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685 East 8th Street

685 E 8th Street, Boston, MA, 02127

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,008-1,150 sqft

Description

685 East 8th Street is located in Boston, at the intersection of William T Morrissey Boulevard and Freeport Street. This area offers access to parks and public transportation, making it a practical spot for residents. The Neponset River is nearby, adding a natural feature to the environment. Constructed in 1900, this low-rise building contains 2 stories and has 6 condominium units. The size of each unit ranges from 1,008 to 1,150 square feet. With 2 bedrooms, these units provide ample space for living. The building has a traditional appearance that fits its historical surroundings. Prices for the units range from $407,500 to $498,000. This variety allows potential buyers to find something that fits their budget. Average pricing shows a competitive market, with each unit accessing the character of the area. Amenities like highway access and nearby public transport make commuting simple. Residents can enjoy local parks for outdoor activities. Grocery needs can be met at Cumberland Farms, ensuring everyday necessities are close by. Living in this building combines urban life with various local offerings. Nearby schools, including the City of Boston Kindergarten, support family life. Buyers can appreciate the convenience and space of the units while enjoying the community's resources.

Building ImageMLS ID #71518434
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685 East 8th Street

685 E 8th Street, Boston, MA, 02127

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,008-1,150 sqft

Description

685 East 8th Street is located in Boston, at the intersection of William T Morrissey Boulevard and Freeport Street. This area offers access to parks and public transportation, making it a practical spot for residents. The Neponset River is nearby, adding a natural feature to the environment. Constructed in 1900, this low-rise building contains 2 stories and has 6 condominium units. The size of each unit ranges from 1,008 to 1,150 square feet. With 2 bedrooms, these units provide ample space for living. The building has a traditional appearance that fits its historical surroundings. Prices for the units range from $407,500 to $498,000. This variety allows potential buyers to find something that fits their budget. Average pricing shows a competitive market, with each unit accessing the character of the area. Amenities like highway access and nearby public transport make commuting simple. Residents can enjoy local parks for outdoor activities. Grocery needs can be met at Cumberland Farms, ensuring everyday necessities are close by. Living in this building combines urban life with various local offerings. Nearby schools, including the City of Boston Kindergarten, support family life. Buyers can appreciate the convenience and space of the units while enjoying the community's resources.

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Description

685 East 8th Street is located in Boston, at the intersection of William T Morrissey Boulevard and Freeport Street. This area offers access to parks and public transportation, making it a practical spot for residents. The Neponset River is nearby, adding a natural feature to the environment. Constructed in 1900, this low-rise building contains 2 stories and has 6 condominium units. The size of each unit ranges from 1,008 to 1,150 square feet. With 2 bedrooms, these units provide ample space for living. The building has a traditional appearance that fits its historical surroundings. Prices for the units range from $407,500 to $498,000. This variety allows potential buyers to find something that fits their budget. Average pricing shows a competitive market, with each unit accessing the character of the area. Amenities like highway access and nearby public transport make commuting simple. Residents can enjoy local parks for outdoor activities. Grocery needs can be met at Cumberland Farms, ensuring everyday necessities are close by. Living in this building combines urban life with various local offerings. Nearby schools, including the City of Boston Kindergarten, support family life. Buyers can appreciate the convenience and space of the units while enjoying the community's resources.

685 East 8th Street Key Stats Last 12 months

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Total sold0 Sold
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Key Stats

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Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings0 Listed
Total sold0 Sold
Average Days on Market0 days
Average HOA fees per sqft-

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Unit Availability

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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

685 East 8th Street Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit PHPH112422892022-05-31
MLS#: 72948609 		Closed$760,000
Unit 221124221882018-04-02
MLS#: 72234019 		Closed$650,000
Unit 22112422662016-10-07
MLS#: 72047075 		Closed$630,000
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

2 Baths

1124 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2018-04-02Closed$650,000
MLS#: 72234019
Days On Market188
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

