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551 E 6th St

551 E 6th St, Boston, MA, 02127

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

7

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,155-1,722 sqft

Description

551 E 6th St is located in Boston, sitting low to the ground with just 1 story. The building has a total of 7 condominium units, each designed to maximize space. Built in 1900, this low-rise structure carries a historic charm while offering modern amenities. Sizes for the units range from 1,155 to 1,722 square feet. Unit prices start around $870,000, with the average closed price also at $870,000. The average price per square foot over the past year is $722. Units include either 2 or 3 bedrooms, providing options for different needs. The market shows that properties spend about 30 days on market. The building presents fantastic city views, enhancing the appeal of its location. Nearby, local restaurants like Ethel and Andy's Sandwich Shop cater to dining needs. Schools such as Career Coaching With Lori D and Gate of Heaven School offer educational opportunities for families in the area. Amenities include easy highway access, public transportation, and a nearby park, making the location desirable. The neighborhood sits on the east side of South Boston, bringing in both harbor views and a vibrant community feel. The building also provides reliable features like large open kitchen and living spaces, with oversized windows allowing for natural light. A private roof deck offers an ideal space to unwind outdoors. Many of the units may also include central air and in-unit laundry for everyday convenience. The structure fits well within its surroundings, adding a touch of character to this bustling urban environment.

Building ImageMLS ID #73209085
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551 E 6th St

551 E 6th St, Boston, MA, 02127

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

7

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,155-1,722 sqft

Description

551 E 6th St is located in Boston, sitting low to the ground with just 1 story. The building has a total of 7 condominium units, each designed to maximize space. Built in 1900, this low-rise structure carries a historic charm while offering modern amenities. Sizes for the units range from 1,155 to 1,722 square feet. Unit prices start around $870,000, with the average closed price also at $870,000. The average price per square foot over the past year is $722. Units include either 2 or 3 bedrooms, providing options for different needs. The market shows that properties spend about 30 days on market. The building presents fantastic city views, enhancing the appeal of its location. Nearby, local restaurants like Ethel and Andy's Sandwich Shop cater to dining needs. Schools such as Career Coaching With Lori D and Gate of Heaven School offer educational opportunities for families in the area. Amenities include easy highway access, public transportation, and a nearby park, making the location desirable. The neighborhood sits on the east side of South Boston, bringing in both harbor views and a vibrant community feel. The building also provides reliable features like large open kitchen and living spaces, with oversized windows allowing for natural light. A private roof deck offers an ideal space to unwind outdoors. Many of the units may also include central air and in-unit laundry for everyday convenience. The structure fits well within its surroundings, adding a touch of character to this bustling urban environment.

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Description

551 E 6th St is located in Boston, sitting low to the ground with just 1 story. The building has a total of 7 condominium units, each designed to maximize space. Built in 1900, this low-rise structure carries a historic charm while offering modern amenities. Sizes for the units range from 1,155 to 1,722 square feet. Unit prices start around $870,000, with the average closed price also at $870,000. The average price per square foot over the past year is $722. Units include either 2 or 3 bedrooms, providing options for different needs. The market shows that properties spend about 30 days on market. The building presents fantastic city views, enhancing the appeal of its location. Nearby, local restaurants like Ethel and Andy's Sandwich Shop cater to dining needs. Schools such as Career Coaching With Lori D and Gate of Heaven School offer educational opportunities for families in the area. Amenities include easy highway access, public transportation, and a nearby park, making the location desirable. The neighborhood sits on the east side of South Boston, bringing in both harbor views and a vibrant community feel. The building also provides reliable features like large open kitchen and living spaces, with oversized windows allowing for natural light. A private roof deck offers an ideal space to unwind outdoors. Many of the units may also include central air and in-unit laundry for everyday convenience. The structure fits well within its surroundings, adding a touch of character to this bustling urban environment.

