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478 Shawmut Ave

478 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA, 02118

YEAR BUILT

1890

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

7

UNIT SIZE RANGE

674-774 sqft

Description

Zebra Condo Association is a unique, single-story condominium located at 478 Shawmut Ave. Built in 1890, this historic property offers 1-bedroom units, combining classic architecture with modern living. Located in an area with convenient access to public transportation, it provides easy connectivity to urban amenities. Residents benefit from a range of available amenities, including tennis courts and neighboring parks, perfect for leisure and outdoor activities. For those seeking spiritual or community engagements, a nearby house of worship is accessible, enhancing the neighborhood's community spirit. Highway access ensures stress-free commutes to various destinations. The condo's historic character is complemented by the surrounding environment, which includes walking paths and green spaces. While the neighborhood lacks a specific name, its central location offers vibrancy and accessibility. This setup not only preserves the historic charm of the building but also integrates essential urban conveniences, making Zebra Condo Association a practical living choice.

Building ImageMLS ID #73358895
Building ImageMLS ID #73358895
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478 Shawmut Ave

478 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA, 02118

YEAR BUILT

1890

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

7

UNIT SIZE RANGE

674-774 sqft

Description

Zebra Condo Association is a unique, single-story condominium located at 478 Shawmut Ave. Built in 1890, this historic property offers 1-bedroom units, combining classic architecture with modern living. Located in an area with convenient access to public transportation, it provides easy connectivity to urban amenities. Residents benefit from a range of available amenities, including tennis courts and neighboring parks, perfect for leisure and outdoor activities. For those seeking spiritual or community engagements, a nearby house of worship is accessible, enhancing the neighborhood's community spirit. Highway access ensures stress-free commutes to various destinations. The condo's historic character is complemented by the surrounding environment, which includes walking paths and green spaces. While the neighborhood lacks a specific name, its central location offers vibrancy and accessibility. This setup not only preserves the historic charm of the building but also integrates essential urban conveniences, making Zebra Condo Association a practical living choice.

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Description

Zebra Condo Association is a unique, single-story condominium located at 478 Shawmut Ave. Built in 1890, this historic property offers 1-bedroom units, combining classic architecture with modern living. Located in an area with convenient access to public transportation, it provides easy connectivity to urban amenities. Residents benefit from a range of available amenities, including tennis courts and neighboring parks, perfect for leisure and outdoor activities. For those seeking spiritual or community engagements, a nearby house of worship is accessible, enhancing the neighborhood's community spirit. Highway access ensures stress-free commutes to various destinations. The condo's historic character is complemented by the surrounding environment, which includes walking paths and green spaces. While the neighborhood lacks a specific name, its central location offers vibrancy and accessibility. This setup not only preserves the historic charm of the building but also integrates essential urban conveniences, making Zebra Condo Association a practical living choice.

478 Shawmut Ave Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$699,000($966/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$680,000($940/Sqft.)
Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market59 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$3 /monthly
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Market Stats

Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market59 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$3 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

Low
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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

478 Shawmut Ave Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 8872411592025-06-09
MLS#: 73358895 		Closed$680,000
Unit 101072011242023-05-26
MLS#: 73105995 		Closed$615,000
Unit 9970411782019-05-14
MLS#: 72456862 		Closed$600,000
Unit 10
10

1 Beds

1 Baths

720 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2023-05-26Closed$615,000
MLS#: 73105995
Days On Market24
Unit 8
8

1 Beds

1 Baths

724 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-06-09Closed$680,000
MLS#: 73358895
Days On Market59
Unit 9
9

1 Beds

1 Baths

704 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2019-05-14Closed$600,000
MLS#: 72456862
Days On Market78
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Amenities

One of the highlights of The Zebra Condominium Trust is its array of alluring amenities. Picture yourself enjoying a friendly match on the tennis court or having easy access to nearby parks for a weekend picnic. The building boasts convenient highway access, making weekend getaways effortless. Plus, with public transportation within reach and various houses of worship nearby, those communal and spiritual aspects of life are easily accommodated.

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Amenities Description

One of the highlights of The Zebra Condominium Trust is its array of alluring amenities. Picture yourself enjoying a friendly match on the tennis court or having easy access to nearby parks for a weekend picnic. The building boasts convenient highway access, making weekend getaways effortless. Plus, with public transportation within reach and various houses of worship nearby, those communal and spiritual aspects of life are easily accommodated.

