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256 Bowen St

256 Bowen St, Boston, MA, 02127

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

950-1,200 sqft

Description

256 Bowen St sits in Boston, close to the intersection of Columbia Road and Dorchester Avenue. This low-rise building, built in 1900, has a city view that many residents appreciate. The property fits into the neighborhood with its simple architectural style. It has two stories and contains six condominium units. Each unit ranges in size from 950 to 1,200 square feet. The floor plans feature 2 bedrooms, providing ample space for various living situations. Residents enjoy an open layout with high ceilings that make the rooms feel larger. Exposed brick accents add a nice touch, creating a blend of old and new. Prices for units range from $309,000 to $400,000. The average price per square foot varies based on the specific unit. Public transportation options are nearby, making it easier for residents to get around the city. Parks also lie within reach for outdoor activities. The building includes valuable amenities like in-unit laundry and two tandem parking spaces. Some units might have a walkout balcony or patio, offering additional outdoor enjoyment. Local dining options are readily available, with places like Alfredo's Italian Kitchen nearby. Up Academy Charter School serves as the local public school, making this location suitable for families. Grocery needs can be met at places like Three D's, adding to the neighborhood's appeal. Access to beaches and shops enhances the living experience in this vibrant area. Overall, 256 Bowen St blends city living with comfortable home features.

Building ImageMLS ID #70238256
Building ImageMLS ID #30614390
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256 Bowen St

256 Bowen St, Boston, MA, 02127

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

950-1,200 sqft

Description

256 Bowen St sits in Boston, close to the intersection of Columbia Road and Dorchester Avenue. This low-rise building, built in 1900, has a city view that many residents appreciate. The property fits into the neighborhood with its simple architectural style. It has two stories and contains six condominium units. Each unit ranges in size from 950 to 1,200 square feet. The floor plans feature 2 bedrooms, providing ample space for various living situations. Residents enjoy an open layout with high ceilings that make the rooms feel larger. Exposed brick accents add a nice touch, creating a blend of old and new. Prices for units range from $309,000 to $400,000. The average price per square foot varies based on the specific unit. Public transportation options are nearby, making it easier for residents to get around the city. Parks also lie within reach for outdoor activities. The building includes valuable amenities like in-unit laundry and two tandem parking spaces. Some units might have a walkout balcony or patio, offering additional outdoor enjoyment. Local dining options are readily available, with places like Alfredo's Italian Kitchen nearby. Up Academy Charter School serves as the local public school, making this location suitable for families. Grocery needs can be met at places like Three D's, adding to the neighborhood's appeal. Access to beaches and shops enhances the living experience in this vibrant area. Overall, 256 Bowen St blends city living with comfortable home features.

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Description

256 Bowen St sits in Boston, close to the intersection of Columbia Road and Dorchester Avenue. This low-rise building, built in 1900, has a city view that many residents appreciate. The property fits into the neighborhood with its simple architectural style. It has two stories and contains six condominium units. Each unit ranges in size from 950 to 1,200 square feet. The floor plans feature 2 bedrooms, providing ample space for various living situations. Residents enjoy an open layout with high ceilings that make the rooms feel larger. Exposed brick accents add a nice touch, creating a blend of old and new. Prices for units range from $309,000 to $400,000. The average price per square foot varies based on the specific unit. Public transportation options are nearby, making it easier for residents to get around the city. Parks also lie within reach for outdoor activities. The building includes valuable amenities like in-unit laundry and two tandem parking spaces. Some units might have a walkout balcony or patio, offering additional outdoor enjoyment. Local dining options are readily available, with places like Alfredo's Italian Kitchen nearby. Up Academy Charter School serves as the local public school, making this location suitable for families. Grocery needs can be met at places like Three D's, adding to the neighborhood's appeal. Access to beaches and shops enhances the living experience in this vibrant area. Overall, 256 Bowen St blends city living with comfortable home features.

256 Bowen St Market Stats Last 12 months

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Unit Availability

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256 Bowen St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 1195022852022-10-27
MLS#: 73020775
Closed$605,000
Unit 22103722632022-09-07
MLS#: 73007470
Closed$940,000
Unit 221037223262006-06-30
MLS#: 70238256
Closed$400,000
Unit 1
1

2 Beds

2 Baths

950 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2022-10-27Closed$605,000
MLS#: 73020775
Days On Market85
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

2 Baths

1037 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2022-09-07Closed$940,000
MLS#: 73007470
Days On Market63
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

2 Baths

1037 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2006-06-30Closed$400,000
MLS#: 70238256
Days On Market326
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Amenities

Living here means enjoying excellent amenities right at your fingertips. Public transportation is conveniently accessible, making your commute a breeze whether you're heading to work or on an adventure around town. Plus, with nearby parks, you’ll have the perfect escape for afternoon jogs or sunny picnics. Imagine spending weekends relaxing in green spaces or taking your furry friend for long walks in the fresh air—what a delightful way to unwind!

