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53 Elm St

53 Elm Street, Boston, MA, 02129

YEAR BUILT

1885

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

680-1,320 sqft

Description

53 Elm Street is located in Boston. It sits near the intersection of Congress Street and Sleeper Street. The nearby Fort Point Channel adds a pleasant water feature to the area. This low-rise building has one story and a traditional charm. The building contains six condominium units. Construction dates back to 1885, giving it a historic feel. Units range in size from 680 to 1,320 square feet. Both one and two-bedroom options are available for various living arrangements. Prices for the units vary from $625,000 to $633,000. The cost reflects the desirable location and the comfortable living spaces. Each unit offers potential buyers a cozy home with options for customization. The building provides useful amenities like bike paths, public transportation, and park access. Residents can enjoy the nearby tennis courts and a swimming pool too. These features enhance the living experience for those who call this building home. Dining options like O Ya and Les Zygomats are just around the corner. These restaurants offer diverse culinary experiences for residents and visitors alike. The building’s location connects easily to major highways for quick travel into and out of the city. Overall, 53 Elm Street presents a solid choice for homebuyers looking for charm and convenience in Boston. The combination of historical architecture and modern amenities invites interest. It is a perfect setting for those seeking an urban lifestyle.

Building ImageMLS ID #71768260
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53 Elm St

53 Elm Street, Boston, MA, 02129

YEAR BUILT

1885

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

680-1,320 sqft

Description

53 Elm Street is located in Boston. It sits near the intersection of Congress Street and Sleeper Street. The nearby Fort Point Channel adds a pleasant water feature to the area. This low-rise building has one story and a traditional charm. The building contains six condominium units. Construction dates back to 1885, giving it a historic feel. Units range in size from 680 to 1,320 square feet. Both one and two-bedroom options are available for various living arrangements. Prices for the units vary from $625,000 to $633,000. The cost reflects the desirable location and the comfortable living spaces. Each unit offers potential buyers a cozy home with options for customization. The building provides useful amenities like bike paths, public transportation, and park access. Residents can enjoy the nearby tennis courts and a swimming pool too. These features enhance the living experience for those who call this building home. Dining options like O Ya and Les Zygomats are just around the corner. These restaurants offer diverse culinary experiences for residents and visitors alike. The building’s location connects easily to major highways for quick travel into and out of the city. Overall, 53 Elm Street presents a solid choice for homebuyers looking for charm and convenience in Boston. The combination of historical architecture and modern amenities invites interest. It is a perfect setting for those seeking an urban lifestyle.

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Description

53 Elm Street is located in Boston. It sits near the intersection of Congress Street and Sleeper Street. The nearby Fort Point Channel adds a pleasant water feature to the area. This low-rise building has one story and a traditional charm. The building contains six condominium units. Construction dates back to 1885, giving it a historic feel. Units range in size from 680 to 1,320 square feet. Both one and two-bedroom options are available for various living arrangements. Prices for the units vary from $625,000 to $633,000. The cost reflects the desirable location and the comfortable living spaces. Each unit offers potential buyers a cozy home with options for customization. The building provides useful amenities like bike paths, public transportation, and park access. Residents can enjoy the nearby tennis courts and a swimming pool too. These features enhance the living experience for those who call this building home. Dining options like O Ya and Les Zygomats are just around the corner. These restaurants offer diverse culinary experiences for residents and visitors alike. The building’s location connects easily to major highways for quick travel into and out of the city. Overall, 53 Elm Street presents a solid choice for homebuyers looking for charm and convenience in Boston. The combination of historical architecture and modern amenities invites interest. It is a perfect setting for those seeking an urban lifestyle.

