705 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 8

$750,000
Price
3
Beds
950 Sq. Ft.
$789 / Sq. Ft.
950
Sq. Ft.
$789
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 705 Massachusetts Ave, a beautifully appointed penthouse corner residence set within an iconic South End brownstone. Thoughtfully updated and rich with natural light, this three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home blends architectural character with contemporary comfort. The open kitchen, oversized windows, and refined finishes create an inviting sense of scale throughout. Additional features include in-unit laundry, central air with Nest, Andersen windows, and a recently installed HVAC...Welcome to 705 Massachusetts Ave, a beautifully appointed penthouse corner residence set within an iconic South End brownstone. Thoughtfully updated and rich with natural light, this three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath home blends architectural character with contemporary comfort. The open kitchen, oversized windows, and refined finishes create an inviting sense of scale throughout. Additional features include in-unit laundry, central air with Nest, Andersen windows, and a recently installed HVAC system. A newly constructed roof deck offers an exceptional vantage point with sweeping Boston skyline views. Perfectly positioned near BU Medical, the Silver Line, and I-93, with effortless access to Back Bay, Cambridge, and many of the South End’s acclaimed dining destinations. An outstanding opportunity for both end-users and investors seeking a well-located, turn-key home in one of Boston’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Property Details for 705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8

Town
Boston
MLS Area
South End
Area
MA-Boston-South End, MA-Boston
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 11/30/2025 03:07 AM

Property Details for 705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8

StatusActive
MLS #73457872
Days on Market25
Taxes$10,508 / year
HOA Fees$493 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1910
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8

Building/Complex705 Massachusetts AveFloor4Stories1Residences10Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1910

Payment Calculator

$5,075 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,706

Property Taxes

$876

HOA Dues

$493

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Property Information for 705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 950.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 10
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Converted: 2000
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Intercom
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 152.111111111
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.333333333
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.333333333
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 84.0
  • Bedroom2 Length: 9.333333333
  • Bedroom2 Width: 9.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 105.972222222
  • Bedroom3 Length: 9.083333333
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.666666666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 37.208333333
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.833333333
  • Bathroom1 Width: 4.75
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 22.451388888
  • Bathroom2 Length: 5.083333333
  • Bathroom2 Width: 4.416666666
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 32.916666666
  • Dining Room Length: 5.0
  • Dining Room Width: 6.583333333
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 59.027777777
  • Kitchen Length: 8.333333333
  • Kitchen Width: 7.083333333
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 4'X4'
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 223.5625
  • Room Living Room Length: 18.25
  • Room Living Room Width: 12.25
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: The apartment is rented for $4500 to Boston Medical School Students; lease ending 6/30/2026.Buyer and Buyer's Agent to verify all information and perform their own due diligence.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 4139947
  • Assessments: $907,400
  • Book: 61492
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: 0102
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Trash, Reserve Funds
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 8
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 4.0

Property History for 705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73457872

$750,000—
Jun 30, 2025

Expired

MLS PIN #73301240

$848,888—
Dec 25, 2024

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73301240

$848,888—
Oct 10, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73301240

$848,888—
Aug 31, 2024

Expired

MLS PIN #73256915

$875,000—
Jul 9, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73256915

$875,000—
Jul 29, 2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72517791

$875,000—
Jul 6, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #649958196

$875,000

+191.3% / yr

Jun 14, 2019

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72517791

—
Jun 14, 2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72517791

—
Jun 12, 2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72517791

$875,000—
Sep 18, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326782779

$1

-99.6% / yr

Jun 14, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #139094816

$310,000

+9.4% / yr

Jan 31, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100164810

$229,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/26/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73457872

$750,000
06/30/2025

Expired

MLS PIN #73301240

$848,888
12/25/2024

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73301240

$848,888
10/10/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73301240

$848,888
08/31/2024

Expired

MLS PIN #73256915

$875,000
07/09/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73256915

$875,000
07/29/2019

Sold

MLS PIN #72517791

$875,000
07/06/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #649958196

$875,000

+191.3% / yr

06/14/2019

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72517791

—
06/14/2019

Contingent

MLS PIN #72517791

—
06/12/2019

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72517791

$875,000
09/18/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326782779

$1

-99.6% / yr

06/14/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #139094816

$310,000

+9.4% / yr

01/31/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100164810

$229,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$907,400Total-
Tax Record2025$10,508 ($876 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt950 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt950 SqFtStories1Lot Size950 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1910ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNROXB W:08 P:01601 S:020

Schools near 705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Hurley K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

Carter School
Public7 to 12

Orchard Gardens K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

Blackstone Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02118. This property was listed for sale on November 26, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $750,000. It has been on the market for a total of 25 days and was last sold on July 29, 2019. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Hurley K-8 School, Carter School and Orchard Gardens K-8 School. 705 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 8 is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 950 sqft condo built in 1910.

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