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172 Cottage Street

172 Cottage Street, Boston, MA, 02128

YEAR BUILT

1905

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

21

UNIT SIZE RANGE

679-1,050 sqft

Description

172 Cottage St is located in Boston, near the intersection of Bennington Street and Saratoga Street. This building has a view of the Atlantic Ocean, specifically Boston Harbor. The area provides easy access to local roads and nearby highways for convenience. Constructed in 1905, this building is a low-rise with 2 stories. It has a total of 19 condominium units. Each unit has between 679 and 1,050 square feet of living space. Every unit consists of 2 bedrooms, making it suitable for small families or individuals needing extra space. Prices for units range from $549,900 to $580,000. The average closed price is around $580,000, with an average price per square foot of $642. Units generally spend about 64 days on the market before selling. The building's amenities include hot water service, a bike path, and easy highway access. Nearby public transportation options, parks, and conservation areas enhance the location. Local schools, such as East Boston Early Education Center and City of Boston Kindergarten, serve families well. Dining options include popular spots like Santarpio's Pizza. This area provides a mix of urban living and outdoor enjoyment. Overall, 172 Cottage St fits many needs, from comfortable living to easy access to local amenities.

Building ImageMLS ID #73468207
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172 Cottage Street

172 Cottage Street, Boston, MA, 02128

YEAR BUILT

1905

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

21

UNIT SIZE RANGE

679-1,050 sqft

Description

172 Cottage St is located in Boston, near the intersection of Bennington Street and Saratoga Street. This building has a view of the Atlantic Ocean, specifically Boston Harbor. The area provides easy access to local roads and nearby highways for convenience. Constructed in 1905, this building is a low-rise with 2 stories. It has a total of 19 condominium units. Each unit has between 679 and 1,050 square feet of living space. Every unit consists of 2 bedrooms, making it suitable for small families or individuals needing extra space. Prices for units range from $549,900 to $580,000. The average closed price is around $580,000, with an average price per square foot of $642. Units generally spend about 64 days on the market before selling. The building's amenities include hot water service, a bike path, and easy highway access. Nearby public transportation options, parks, and conservation areas enhance the location. Local schools, such as East Boston Early Education Center and City of Boston Kindergarten, serve families well. Dining options include popular spots like Santarpio's Pizza. This area provides a mix of urban living and outdoor enjoyment. Overall, 172 Cottage St fits many needs, from comfortable living to easy access to local amenities.

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Description

172 Cottage St is located in Boston, near the intersection of Bennington Street and Saratoga Street. This building has a view of the Atlantic Ocean, specifically Boston Harbor. The area provides easy access to local roads and nearby highways for convenience. Constructed in 1905, this building is a low-rise with 2 stories. It has a total of 19 condominium units. Each unit has between 679 and 1,050 square feet of living space. Every unit consists of 2 bedrooms, making it suitable for small families or individuals needing extra space. Prices for units range from $549,900 to $580,000. The average closed price is around $580,000, with an average price per square foot of $642. Units generally spend about 64 days on the market before selling. The building's amenities include hot water service, a bike path, and easy highway access. Nearby public transportation options, parks, and conservation areas enhance the location. Local schools, such as East Boston Early Education Center and City of Boston Kindergarten, serve families well. Dining options include popular spots like Santarpio's Pizza. This area provides a mix of urban living and outdoor enjoyment. Overall, 172 Cottage St fits many needs, from comfortable living to easy access to local amenities.

172 Cottage Street Key Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$567,000($629/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$580,000($642/Sqft.)
Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market64 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$3 /monthly
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Key Stats

Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market64 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$3 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

High
High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

Low
Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

For Sale 0 For Sale

172 Cottage Street Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 6690421642025-07-09
MLS#: 73370128 		Closed$580,000
Unit 7795121542018-05-14
MLS#: 72296622 		Closed$549,900
Unit 8890421452018-04-27
MLS#: 72292668 		Closed$510,000
Unit 6
6

2 Beds

1 Baths

904 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-07-09Closed$580,000
MLS#: 73370128
Days On Market64
Unit 7
7

2 Beds

1 Baths

951 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2018-05-14Closed$549,900
MLS#: 72296622
Days On Market54
Unit 8
8

2 Beds

1 Baths

904 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2018-04-27Closed$510,000
MLS#: 72292668
Days On Market45
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Amenities

Living at 172 Cottage St opens doors to a suite of fantastic amenities. Imagine enjoying hot water at your convenience! Plus, if you love the outdoors, this building is surrounded by beautiful parks and conservation areas. The local bike paths also provide easy access to explore more of Boston. And when you need to venture into the city, public transportation is quite convenient, as is access to highways for quick getaways.