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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Amenities

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Storage

Storage

Balcony

Balcony

Policies

Living in a condo often comes with its own set of policies, and The Zebra is no different. With certain restrictions in place, you can feel secure that the community vibe is maintained while residents enjoy their individual space, making it a welcoming environment for everyone.

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)
478 Shawmut Ave$940/sqft.$3 /sqft.
84 W Concord St$1,262/sqft.$2 /sqft.
480 Shawmut Ave$1,020/sqft.$2 /sqft.
31-39 Worcester Street$1,020/sqft.$2 /sqft.
80 West Concord Street$1,154/sqft.$3 /sqft.
80 W Concord St$1,154/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 478 Shawmut Ave.

Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
70 Worcester St|0.12 miles away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|0.36 miles away

Carter Developmental Center

--
Public|Grades 6–12
396 Northampton St|0.56 miles away

Cathedral High School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|0.57 miles away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|0.58 miles away

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
906 Albany St|0.76 miles away
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Schools

Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
70 Worcester St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Carter Developmental Center

--
Public|Grades 6–12
396 Northampton St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cathedral High School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|Less than 1 Mile Away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
906 Albany St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Quincy Upper School

D
Public|Grades 6–12
152 Arlington St|1.04 Miles Away

Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

C
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Huntington Ave...|1.09 Miles Away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

--
Public|Grades 9–12
20 Church St|1.09 Miles Away

John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science

A-
Public|Grades 7–12
55 Malcolm X Blvd|1.11 Miles Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|1.13 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|1.15 Miles Away

Boston Day & Evening Academy

F
Public|Grades 9–12
20 Kearsarge Ave|1.16 Miles Away

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|1.17 Miles Away

Madison Park High

F
Public|Grades 9–12
75 Malcolm X Blvd|1.17 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|1.17 Miles Away

Henry Dearborn STEM Academy

D-
Public|Grades 6–12
36 Winthrop St|1.18 Miles Away

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

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

James P. Timilty Middle School

D
Public|Grades 6–8
205 Roxbury St|1.28 Miles Away

St Patrick School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
131 Mount Pleasant...|1.29 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.34 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.34 Miles Away

Malik Academy

--
Private|Grades 1–8
100 Malcolm X Blvd|1.39 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|1.39 Miles Away

Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
6 Shirley St|1.42 Miles Away

Nathan Hale Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
51 Cedar St|1.61 Miles Away

James Condon K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
200 D St|1.61 Miles Away

City on a Hill Charter Public School Circuit Street

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
58 Circuit St|1.61 Miles Away

Maurice J. Tobin K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
40 Smith St|1.63 Miles Away

Park Street School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|1.70 Miles Away

Boston Latin School

A-
Public|Grades 7–12
78 Avenue Louis Pa...|1.75 Miles Away

Fenway High School

D+
Public|Grades 9–12
67 Alleghany St|1.76 Miles Away

Boston Collaborative High School

--
Public|Grades 10–12
215 Dorchester St|1.82 Miles Away

Up Academy Boston

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
215 Dorchester St|1.82 Miles Away

Higginson / Lewis K-8 School

F
Public|Grades PK–8
131 Walnut Ave|1.83 Miles Away

The Advent School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|1.87 Miles Away

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades KG–5
50 Burke St|1.90 Miles Away

Boston Collegiate Charter School

B
Public|Grades 5–12
11 Mayhew St|1.90 Miles Away

Roger Clap Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Harvest St|1.91 Miles Away

John Winthrop

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Brookford St|1.91 Miles Away

William E Russell

B
Public|Grades PK–5
750 Columbia Rd|2.06 Miles Away

Bridge Boston Charter School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
435 Warren St|2.09 Miles Away

Pope John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Campus

--
Private|Grades PK–8
790 Columbia Rd|2.10 Miles Away

Winsor School

--
Private|Grades 5–12
103 Pilgrim Rd|2.15 Miles Away

Boston Latin Acadeny

A-
Public|Grades 7–12
205 Townsend St|2.18 Miles Away

Haynes Early Education Center

--
Public|Grades EE–1
263 Blue Hill Ave|2.21 Miles Away

Excel High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
95 G St|2.24 Miles Away

