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653-659 E 2nd St

653-659 E 2nd St, Boston, MA, 02127
653 East 2nd Street

YEAR BUILT

1930

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,072-1,658 sqft

Description

653-659 E 2nd St sits in Boston, near the intersection of Columbia Road and Dorchester Avenue. This location offers a pleasant urban view, with the Neponset River nearby. The building connects well to major highways and local streets, facilitating travel across the area. The low-rise building features 1 story and contains 6 residential units. Construction was completed in 1930. Units range from 1,072 to 1,658 square feet. Each unit includes either 2 or 3 bedrooms, providing comfortable living spaces. Pricing for these units varies between $645,000 and $670,000. This range reflects the local market trends. The average price per square foot aligns with the property’s size and amenities. Each unit provides a spacious environment suitable for different family sizes. Residents enjoy several amenities. Among them are hot water, an elevator, and access to public transportation. Nearby parks and houses of worship offer additional community resources. Dining options like Thirst, Pan Asia Corporation, and Murphy's Law Inc are just a short distance away. The building's structure fits neatly into the neighborhood’s low-rise architecture. Having elevator access enhances mobility throughout the building. This property provides an inviting living experience, combining comfort and community in a bustling part of Boston.

Building ImageMLS ID #71598209
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653-659 E 2nd St

653-659 E 2nd St, Boston, MA, 02127


653 East 2nd Street

YEAR BUILT

1930

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,072-1,658 sqft

Description

653-659 E 2nd St sits in Boston, near the intersection of Columbia Road and Dorchester Avenue. This location offers a pleasant urban view, with the Neponset River nearby. The building connects well to major highways and local streets, facilitating travel across the area. The low-rise building features 1 story and contains 6 residential units. Construction was completed in 1930. Units range from 1,072 to 1,658 square feet. Each unit includes either 2 or 3 bedrooms, providing comfortable living spaces. Pricing for these units varies between $645,000 and $670,000. This range reflects the local market trends. The average price per square foot aligns with the property’s size and amenities. Each unit provides a spacious environment suitable for different family sizes. Residents enjoy several amenities. Among them are hot water, an elevator, and access to public transportation. Nearby parks and houses of worship offer additional community resources. Dining options like Thirst, Pan Asia Corporation, and Murphy's Law Inc are just a short distance away. The building's structure fits neatly into the neighborhood’s low-rise architecture. Having elevator access enhances mobility throughout the building. This property provides an inviting living experience, combining comfort and community in a bustling part of Boston.

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Description

653-659 E 2nd St sits in Boston, near the intersection of Columbia Road and Dorchester Avenue. This location offers a pleasant urban view, with the Neponset River nearby. The building connects well to major highways and local streets, facilitating travel across the area. The low-rise building features 1 story and contains 6 residential units. Construction was completed in 1930. Units range from 1,072 to 1,658 square feet. Each unit includes either 2 or 3 bedrooms, providing comfortable living spaces. Pricing for these units varies between $645,000 and $670,000. This range reflects the local market trends. The average price per square foot aligns with the property’s size and amenities. Each unit provides a spacious environment suitable for different family sizes. Residents enjoy several amenities. Among them are hot water, an elevator, and access to public transportation. Nearby parks and houses of worship offer additional community resources. Dining options like Thirst, Pan Asia Corporation, and Murphy's Law Inc are just a short distance away. The building's structure fits neatly into the neighborhood’s low-rise architecture. Having elevator access enhances mobility throughout the building. This property provides an inviting living experience, combining comfort and community in a bustling part of Boston.

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653-659 E 2nd St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 208208165832292013-11-15
MLS#: 71598209
Closed$670,000
Unit 108108165432612013-11-12
MLS#: 71582190
Closed$645,000
Unit 108
108

3 Beds

2 Baths

1654 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2013-11-12Closed$645,000
MLS#: 71582190
Days On Market61
Unit 208
208

3 Beds

2 Baths

1658 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2013-11-15Closed$670,000
MLS#: 71598209
Days On Market29
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Amenities

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

Elevator(s)

Elevator(s)

Storage

Storage

Policies

Future residents will appreciate the simplified living that this building offers. With policies in place that prioritize a peaceful coexistence among neighbors, you can feel at ease knowing your home is in a well-managed environment.

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)
653-659 E 2nd St--
673 E 2nd St$943/sqft.$3 /sqft.
584 E 3rd St$696/sqft.$4 /sqft.
655 East Second$821/sqft.$4 /sqft.
649 E 2nd Street$899/sqft.$5 /sqft.
49 L St$791/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

653-659 E 2nd St is located near 26+ schools throughout Boston. Schools within a 2-mile radius provide dependable access for families. Convenient proximity supports smoother daily routines. This location enhances residential comfort.

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

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Public|Grades PK–5
650 E 4th St|0.21 miles away

South Boston Catholic Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–6
866 E Broadway|0.37 miles away

Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
745 E 7th St|0.48 miles away

Excel High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
95 G St|0.5 miles away

Boston Collaborative High School

--
Public|Grades 10–12
215 Dorchester St|0.75 miles away

Up Academy Boston

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
215 Dorchester St|0.75 miles away
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Schools

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Description

653-659 E 2nd St is located near 26+ schools throughout Boston. Schools within a 2-mile radius provide dependable access for families. Convenient proximity supports smoother daily routines. This location enhances residential comfort.

