A real home, this gracious and inviting South End parlor and garden duplex will surprise you. Parlor level entry with two spacious and equally sized bedrooms with amazing custom closets and over-sized windows; both suitable for king sized beds and additional furnishings. Renovated, Carrara marble bath with walk in shower and vanity storage. Garden level features an entertainers floor plan; spacious and cozy living room with hardwood floors, built-in bookcase and plantation blinds overlooking a cathedral style kitchen and dining area with herringbone brick flooring. Cooks kitchen with island seating, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking and marble countertops and a wall of windows looking out onto a private patio/garden oasis. Powder room and additional storage complete the living level. All this and A/C, pet friendly and located within minutes to the best of the South Ends restaurants/shops, the MBTA, the Prudential Center and Back Bay.
CondoProperty Type
1900Year Built
$1,188Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kyle Kaagan Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Post Advisory Group• Engel & Volkers Boston
Street/garden level duplex. Bedrooms and full bath are on the upper level. The master bedroom has tons of closet space and both rooms are very good size. The lower level features a half bath with laundry, and an open bi-level kitchen/living area....
Very large private patio off the kitchen area.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Presenting an amazing opportunity to purchase an updated condo in an classic South End building. This parlor garden duplex has been tastefully updated with timeless upgrades. The upper level features two generous size bedrooms including a master with multiple built-ins and a beautifully renovated cararra marble bath. The garden level features an open layout ideal for entertaining including a half bath, storage, large living room and a renovated sunken white kitchen. The chefs kitchen features gas cooking with stainless steel appliances, white quartzite counters, breakfast bar, subway tile back splash, separate dining area with wainscoting and chair rail, herringbone pattern brick floor, high ceilings and oversized windows providing fantastic light. Walk out from the kitchen to an amazing private patio that's over 450sf. Additional features include central AC and gas heat. The location is steps to all the South End has to offer.
MLS PIN #70886762
Oct 16, 2009
Sold
$638,000
$581/sq ft
Sep 9, 2009
Contingent
—
Aug 11, 2009
Price Changed
$645,000
$587/sq ft
Jun 2, 2009
Price Changed
$655,000
$596/sq ft
Mar 11, 2009
Listed
$679,000
$618/sq ft
This South End garden/parlor duplex has it all! High ceilings and full-size windows on both floors. 2 large bedrooms with custom closets, chef's kitchen, large enclosed patio, central heat and air, alarm system, W/D and rental parking. The unique and open floor plan creates an abundance of natural light and space inside the charm of a traditional brick rowhouse on a quiet tree-lined street. 2 blocks from T.
MLS PIN #70210484
Aug 3, 2005
Sold
$662,500
$603/sq ft
Jul 12, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jun 16, 2005
Listed
$675,000
$614/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 26, 2002
Sold
$479,000
$436/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 25, 1999
Sold
$422,000
$384/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 1987
Sold
$199,000
$181/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,716 (+3.6%)
$997,800
2022
$10,339 (+2.0%)
$950,300
2021
$10,140 (+9.9%)
$950,300
2020
$9,225 (+3.2%)
$873,600
2019
$8,940 (+6.6%)
$848,200
2018
$8,387 (+4.9%)
$800,300
2017
$7,999 (+0.1%)
$755,300
2016
$7,988 (+1.0%)
$726,200
2015
$7,909 (+4.9%)
$653,100
2014
$7,540 (+1.5%)
$599,400
2013
$7,429 (−0.4%)
$565,400
2012
$7,460 (+2.0%)
$572,100
2009
$7,317 (+34.2%)
$572,100
2006
$5,453
$513,000
Tax history for 217 W Springfield St #1
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,716 (+3.6%)
$997,800
2022
$10,339 (+2.0%)
$950,300
2021
$10,140 (+9.9%)
$950,300
2020
$9,225 (+3.2%)
$873,600
2019
$8,940 (+6.6%)
$848,200
2018
$8,387 (+4.9%)
$800,300
2017
$7,999 (+0.1%)
$755,300
2016
$7,988 (+1.0%)
$726,200
2015
$7,909 (+4.9%)
$653,100
2014
$7,540 (+1.5%)
$599,400
2013
$7,429 (−0.4%)
$565,400
2012
$7,460 (+2.0%)
$572,100
2009
$7,317 (+34.2%)
$572,100
2006
$5,453
$513,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
2019
Sq. Ft.
1,099
Year built
1900
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Suffolk County
APN
4141383
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.
SOUTH END NEIGHBORHOOD-MFR
CFROD
RESTRICTED ROOF STRUCTURE DISTRICT
RESTRICTED PARKING DISTRICT
GCOD
South End Neighborhood-Multifamily Residential Subdistrict
The Multifamily Residential (MFR) Subdistricts are established to encourage medium-density multifamily areas with a variety of allowed housing types, including one-, two- and three-family dwellings, row houses, and apartments.
Zone overlays
Coastal Flood Resilience Overlay District
Restricted Roof Structure Overlay District In the East Boston Neighborhood District
Restricted Parking Districts
Groundwater Conservation Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Bed & breakfast
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Y
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Unit
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,099
StructureType: Rowhouse, Attached
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio
Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Entry Level: 1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,321.73
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $396
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance
Association Amenities: Hot Water
Location Information
Directions: Btw Tremont and Columbus
UnparsedAddress: 217 W Springfield St # 1, Boston MA 02118
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,099
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Suffolk County
APN: 4141383
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Hurley K-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Mel H King Elementary
Public 2-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
3/10
O'Bryant School Math/Science
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Boston, MA • 02118
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
34
23
36
24
50
35
58
43
68
54
79
65
83
69
78
64
73
61
63
51
53
41
40
28
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.24M – $1.50M
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $13,060 in fees.3 minutes to get started.