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Amenities Description

Living at 172 Cottage St opens doors to a suite of fantastic amenities. Imagine enjoying hot water at your convenience! Plus, if you love the outdoors, this building is surrounded by beautiful parks and conservation areas. The local bike paths also provide easy access to explore more of Boston. And when you need to venture into the city, public transportation is quite convenient, as is access to highways for quick getaways.

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Storage

Storage

Policies

When it comes to policies, 172 Cottage St ensures a relaxed environment. The condo is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along to join in your new adventure. With standard restrictions in place, you can confidently settle into your new home without worrying about disruptive regulations.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
172 Cottage Street$642/sqft.$3 /sqft.
172 Cottage St$642/sqft.$3 /sqft.
159 Cottage St.$644/sqft.$3 /sqft.
159 Cottage St$644/sqft.$3 /sqft.
72 Lubec St$655/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Daniel Webster Schoolhouse Condominium$655/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

172 Cottage Street is situated close to local schools in East Boston, Boston. Nearby educational institutions within 2 miles support daily convenience. Families enjoy improved accessibility and reduced commute stress. This location promotes a family-oriented environment.

East Boston Early Childhood Center

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Public|Grades EE–1
135 Gove St|0.05 miles away

Donald Mckay

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
122 Cottage St|0.08 miles away

Dante Alighieri Montessori School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
37 Gove St|0.27 miles away

Samuel Adams Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
165 Webster St|0.32 miles away

James Otis

B
Public|Grades PK–6
218 Marion St|0.36 miles away

East Boston Central Catholic School

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Private|Grades PK–8
69 London St|0.37 miles away
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Schools

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Description

172 Cottage Street is situated close to local schools in East Boston, Boston. Nearby educational institutions within 2 miles support daily convenience. Families enjoy improved accessibility and reduced commute stress. This location promotes a family-oriented environment.

East Boston Early Childhood Center

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Public|Grades EE–1
135 Gove St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Donald Mckay

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
122 Cottage St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Dante Alighieri Montessori School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
37 Gove St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Samuel Adams Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
165 Webster St|Less than 1 Mile Away

James Otis

B
Public|Grades PK–6
218 Marion St|Less than 1 Mile Away

East Boston Central Catholic School

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Private|Grades PK–8
69 London St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Patrick J. Kennedy Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
343 Saratoga St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Hugh Roe O'Donnell Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
33 Trenton St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Mario Umana Academy

D+
Public|Grades KG–8
312 Border St|Less than 1 Mile Away

East Boston High School

D
Public|Grades 9–12
86 White St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Eliot K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
16 Charter St|1.07 Miles Away

St John School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
9 Moon St|1.09 Miles Away

Excel Academy Charter School

B-
Public|Grades 5–12
58 Moore St|1.15 Miles Away

Harvard / Kent Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
50 Bunker Hill St|1.33 Miles Away

Shurtleff Early Childhood

--
Public|Grades PK–1
99 Hawthorne St|1.39 Miles Away

Phoenix Charter Academy

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Public|Grades 9–12
175 Hawthorne St|1.55 Miles Away

Charlestown High School

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
240 Medford St|1.59 Miles Away

Eugene Wright Science and Technology Academy

C-
Public|Grades 5–8
180 Walnut St|1.65 Miles Away

Joseph A. Browne School

C
Public|Grades 5–8
180 Walnut St|1.65 Miles Away

Seaport Academy

--
Private|Grades 8–12
285 Commandants Wa...|1.69 Miles Away

Warren / Prescott K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
50 School St|1.70 Miles Away

Boston Children's School

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Private|Grades PK–2
8 Whittier Pl Ste ...|1.78 Miles Away

Clark Avenue School

D
Public|Grades 5–8
8 Clark Ave|1.80 Miles Away

Clarence R. Edwards Middle School

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Public|Grades 6–8
28 Walker St|1.86 Miles Away

Curtis Guild Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
195 Leyden St|1.96 Miles Away

Transit

Located in a transit-friendly area of Boston, 172 Cottage Street provides easy access to nearby public transportation. Within a 2-mile radius, Bus, Metro support smooth and efficient travel. Reliable transit connectivity improves commuting experiences. This location promotes accessibility and urban convenience.

