473 Massachusetts Avenue, Unit 2

Boston, MA

$695,000

South End living at its best. This sun-filled parlor level residence blends classic brownstone charm with modern updates. Open-concept living space features soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and a well-appointed kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Frosted glass pocket doors lead to an oversized bedroom with bay window nook and walk-in closet. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, central air, and close proximity to the South End’s top dining, shopping, parks, and public transportation.


Property Details

1 Bedroom

1 Bathroom

765 SF

 


Showing Information

Please join us for our Open House:


Friday, May 15th

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Saturday, May 16th

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Sunday, May 17th

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM


Listed by Dan Gorfinkle. For more information, call/text Dan 617.820.8085.


Additional Information

  • 3 Rooms, 1 Bedroom, 1 full Bathroom

  • Living Area: 765 Interior Square Feet

  • Year Built: 1899, Year Converted: 2012

  • Condo Fee: $300

Interior

This sun filled parlor-level residence blends classic Boston brownstone character with modern livability through soaring ceilings, hardwood flooring, oversized windows, and an open-concept layout designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The living room serves as the heart of the home with abundant natural light and a fireplace that creates a warm focal point, while the adjacent kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, and functional cabinet storage that flows seamlessly into the main living space.

The oversized bedroom provides a quiet retreat featuring hardwood floors, large windows, a charming bay window nook, frosted glass pocket doors, and a spacious walk-in closet rarely found in city living. The bathroom is finished with timeless tile flooring, a tiled tub/shower combination, and a stone vanity, while additional conveniences including in-unit laundry, central air conditioning, multiple cooling zones, and hot water radiator heating combine historic charm with modern comfort throughout the home

Systems and Basement

  • Cooling System: Central air conditioning with multiple cooling zones

  • Heating System: Hot water radiator heating (Furnace does not need replacement as it has been maintained)

  • Hot Water: Central hot water

  • Electrical: The unit has a separate electric (includes minisplits). All electrical panels were updated in 2024

  • Laundry: In-unit washer and dryer

  • Basement: No basement access

Exterior and Property

  • Exterior: Classic South End brownstone with timeless brick and stone detailing, slate roof, and elegant parlor level entry. All sidewalk masonry and front steps were repainted in 2024.

  • Roof, gutters, and downspouts: all new 2024

  • Parking: Street parking is permitted only

Association and Financial Information

  • 5 units in the building

  • No Special Assessments

  • 3 units owner occupied. The other 2 are rented year round to tenants who have been in place 2+ and 3+ yrs, no pending litigations

  • The beneficial interest: 18.6%

  • Condo Fee: $300 month, includes:

    • Monthly Boston Water and Sewer, common cleaning, Wifi / cable

    • Quarterly: Insurance.

    • Seasonally: Snow removal and spring landscaping, boiler service.

  • Reserve Funds: We maintain a “reserve” in our checking account+punt of about $2000.

  • No pets

  • Rentals: Are allowed (Minimum one month)

  • No smoking

  • Tax Information: $10,069

  • Electric: Eversource, $125 per month accounting for seasonal peaks

  • Water: Boston Water & Sewer

  • Gas: National Grid