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Total sold0 Sold
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Unit Availability

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53 Elm St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit PH3PH368011782022-09-07
MLS#: 73000966 		Closed$625,000
Unit 2293821702017-05-18
MLS#: 72128639 		Closed$633,000
Unit 11132022362014-05-16
MLS#: 71658427 		Closed$622,000
Unit 1
1

2 Beds

2 Baths

1320 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2014-05-16Closed$622,000
MLS#: 71658427
Days On Market36
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

1 Baths

938 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2017-05-18Closed$633,000
MLS#: 72128639
Days On Market70
Unit PH3
PH3

1 Beds

1 Baths

680 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2022-09-07Closed$625,000
MLS#: 73000966
Days On Market78
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Amenities

What sets this building apart are the amenities that cater to an active and social lifestyle. If you enjoy staying fit or simply appreciate the outdoors, you’ll love the tennis courts and bike paths nearby—perfect for a sunny afternoon! Easy access to public transportation and highways makes your daily commute a breeze. For downtime, unwind at the pool or take a stroll through the surrounding parks, which add a splash of green to your urban living experience. Local spiritual spaces are also on hand, accommodating various faith communities.

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Amenities Description

What sets this building apart are the amenities that cater to an active and social lifestyle. If you enjoy staying fit or simply appreciate the outdoors, you’ll love the tennis courts and bike paths nearby—perfect for a sunny afternoon! Easy access to public transportation and highways makes your daily commute a breeze. For downtime, unwind at the pool or take a stroll through the surrounding parks, which add a splash of green to your urban living experience. Local spiritual spaces are also on hand, accommodating various faith communities.

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Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
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Security System

Security System

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Pool

Pool

Policies

With a welcoming atmosphere, there are some policies in place to ensure everyone feels comfortable in their home. The building does have certain restrictions, promoting a respectful living environment for all residents. It's a friendly reminder that while you may be forging your own path, you're doing so within a considerate community.

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Amenities Description

With a welcoming atmosphere, there are some policies in place to ensure everyone feels comfortable in their home. The building does have certain restrictions, promoting a respectful living environment for all residents. It's a friendly reminder that while you may be forging your own path, you're doing so within a considerate community.

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)
53 Elm St--
181 Essex$936/sqft.$2 /sqft.
717 Atlantic Ave$764/sqft.$3 /sqft.
109 Beach Street$759/sqft.$2 /sqft.
717 Atlantic Condomimium$764/sqft.$3 /sqft.
111 Beach St$759/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

53 Elm St is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|0.48 miles away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

--
Public|Grades 9–12
20 Church St|0.61 miles away

Quincy Upper School

D
Public|Grades 6–12
152 Arlington St|0.65 miles away

Park Street School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|0.81 miles away

St John School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
9 Moon St|0.87 miles away

The Advent School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|0.88 miles away
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Schools

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Description

53 Elm St is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

--
Public|Grades 9–12
20 Church St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Quincy Upper School

D
Public|Grades 6–12
152 Arlington St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Park Street School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|Less than 1 Mile Away

St John School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
9 Moon St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Advent School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cathedral High School

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

James Condon K-8 School

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

William Mckinley School

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

Eliot K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
16 Charter St|1.00 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|1.01 Miles Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|1.07 Miles Away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|1.08 Miles Away

Boston Children's School

--
Private|Grades PK–2
8 Whittier Pl Ste ...|1.08 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|1.16 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.28 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.28 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|1.29 Miles Away

Up Academy Boston

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
215 Dorchester St|1.30 Miles Away

Boston Collaborative High School

--
Public|Grades 10–12
215 Dorchester St|1.30 Miles Away

Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
70 Worcester St|1.39 Miles Away

Excel High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
95 G St|1.46 Miles Away

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades KG–5
50 Burke St|1.46 Miles Away

Samuel Adams Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
165 Webster St|1.47 Miles Away

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
650 E 4th St|1.52 Miles Away

Carter Developmental Center

--
Public|Grades 6–12
396 Northampton St|1.58 Miles Away

East Boston Central Catholic School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
69 London St|1.62 Miles Away

Donald Mckay

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
122 Cottage St|1.67 Miles Away

Dante Alighieri Montessori School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
37 Gove St|1.67 Miles Away

Harvard / Kent Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
50 Bunker Hill St|1.70 Miles Away

East Boston Early Childhood Center

--
Public|Grades EE–1
135 Gove St|1.71 Miles Away

South Boston Catholic Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–6
866 E Broadway|1.78 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|1.81 Miles Away

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
906 Albany St|1.81 Miles Away

Warren / Prescott K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
50 School St|1.84 Miles Away

Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

C
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Huntington Ave...|1.90 Miles Away