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Amenities Description

Living here means enjoying excellent amenities right at your fingertips. Public transportation is conveniently accessible, making your commute a breeze whether you're heading to work or on an adventure around town. Plus, with nearby parks, you’ll have the perfect escape for afternoon jogs or sunny picnics. Imagine spending weekends relaxing in green spaces or taking your furry friend for long walks in the fresh air—what a delightful way to unwind!

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

Policies

While specific policies aren’t detailed, it’s always a good practice to reach out to building management for information regarding pets. This way, you'll know just how welcome your four-legged family members will be, enabling you to enjoy life at Bowen Street together.

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)
256 Bowen St--
178 Dorchester St$636/sqft.$7 /sqft.
47 Telegraph St$810/sqft.$2 /sqft.
47 Telegraph St$810/sqft.$2 /sqft.
25 Mercer St$916/sqft.$5 /sqft.
57 Telegraph St$913/sqft.$6 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Residents of 256 Bowen St enjoy access to nearby educational institutions across Boston. Schools within a 2-mile radius enhance convenience for daily routines. Close proximity supports consistent attendance and flexibility. This location promotes a family-friendly lifestyle.

Boston Collaborative High School

--
Public|Grades 10–12
215 Dorchester St|0.06 miles away

Up Academy Boston

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
215 Dorchester St|0.06 miles away

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades KG–5
50 Burke St|0.16 miles away

Excel High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
95 G St|0.26 miles away

James Condon K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
200 D St|0.36 miles away

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
650 E 4th St|0.55 miles away
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Schools

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Description

Residents of 256 Bowen St enjoy access to nearby educational institutions across Boston. Schools within a 2-mile radius enhance convenience for daily routines. Close proximity supports consistent attendance and flexibility. This location promotes a family-friendly lifestyle.

Boston Collaborative High School

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Public|Grades 10–12
215 Dorchester St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Up Academy Boston

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
215 Dorchester St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades KG–5
50 Burke St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Excel High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
95 G St|Less than 1 Mile Away

James Condon K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
200 D St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
650 E 4th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Roger Clap Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Harvest St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Pope John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Campus

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Private|Grades PK–8
790 Columbia Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Boston Collegiate Charter School

B
Public|Grades 5–12
11 Mayhew St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
745 E 7th St|1.00 Miles Away

South Boston Catholic Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–6
866 E Broadway|1.04 Miles Away

William E Russell

B
Public|Grades PK–5
750 Columbia Rd|1.04 Miles Away

Cathedral High School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|1.10 Miles Away

John W. Mccormack Middle School

D
Public|Grades 6–8
315 Mount Vernon S...|1.10 Miles Away

Paul A. Dever Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
325 Mount Vernon S...|1.16 Miles Away

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
150 Norfolk Ave|1.22 Miles Away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|1.24 Miles Away

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|1.26 Miles Away

Boston College High School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
150 William T Morr...|1.30 Miles Away

Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
6 Shirley St|1.37 Miles Away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

--
Public|Grades 9–12
20 Church St|1.41 Miles Away

Quincy Upper School

D
Public|Grades 6–12
152 Arlington St|1.42 Miles Away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|1.43 Miles Away

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
906 Albany St|1.43 Miles Away

Edward Everett Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
71 Pleasant St|1.46 Miles Away

St Patrick School

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Private|Grades PK–6
131 Mount Pleasant...|1.49 Miles Away

Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
70 Worcester St|1.49 Miles Away

Cristo Rey Boston High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
100 Savin Hill Ave|1.49 Miles Away

Henry Dearborn STEM Academy

D-
Public|Grades 6–12
36 Winthrop St|1.67 Miles Away

John Winthrop

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Brookford St|1.70 Miles Away

Boston Day & Evening Academy

F
Public|Grades 9–12
20 Kearsarge Ave|1.71 Miles Away

Carter Developmental Center

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Public|Grades 6–12
396 Northampton St|1.82 Miles Away

Mather Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
24 Parish St|1.83 Miles Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|1.86 Miles Away

Dorchester Academy

--
Public|Grades 9–12
|1.88 Miles Away

Mattahunt Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
|1.88 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|1.94 Miles Away

Park Street School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|1.95 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|1.95 Miles Away

Haynes Early Education Center

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Public|Grades EE–1
263 Blue Hill Ave|1.96 Miles Away

Compass

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Private|Grades KG–12
290 Bowdoin St|1.97 Miles Away

Transit

256 Bowen St is located in a well-connected part of South Boston, Boston, supported by nearby public transportation. Transit options within a 2-mile radius improve accessibility for daily commuting. Residents enjoy convenient travel across surrounding neighborhoods and downtown areas. This connectivity enhances overall quality of urban living.