2 Baths

1124 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2016-10-07Closed$630,000
MLS#: 72047075
Days On Market66
Unit PH
PH

2 Beds

2 Baths

1124 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2022-05-31Closed$760,000
MLS#: 72948609
Days On Market89
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Amenities

Living at 685 East 8th Street comes with a trio of fantastic amenities that enhance everyday life. With easy access to major highways, commuting to work or weekend getaways becomes a breeze. Public transportation is also readily available for those who prefer hopping on the T (Boston's subway system). For nature lovers, nearby parks offer a peaceful retreat for morning jogs or leisurely weekend strolls. The blend of convenience and relaxation makes this location a true gem for young buyers.

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Amenities Description

Living at 685 East 8th Street comes with a trio of fantastic amenities that enhance everyday life. With easy access to major highways, commuting to work or weekend getaways becomes a breeze. Public transportation is also readily available for those who prefer hopping on the T (Boston's subway system). For nature lovers, nearby parks offer a peaceful retreat for morning jogs or leisurely weekend strolls. The blend of convenience and relaxation makes this location a true gem for young buyers.

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

Every community has guidelines to ensure a harmonious living experience. At 685 East 8th Street, residents enjoy clear and friendly building policies that promote a supportive atmosphere. Whether you’re navigating move-in day or considering a renovation, knowing you’re part of a well-managed building brings peace of mind for first-time buyers.

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Amenities Description

Every community has guidelines to ensure a harmonious living experience. At 685 East 8th Street, residents enjoy clear and friendly building policies that promote a supportive atmosphere. Whether you’re navigating move-in day or considering a renovation, knowing you’re part of a well-managed building brings peace of mind for first-time buyers.

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)
685 East 8th Street--
159 M St$744/sqft.$4 /sqft.
217 M St$834/sqft.$5 /sqft.
667 E 7th$821/sqft.$8 /sqft.
667 E. 7th$821/sqft.$8 /sqft.
183 L St$547/sqft.$5 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

685 East 8th Street is situated close to local schools in South Boston, Boston. Nearby educational institutions within 2 miles support daily convenience. Families enjoy improved accessibility and reduced commute stress. This location promotes a family-oriented environment.

Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
745 E 7th St|0.19 miles away

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
650 E 4th St|0.34 miles away

South Boston Catholic Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–6
866 E Broadway|0.39 miles away

Excel High School

F
Public|Grades 9–12
95 G St|0.57 miles away

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades KG–5
50 Burke St|0.85 miles away

Up Academy Boston

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
215 Dorchester St|0.88 miles away
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Schools

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Description

685 East 8th Street is situated close to local schools in South Boston, Boston. Nearby educational institutions within 2 miles support daily convenience. Families enjoy improved accessibility and reduced commute stress. This location promotes a family-oriented environment.

Oliver Hazard Perry K-8 School

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

Joseph P. Tynan Elementary School

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

South Boston Catholic Academy

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

Excel High School

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

Michael J. Perkins Elementary School

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

Up Academy Boston

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

Boston Collaborative High School

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

John W. Mccormack Middle School

D
Public|Grades 6–8
315 Mount Vernon S...|1.05 Miles Away

Paul A. Dever Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
325 Mount Vernon S...|1.06 Miles Away

James Condon K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
200 D St|1.08 Miles Away

Mattahunt Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–5
|1.29 Miles Away

Dorchester Academy

--
Public|Grades 9–12
|1.29 Miles Away

Boston College High School

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

Roger Clap Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–5
35 Harvest St|1.37 Miles Away

Pope John Paul II Catholic Academy Columbia Campus

--
Private|Grades PK–8
790 Columbia Rd|1.43 Miles Away

William E Russell

B
Public|Grades PK–5
750 Columbia Rd|1.52 Miles Away

Boston Collegiate Charter School

B
Public|Grades 5–12
11 Mayhew St|1.53 Miles Away

Cristo Rey Boston High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
100 Savin Hill Ave|1.68 Miles Away