551 E 6th St Key Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$899,900($747/Sqft.)

Avg. Sale Price$870,000($722/Sqft.)
Year over year list price0.00%

Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed

Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market30 days

Average HOA fees per sqft-
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Key Stats

Year over year list price0.00%

Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed

Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market30 days

Average HOA fees per sqft-

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

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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

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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

551 E 6th St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 22120532302024-04-05
MLS#: 73209085
Closed$870,000
Unit 331205221122019-09-26
MLS#: 72513606
Closed$830,000
Unit 11172223822018-10-29
MLS#: 72375865
Closed$850,000
Unit 1
1

2 Beds

3 Baths

1722 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2018-10-29Closed$850,000
MLS#: 72375865
Days On Market82
Unit 2
2

3 Beds

2 Baths

1205 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2024-04-05Closed$870,000
MLS#: 73209085
Days On Market30
Unit 3
3

2 Beds

2 Baths

1205 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2019-09-26Closed$830,000
MLS#: 72513606
Days On Market112
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Amenities

Living at 551 East 6th Street means you’ll enjoy convenient amenities that make life easier. Whether you’re catching a Sunday morning brunch or commuting to work, you’ll appreciate the nearby highway access and public transportation options. This is a great perk for busy professionals and social butterflies alike. Plus, having parks nearby offers a lovely escape where you can unwind or enjoy outdoor activities with friends.

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Amenities Description

Living at 551 East 6th Street means you’ll enjoy convenient amenities that make life easier. Whether you’re catching a Sunday morning brunch or commuting to work, you’ll appreciate the nearby highway access and public transportation options. This is a great perk for busy professionals and social butterflies alike. Plus, having parks nearby offers a lovely escape where you can unwind or enjoy outdoor activities with friends.

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

One of the reassuring aspects of 551 East 6th Street is its clear approach to building policies. If you’ve been worried about restrictions, you’ll be pleased to find none here, making it easier for you to settle in and make the space your own.

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)
551 E 6th St$722/sqft.-
559 E 5th$1,007/sqft.$5 /sqft.
559 E 5th$1,007/sqft.$5 /sqft.
518 East 6th Street$765/sqft.$3 /sqft.
330 K St$822/sqft.$6 /sqft.
511 E. 5th$732/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Residents of 551 E 6th 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.

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

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Public|Grades PK–5
650 E 4th St|0.11 miles away

Excel High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
95 G St|0.32 miles away

Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
745 E 7th St|0.43 miles away

South Boston Catholic Academy

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Private|Grades PK–6
866 E Broadway|0.5 miles away

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades KG–5
50 Burke St|0.62 miles away

Boston Collaborative High School

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Public|Grades 10–12
215 Dorchester St|0.62 miles away
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Schools

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Description

Residents of 551 E 6th 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.

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

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

Excel High School

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

Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
745 E 7th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

South Boston Catholic Academy

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Private|Grades PK–6
866 E Broadway|Less than 1 Mile Away

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

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

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

James Condon K-8 School

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

John W. Mccormack Middle School

D
Public|Grades 6–8
315 Mount Vernon S...|1.06 Miles Away

Paul A. Dever Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
325 Mount Vernon S...|1.09 Miles Away

Roger Clap Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Harvest St|1.21 Miles Away

Pope John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Campus

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Private|Grades PK–8
790 Columbia Rd|1.30 Miles Away

Boston College High School

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Private|Grades 7–12
150 William T Morr...|1.33 Miles Away

Boston Collegiate Charter School

B
Public|Grades 5–12
11 Mayhew St|1.38 Miles Away

William E Russell

B
Public|Grades PK–5
750 Columbia Rd|1.39 Miles Away

Mattahunt Elementary School

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Public|Grades PK–5
|1.50 Miles Away

Dorchester Academy

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Public|Grades 9–12
|1.50 Miles Away

Cathedral High School

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Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|1.63 Miles Away

Cristo Rey Boston High School

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Private|Grades 9–12
100 Savin Hill Ave|1.64 Miles Away

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|1.69 Miles Away

Edward Everett Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
71 Pleasant St|1.72 Miles Away

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
150 Norfolk Ave|1.74 Miles Away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|1.79 Miles Away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

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Public|Grades 9–12
20 Church St|1.86 Miles Away

Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
6 Shirley St|1.87 Miles Away

Quincy Upper School

D
Public|Grades 6–12
152 Arlington St|1.88 Miles Away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|1.95 Miles Away

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
906 Albany St|1.99 Miles Away

Transit

Set in South Boston, 551 E 6th St provides residents with convenient access to public transit across Boston. Multiple Bus, Metro are available within 2 miles, offering seamless daily travel options. Efficient transit connections support work, education, and lifestyle needs. This transit-rich area contributes to a balanced and connected living experience.