100 Everett Ave

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

121 Bunker Hill St opp Lexington St

1.47 miles away|29 min walk

125 Washington Ave opp Orange St

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

150 Captains Row

1.58 miles away|31 min walk

202 Orient Ave

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

219 Faywood Ave

1.93 miles away|38 min walk
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Transit

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Description

Located in a transit-friendly area of Boston, 172 Cottage Street provides easy access to nearby public transportation. Within a 2-mile radius, Bus, Metro support smooth and efficient travel. Reliable transit connectivity improves commuting experiences. This location promotes accessibility and urban convenience.

100 Everett Ave

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

121 Bunker Hill St opp Lexington St

1.47 miles away|29 min walk

125 Washington Ave opp Orange St

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

150 Captains Row

1.58 miles away|31 min walk

202 Orient Ave

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

219 Faywood Ave

1.93 miles away|38 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

245 Central Ave

1.31 miles away|26 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

350 Summer St

1.64 miles away|32 min walk

400 Summer St

1.62 miles away|32 min walk

45 Spruce St

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

467 Chelsea St - Eagle Square

0.88 miles away|17 min walk

5 Admiral's Way

1.52 miles away|30 min walk

Adams St @ Lowney Way

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

Airport

0.31 miles away|7 min walk

Airport - Bremen St

0.35 miles away|7 min walk

Airport - Buses Airport

0.32 miles away|7 min walk

Aquarium

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

Aquarium - Surface Rd @ State St

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

Aquarium - Waterfront and New England Aquarium

1.16 miles away|23 min walk

Arlington St @ Fifth St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

A St @ Mt Washington Ave

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

A St @ Necco St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Atlantic Ave

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Central St

1.24 miles away|24 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Commercial Wharf

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Congress St

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Milk St

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Rowes Wharf

1.31 miles away|26 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Seaport Blvd.

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ State St-Marriott Hotel

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

Beacon St @ Broadway

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Beacon St opp Walnut St

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

Beacon St @ Park St

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

Bellingham Square

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Bellingham Square - Arlington Street

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

Bellingham Square - Sixth Street

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

Bellingham Square - Washington Avenue

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

Bennington St @ Antrim St

1.84 miles away|36 min walk

Bennington St @ Bremen St

0.72 miles away|14 min walk

Bennington St @ Brooks St

0.47 miles away|10 min walk

Bennington St @ Byron St

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

Bennington St @ Chelsea St

0.71 miles away|14 min walk

Bennington St @ Curtis St

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

Bennington St @ Harmony St

1.04 miles away|21 min walk

Bennington St @ Marion St

0.44 miles away|9 min walk

The Neighbourhood: East Boston

East Boston is a waterfront neighborhood by Logan Airport. The area has parks, a harborwalk, wide green spaces, and playgrounds. This district hosts many cafes, casual restaurants, local shops, and small markets. The area has public schools, a town center, a community center, and health clinics. Ferries run to downtown, buses use main routes, and drivers reach the highway quickly. Cyclists find marked bike lanes, and short rides link to central Boston and the airport by transit. Local markets sell fresh food, and seasonal farmers markets appear on weekends.

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Neighbourhood Description

East Boston is a waterfront neighborhood by Logan Airport. The area has parks, a harborwalk, wide green spaces, and playgrounds. This district hosts many cafes, casual restaurants, local shops, and small markets. The area has public schools, a town center, a community center, and health clinics. Ferries run to downtown, buses use main routes, and drivers reach the highway quickly. Cyclists find marked bike lanes, and short rides link to central Boston and the airport by transit. Local markets sell fresh food, and seasonal farmers markets appear on weekends.

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172 Cottage Street Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

15.97%

15–29 Years

24.59%

30–44 Years

30.2%

45–59 Years

18.08%

60+ Years

11.16%

Commute

44.66%

Transit

11.81%

Walk

29.23%

Drive

0.57%

Bike

Housing Ownership

24%

Owner Occupied

76%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
24.94%
Multi Family
9.08%
Single Person
33.65%
Multi Person
66.35%

Average Income

Household:$8,332,499.06 /yr

Individual:$5,593,733.93 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree26.44%
High School College20.28%
Diploma3.25%
Post Graduate15.83%
Others34.2%
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Education

Diploma3.25%
Post Graduate15.83%
Others34.2%
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