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

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Public|Grades PK–5
650 E 4th 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

Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School

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

Excel High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
95 G 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

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades KG–5
50 Burke 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...|1.36 Miles Away

Paul A. Dever Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
325 Mount Vernon S...|1.39 Miles Away

Roger Clap Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Harvest St|1.46 Miles Away

Pope John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Campus

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Private|Grades PK–8
790 Columbia Rd|1.56 Miles Away

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|1.62 Miles Away

Boston Collegiate Charter School

B
Public|Grades 5–12
11 Mayhew St|1.63 Miles Away

Boston College High School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
150 William T Morr...|1.63 Miles Away

William E Russell

B
Public|Grades PK–5
750 Columbia Rd|1.65 Miles Away

Cathedral High School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|1.65 Miles Away

Mattahunt Elementary School

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Public|Grades PK–5
|1.71 Miles Away

Dorchester Academy

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Public|Grades 9–12
|1.71 Miles Away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

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Public|Grades 9–12
20 Church St|1.79 Miles Away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|1.81 Miles Away

Quincy Upper School

D
Public|Grades 6–12
152 Arlington St|1.82 Miles Away

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
150 Norfolk Ave|1.92 Miles Away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|1.94 Miles Away

Cristo Rey Boston High School

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Private|Grades 9–12
100 Savin Hill Ave|1.94 Miles Away

Samuel Adams Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
165 Webster St|1.96 Miles Away

Transit

653-659 E 2nd St benefits from a network of nearby public transportation options within a 2-mile radius. Access to Bus, Metro, Tram, Rail 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.

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

0.62 miles away|12 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

250 Mt Vernon St @ Geiger Gibson Health Center

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

263 Mt Vernon St @ St Christopher's Church

1.33 miles away|26 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

0.68 miles away|13 min walk
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Transit

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Description

653-659 E 2nd St benefits from a network of nearby public transportation options within a 2-mile radius. Access to Bus, Metro, Tram, Rail 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.

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

0.62 miles away|12 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

250 Mt Vernon St @ Geiger Gibson Health Center

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

263 Mt Vernon St @ St Christopher's Church

1.33 miles away|26 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

0.68 miles away|13 min walk

285 Tremont St

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

350 Summer St

0.98 miles away|19 min walk

400 Summer St

0.95 miles away|19 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.87 miles away|36 min walk

442 W Broadway

0.51 miles away|10 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

91 E Concord St

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

1.59 miles away|31 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

1.84 miles away|36 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

Andrew

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

Andrew - Buses

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Dexter St

1.13 miles away|22 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Leeds St

1.13 miles away|22 min walk

Andrew - Elevator

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

Andrew - Southampton St

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

Andrew - Street Buses

1.16 miles away|23 min walk

Aquarium

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Aquarium - Surface Rd @ State St

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

Aquarium - Waterfront and New England Aquarium

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

2 miles away|39 min walk

Arlington St @ Isabella St

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

A St @ Mt Washington Ave

1 miles away|20 min walk

A St @ Necco St

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Atlantic Ave

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Central St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Commercial Wharf

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Congress St

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Milk St

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Rowes Wharf

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Seaport Blvd.

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ State St-Marriott Hotel

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

Back Bay - Clarendon St (Track 2)

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Transit

Back Bay - Clarendon St (Track 2)

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Back Bay - Clarendon St (Tracks 1 and 3)

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Transit

Back Bay - Clarendon St (Tracks 1 and 3)

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Beacon St @ Park St

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Berkeley St @ Chandler St

1.89 miles away|37 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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653-659 E 2nd St Demographics

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 9.71% are children aged 0–14, 33.01% are young adults between 15–29, 30.98% are adults aged 30–44, 12.51% are in the 45–59 range and 13.79% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 41.53% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 29.13%, walking around 9%, biking around 0.73%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 54.11% of units are rented and 45.89% are owner occupied. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 23.09% are single family homes and 2.56% are multi family units. Around 35.93% are single-person households, while 64.07% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 47.51% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 11.76% have high school or college education. Another 2.48% hold diplomas while 25.41% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 12.84% 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 9.71% are children aged 0–14, 33.01% are young adults between 15–29, 30.98% are adults aged 30–44, 12.51% are in the 45–59 range and 13.79% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 41.53% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 29.13%, walking around 9%, biking around 0.73%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 54.11% of units are rented and 45.89% are owner occupied. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 23.09% are single family homes and 2.56% are multi family units. Around 35.93% are single-person households, while 64.07% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 47.51% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 11.76% have high school or college education. Another 2.48% hold diplomas while 25.41% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 12.84% with other types of qualifications.

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

9.71%

15–29 Years

33.01%

30–44 Years

30.98%

45–59 Years

12.51%

60+ Years

13.79%

Commute

29.13%

Transit

9%

Walk

41.53%

Drive

0.73%

Bike

Housing Ownership

45.89%

Owner Occupied

54.11%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
23.09%
Multi Family
2.56%
Single Person
35.93%
Multi Person
64.07%

Average Income

Household:$14,308,836.13 /yr

Individual:$8,386,765.92 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree47.51%
High School College11.76%
Diploma2.48%
Post Graduate25.41%
Others12.84%
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Education

Diploma2.48%
Post Graduate25.41%
Others12.84%
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