Edward Everett Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
71 Pleasant St|1.81 Miles Away

Cathedral High School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|1.90 Miles Away

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
150 Norfolk Ave|1.95 Miles Away

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|1.95 Miles Away

Transit

Located in South Boston, 685 East 8th Street is surrounded by 50+ public transit options within 2 miles. Residents enjoy easy access to well-connected transit routes serving key areas of Boston. Reliable public transportation simplifies commuting and enhances everyday mobility. This accessible setting promotes a connected and efficient urban lifestyle.

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

0.81 miles away|16 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.31 miles away|26 min walk

250 Mt Vernon St @ Geiger Gibson Health Center

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

263 Mt Vernon St @ St Christopher's Church

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

0.96 miles away|19 min walk
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Transit

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Description

Located in South Boston, 685 East 8th Street is surrounded by 50+ public transit options within 2 miles. Residents enjoy easy access to well-connected transit routes serving key areas of Boston. Reliable public transportation simplifies commuting and enhances everyday mobility. This accessible setting promotes a connected and efficient urban lifestyle.

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

0.81 miles away|16 min walk

23 Drydock Ave

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.31 miles away|26 min walk

250 Mt Vernon St @ Geiger Gibson Health Center

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

263 Mt Vernon St @ St Christopher's Church

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

27 Drydock Ave

0.96 miles away|19 min walk

350 Summer St

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

400 Summer St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

442 W Broadway

0.74 miles away|15 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

91 E Concord St

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

1.79 miles away|35 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

1.93 miles away|37 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

1.88 miles away|37 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

1.67 miles away|32 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

1.67 miles away|32 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Andrew

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

Andrew - Buses

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Dexter St

1.19 miles away|23 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Leeds St

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

Andrew - Elevator

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

Andrew - Southampton St

1.23 miles away|24 min walk

Andrew - Street Buses

1.2 miles away|24 min walk

A St @ Mt Washington Ave

1.38 miles away|27 min walk

A St @ Necco St

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Congress St

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Rowes Wharf

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Seaport Blvd.

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

Auckland St @ Bay St

1.83 miles away|35 min walk

Auckland St @ Dewar St

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

Boston-South Station

1.79 miles away|35 min walk

Boston St @ Dorset St

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

Boston St @ Ellery St

1.24 miles away|24 min walk

Boston St @ Fr Songin Way

1.25 miles away|24 min walk

Boston St @ Howell St

1.36 miles away|27 min walk

Boston St @ Mayhew St

1.54 miles away|30 min walk

Boston St opp Harvest St

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

Boston St opp Mayhew St

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

Boston St opp Washburn St

1.34 miles away|26 min walk

Boston St @ Rawson St

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

Boston St @ W Howell St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Broadway

1.41 miles away|28 min walk

Broadway - Broadway

1.41 miles away|27 min walk

Broadway Station - Red Line

1.41 miles away|28 min walk

Broadway - Traveler St

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

B St @ W 4th St

1.23 miles away|24 min walk

B St @ W 5th St

1.24 miles away|24 min walk

Chinatown Gate

1.87 miles away|36 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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685 East 8th Street Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

9.92%

15–29 Years

34.44%

30–44 Years

29.89%

45–59 Years

12.26%

60+ Years

13.5%

Commute

29.11%

Transit

7.71%

Walk

43.1%

Drive

0.53%

Bike

Housing Ownership

47.03%

Owner Occupied

52.97%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
25.01%
Multi Family
2.64%
Single Person
34.92%
Multi Person
65.08%

Average Income

Household:$13,569,743.81 /yr

Individual:$7,586,667.56 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree49.01%
High School College11.69%
Diploma2.5%
Post Graduate25.19%
Others11.61%
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Education

Diploma2.5%
Post Graduate25.19%
Others11.61%
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