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

250 Mt Vernon St @ Geiger Gibson Health Center

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

263 Mt Vernon St @ St Christopher's Church

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

0.96 miles away|19 min walk
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Transit

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Description

Set in South Boston, 551 E 6th St provides residents with convenient access to public transit across Boston. Multiple Bus, Metro are available within 2 miles, offering seamless daily travel options. Efficient transit connections support work, education, and lifestyle needs. This transit-rich area contributes to a balanced and connected living experience.

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

250 Mt Vernon St @ Geiger Gibson Health Center

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

263 Mt Vernon St @ St Christopher's Church

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

0.96 miles away|19 min walk

285 Tremont St

1.79 miles away|35 min walk

350 Summer St

1.19 miles away|23 min walk

400 Summer St

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

442 W Broadway

0.47 miles away|10 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

91 E Concord St

1.73 miles away|34 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

1.63 miles away|32 min walk

Albany St opp Randall St

1.93 miles away|37 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

1.4 miles away|27 min walk

Albany St @ Randall St

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

1.4 miles away|27 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

Andrew

1 miles away|20 min walk

Andrew - Buses

0.99 miles away|20 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Dexter St

0.96 miles away|19 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Leeds St

0.95 miles away|19 min walk

Andrew - Elevator

1 miles away|20 min walk

Andrew - Southampton St

1.01 miles away|20 min walk

Andrew - Street Buses

0.98 miles away|19 min walk

Aquarium

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Aquarium - Surface Rd @ State St

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

Aquarium - Waterfront and New England Aquarium

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Arlington St @ Isabella St

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

A St @ Mt Washington Ave

1.15 miles away|23 min walk

A St @ Necco St

1.2 miles away|24 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Central St

1.93 miles away|37 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Congress St

1.62 miles away|31 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Milk St

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Rowes Wharf

1.72 miles away|33 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Seaport Blvd.

1.64 miles away|32 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ State St-Marriott Hotel

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

Auckland St @ Bay St

1.78 miles away|35 min walk

Auckland St @ Dewar St

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

Berkeley St @ Chandler St

1.93 miles away|37 min walk

Blue Hill Ave @ Dudley St

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Blue Hill Ave @ Mt Pleasant Ave

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Boston-South Station

1.56 miles away|30 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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551 E 6th St Demographics

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 10.17% are children aged 0–14, 32.95% are young adults between 15–29, 30.45% are adults aged 30–44, 12.68% are in the 45–59 range and 13.75% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 41.38% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 29.89%, walking around 8.68%, biking around 0.75%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 55.37% of units are rented and 44.63% are owner occupied. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 23.46% are single family homes and 2.63% are multi family units. Around 35.67% are single-person households, while 64.33% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 46.7% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 12.5% have high school or college education. Another 2.56% hold diplomas while 24.67% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 13.58% with other types of qualifications.

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Demographics Description

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 10.17% are children aged 0–14, 32.95% are young adults between 15–29, 30.45% are adults aged 30–44, 12.68% are in the 45–59 range and 13.75% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 41.38% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 29.89%, walking around 8.68%, biking around 0.75%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 55.37% of units are rented and 44.63% are owner occupied. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 23.46% are single family homes and 2.63% are multi family units. Around 35.67% are single-person households, while 64.33% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 46.7% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 12.5% have high school or college education. Another 2.56% hold diplomas while 24.67% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 13.58% with other types of qualifications.

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

10.17%

15–29 Years

32.95%

30–44 Years

30.45%

45–59 Years

12.68%

60+ Years

13.75%

Commute

29.89%

Transit

8.68%

Walk

41.38%

Drive

0.75%

Bike

Housing Ownership

44.63%

Owner Occupied

55.37%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
23.46%
Multi Family
2.63%
Single Person
35.67%
Multi Person
64.33%

Average Income

Household:$12,955,633.95 /yr

Individual:$7,463,908.26 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree46.7%
High School College12.5%
Diploma2.56%
Post Graduate24.67%
Others13.58%
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Education

Diploma2.56%
Post Graduate24.67%
Others13.58%
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