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

0.01 miles away|1 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

250 Mt Vernon St @ Geiger Gibson Health Center

1.02 miles away|20 min walk

263 Mt Vernon St @ St Christopher's Church

1.02 miles away|20 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

1.34 miles away|26 min walk
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Description

256 Bowen St is located in a well-connected part of South Boston, Boston, supported by nearby public transportation. Transit options within a 2-mile radius improve accessibility for daily commuting. Residents enjoy convenient travel across surrounding neighborhoods and downtown areas. This connectivity enhances overall quality of urban living.

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

0.01 miles away|1 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

250 Mt Vernon St @ Geiger Gibson Health Center

1.02 miles away|20 min walk

263 Mt Vernon St @ St Christopher's Church

1.02 miles away|20 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

1.34 miles away|26 min walk

285 Tremont St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

350 Summer St

1.07 miles away|21 min walk

400 Summer St

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.31 miles away|26 min walk

442 W Broadway

0.24 miles away|5 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

91 E Concord St

1.16 miles away|23 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

1.11 miles away|22 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

Albany St opp Randall St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

0.87 miles away|17 min walk

Albany St @ Randall St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

0.87 miles away|17 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

Andrew

0.47 miles away|9 min walk

Andrew - Buses

0.47 miles away|9 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Dexter St

0.43 miles away|9 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Leeds St

0.43 miles away|9 min walk

Andrew - Elevator

0.47 miles away|10 min walk

Andrew - Southampton St

0.48 miles away|10 min walk

Andrew - Street Buses

0.46 miles away|9 min walk

Aquarium

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

1.8 miles away|35 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

1.79 miles away|35 min walk

Aquarium - Surface Rd @ State St

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Aquarium - Waterfront and New England Aquarium

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Arlington

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (West)

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Arlington - Elevator Boylston St

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

Arlington - Public Garden

1.67 miles away|33 min walk

Arlington St @ Isabella St

1.47 miles away|29 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

1.61 miles away|31 min walk

A St @ Mt Washington Ave

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

A St @ Necco St

1.01 miles away|20 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Atlantic Ave

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Central St

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Commercial Wharf

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Congress St

1.41 miles away|27 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Milk St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Rowes Wharf

1.57 miles away|31 min walk

The Neighbourhood: South Boston

South Boston is a waterfront neighborhood with a strong maritime past. The area has beaches such as Carson Beach and the historic Castle Island. Parks and waterfront paths offer recreation space for walks, runs, and sports. The district features many restaurants, cafes, bars, and small shops on Broadway and side streets. You can find grocery stores, drugstores, schools, and basic health clinics. Public transit includes the Red Line subway, several bus routes, and easy links to downtown. Major roads give quick car access to other parts of the city and to nearby highways.

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Neighbourhood Description

South Boston is a waterfront neighborhood with a strong maritime past. The area has beaches such as Carson Beach and the historic Castle Island. Parks and waterfront paths offer recreation space for walks, runs, and sports. The district features many restaurants, cafes, bars, and small shops on Broadway and side streets. You can find grocery stores, drugstores, schools, and basic health clinics. Public transit includes the Red Line subway, several bus routes, and easy links to downtown. Major roads give quick car access to other parts of the city and to nearby highways.

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256 Bowen St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

10.46%

15–29 Years

30.98%

30–44 Years

30.44%

45–59 Years

13.87%

60+ Years

14.25%

Commute

29.98%

Transit

11.16%

Walk

38.98%

Drive

1.09%

Bike

Housing Ownership

41.83%

Owner Occupied

58.17%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
21.9%
Multi Family
2.47%
Single Person
37.31%
Multi Person
62.69%

Average Income

Household:$11,711,460.95 /yr

Individual:$7,293,645.16 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree43.29%
High School College13.39%
Diploma2.59%
Post Graduate25.22%
Others15.52%
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Education

Diploma2.59%
Post Graduate25.22%
Others15.52%
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