Higginson K-2 School

--
Public|Grades PK–2
160 Harrishof St|2.25 Miles Away

Roxbury Preparatory Charter School

C+
Public|Grades 5–12
120 Fisher Ave|2.25 Miles Away

William Monroe Trotter K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
135 Humboldt Ave|2.29 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

43 W Dedham St

0.39 miles away|8 min walk

91 E Concord St

0.39 miles away|8 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

0.48 miles away|10 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

0.49 miles away|10 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

0.49 miles away|10 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

0.58 miles away|12 min walk
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Transit

43 W Dedham St

0.39 miles away|8 min walk

91 E Concord St

0.39 miles away|8 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

0.48 miles away|10 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

0.49 miles away|10 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

0.49 miles away|10 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

0.58 miles away|12 min walk

Albany St @ Randall St

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

Albany St opp Randall St

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

0.67 miles away|13 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

0.83 miles away|16 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

0.84 miles away|17 min walk

360 Huntington Ave

0.89 miles away|18 min walk

Annunciation Rd & Albert St

1.09 miles away|21 min walk

30 Annunciation Rd

1.12 miles away|22 min walk

69 Annunciation Rd

1.25 miles away|24 min walk

285 Tremont St

1.27 miles away|25 min walk

42A John Eliot Sq

1.31 miles away|26 min walk

205 Roxbury St

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

Andrew - Southampton St

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Buses

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Elevator

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Dexter St

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

Andrew - Street Buses

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Leeds St

1.54 miles away|30 min walk

75 St. Alphonsus St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

677 Huntington Ave

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

34 Heath St opp Bromley St

2.05 miles away|40 min walk

442 W Broadway

2.05 miles away|40 min walk

106 Heath St opp Bickford Ave

2.12 miles away|41 min walk

107 Heath St opp Bickford Ave

2.13 miles away|41 min walk

350 Summer St

2.2 miles away|43 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

2.23 miles away|43 min walk

400 Summer St

2.25 miles away|44 min walk

177 Heath St opp Walden St

2.27 miles away|44 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

2.29 miles away|44 min walk

835 Huntington Ave opp Parker Hill Ave

2.34 miles away|45 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

2.44 miles away|47 min walk

Amesbury St @ Vassar St

2.45 miles away|47 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

2.52 miles away|49 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

2.52 miles away|49 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

2.52 miles away|49 min walk

100 S Huntington Ave

2.55 miles away|49 min walk

105 S Huntington Ave

2.56 miles away|50 min walk

Aquarium - Surface Rd @ State St

2.57 miles away|50 min walk

Aquarium

2.61 miles away|51 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 478 Shawmut Ave

South End, a vibrant neighborhood in Suffolk County, MA, is celebrated for its historic brownstones and artistic flair. The area boasts an eclectic mix of galleries, theaters, and public art installations, making it a cultural haven. Food enthusiasts can indulge in a diverse array of culinary delights from numerous acclaimed restaurants and trendy cafes. Community parks offer green retreats perfect for leisurely strolls. Commuters appreciate the district's proximity to downtown Boston and its excellent public transportation options, including easy access to multiple subway lines and bus routes.

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Neighbourhood Description

South End, a vibrant neighborhood in Suffolk County, MA, is celebrated for its historic brownstones and artistic flair. The area boasts an eclectic mix of galleries, theaters, and public art installations, making it a cultural haven. Food enthusiasts can indulge in a diverse array of culinary delights from numerous acclaimed restaurants and trendy cafes. Community parks offer green retreats perfect for leisurely strolls. Commuters appreciate the district's proximity to downtown Boston and its excellent public transportation options, including easy access to multiple subway lines and bus routes.

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478 Shawmut Ave Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

7.89%

15–29 Years

40.9%

30–44 Years

21.12%

45–59 Years

14.3%

60+ Years

15.79%

Commute

24.16%

Transit

35.14%

Walk

23.1%

Drive

2.72%

Bike

Housing Ownership

25.25%

Owner Occupied

74.75%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
13.48%
Multi Family
2.4%
Single Person
49.2%
Multi Person
50.8%

Average Income

Household:$7,056,618.48 /yr

Individual:$6,309,869.17 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree30.64%
High School College12.36%
Diploma2.92%
Post Graduate32.7%
Others21.39%
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Education

Diploma2.92%
Post Graduate32.7%
Others21.39%
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