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
150 Norfolk Ave|1.93 Miles Away

Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
745 E 7th St|1.94 Miles Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|1.94 Miles Away

Clarence R. Edwards Middle School

--
Public|Grades 6–8
28 Walker St|1.95 Miles Away

Charlestown High School

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
240 Medford St|1.96 Miles Away

Roger Clap Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Harvest St|1.98 Miles Away

James Otis

B
Public|Grades PK–6
218 Marion St|2.00 Miles Away

Transit

53 Elm St benefits from a network of nearby public transportation options within a 2-mile radius. Access to Bus, Metro, Tram ensures convenient travel to employment hubs and local destinations. Strong transit connectivity reduces travel time and improves daily convenience. A transit-friendly location adds value for residents and visitors alike.

121 Bunker Hill St opp Lexington St

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

1.46 miles away|29 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

285 Tremont St

0.46 miles away|9 min walk
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Transit

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Description

53 Elm St benefits from a network of nearby public transportation options within a 2-mile radius. Access to Bus, Metro, Tram ensures convenient travel to employment hubs and local destinations. Strong transit connectivity reduces travel time and improves daily convenience. A transit-friendly location adds value for residents and visitors alike.

121 Bunker Hill St opp Lexington St

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

1.46 miles away|29 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

285 Tremont St

0.46 miles away|9 min walk

350 Summer St

0.53 miles away|11 min walk

360 Huntington Ave

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

400 Summer St

0.57 miles away|11 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

442 W Broadway

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

91 E Concord St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Adams St @ Lowney Way

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

1.13 miles away|22 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

1.46 miles away|28 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

1.3 miles away|25 min walk

Albany St opp Randall St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

Albany St @ Randall St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

0.89 miles away|18 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

Andrew

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Buses

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Dexter St

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Leeds St

1.49 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Elevator

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Southampton St

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew - Street Buses

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

Aquarium

0.61 miles away|12 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

0.55 miles away|11 min walk

Aquarium - Surface Rd @ State St

0.59 miles away|12 min walk

Aquarium - Waterfront and New England Aquarium

0.61 miles away|12 min walk

Arlington

0.71 miles away|14 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

0.69 miles away|14 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (West)

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

Arlington - Elevator Boylston St

0.73 miles away|14 min walk

Arlington - Public Garden

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

Arlington St @ Isabella St

0.67 miles away|13 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

0.69 miles away|14 min walk

A St @ Mt Washington Ave

0.46 miles away|9 min walk

A St @ Necco St

0.44 miles away|9 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Atlantic Ave

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Central St

0.55 miles away|11 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Leather District

Leather District is a compact historic neighborhood in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. The area blends old brick buildings with modern lofts and small business blocks. This district has cafes, places to eat, art spaces, and local shops within walking distance. The area offers grocery stores, pharmacies, gyms, and basic services nearby. Trains and bus lines give quick links to the wider city and suburbs. Drivers find direct access to main roads and short-term parking close by. The area supports work, dining, and arts within a small, walkable zone.

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Neighbourhood Description

Leather District is a compact historic neighborhood in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. The area blends old brick buildings with modern lofts and small business blocks. This district has cafes, places to eat, art spaces, and local shops within walking distance. The area offers grocery stores, pharmacies, gyms, and basic services nearby. Trains and bus lines give quick links to the wider city and suburbs. Drivers find direct access to main roads and short-term parking close by. The area supports work, dining, and arts within a small, walkable zone.

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53 Elm St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

7.91%

15–29 Years

32.01%

30–44 Years

25.82%

45–59 Years

15.79%

60+ Years

18.48%

Commute

18.57%

Transit

39.63%

Walk

20.26%

Drive

1.99%

Bike

Housing Ownership

29.7%

Owner Occupied

70.3%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
11.59%
Multi Family
1.6%
Single Person
49.03%
Multi Person
50.97%

Average Income

Household:$12,499,729.11 /yr

Individual:$10,239,676.21 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree35.18%
High School College9.28%
Diploma2.5%
Post Graduate38.64%
Others14.4%
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Education

Diploma2.5%
Post Graduate38.64%
Others14.4%
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