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5 Otis Pl

5 Otis Pl, Boston, MA, 02108

YEAR BUILT

1875

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

8

UNIT SIZE RANGE

635-1,588 sqft

Description

5 Otis Pl is located in Boston, at the intersection of Cambridge Street and Blossom Street. This two-story building has a low-rise structure and features a total of 8 condominium units. The history of the building dates back to 1875, giving it a classic feel. Nearby, the Charles River adds a scenic touch to the area. Unit sizes range from 635 to 1,588 square feet. They include 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, catering to various living styles. Recent prices for these units fall between $1,535,000 and $2,010,000. A professionally managed approach enhances the living experience in this community. Residents enjoy several amenities. There is easy access to bike paths and public transportation. Those who love outdoor activities will find parks and tennis courts nearby for recreation. The building is also pet-friendly, making it welcoming to furry companions. Residents can find local schools, like Park Street Kids and Park Street Kids Inc, close by. For dining, 75 Chestnut is a nearby restaurant option. The location fits well with lifestyle needs, balancing urban accessibility with community feel. A central A/C system may be present in some units, ensuring comfort during warmer months. The building also provides access to elevators for the convenience of residents. This building presents a blend of historic architecture and modern living in a prime Boston location.

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5 Otis Pl

5 Otis Pl, Boston, MA, 02108

YEAR BUILT

1875

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

8

UNIT SIZE RANGE

635-1,588 sqft

Description

5 Otis Pl is located in Boston, at the intersection of Cambridge Street and Blossom Street. This two-story building has a low-rise structure and features a total of 8 condominium units. The history of the building dates back to 1875, giving it a classic feel. Nearby, the Charles River adds a scenic touch to the area. Unit sizes range from 635 to 1,588 square feet. They include 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, catering to various living styles. Recent prices for these units fall between $1,535,000 and $2,010,000. A professionally managed approach enhances the living experience in this community. Residents enjoy several amenities. There is easy access to bike paths and public transportation. Those who love outdoor activities will find parks and tennis courts nearby for recreation. The building is also pet-friendly, making it welcoming to furry companions. Residents can find local schools, like Park Street Kids and Park Street Kids Inc, close by. For dining, 75 Chestnut is a nearby restaurant option. The location fits well with lifestyle needs, balancing urban accessibility with community feel. A central A/C system may be present in some units, ensuring comfort during warmer months. The building also provides access to elevators for the convenience of residents. This building presents a blend of historic architecture and modern living in a prime Boston location.

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Description

5 Otis Pl is located in Boston, at the intersection of Cambridge Street and Blossom Street. This two-story building has a low-rise structure and features a total of 8 condominium units. The history of the building dates back to 1875, giving it a classic feel. Nearby, the Charles River adds a scenic touch to the area. Unit sizes range from 635 to 1,588 square feet. They include 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms, catering to various living styles. Recent prices for these units fall between $1,535,000 and $2,010,000. A professionally managed approach enhances the living experience in this community. Residents enjoy several amenities. There is easy access to bike paths and public transportation. Those who love outdoor activities will find parks and tennis courts nearby for recreation. The building is also pet-friendly, making it welcoming to furry companions. Residents can find local schools, like Park Street Kids and Park Street Kids Inc, close by. For dining, 75 Chestnut is a nearby restaurant option. The location fits well with lifestyle needs, balancing urban accessibility with community feel. A central A/C system may be present in some units, ensuring comfort during warmer months. The building also provides access to elevators for the convenience of residents. This building presents a blend of historic architecture and modern living in a prime Boston location.

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Unit Availability

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5 Otis Pl Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 221588332192017-06-02
MLS#: 72085862
Closed$2,010,000
Unit 221588231142009-07-29
MLS#: 70899053
Closed$1,600,000
Unit 221588232672007-11-19
MLS#: 70530610
Closed$1,535,000
Unit 2
2

3 Beds

3 Baths

1588 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2017-06-02Closed$2,010,000
MLS#: 72085862
Days On Market219
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

3 Baths

1588 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2009-07-29Closed$1,600,000
MLS#: 70899053
Days On Market114
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

3 Baths

1588 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2007-11-19Closed$1,535,000
MLS#: 70530610
Days On Market267
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Amenities

Life at 5 Otis Place comes with a fantastic selection of amenities that resonate with a vibrant lifestyle. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby tennis courts and recreational parks, which are perfect for weekend gatherings or morning jogs. If you’re a cyclist, the bike path nearby will beckon you to explore Boston on two wheels. Additionally, the building boasts convenient elevator access and is well-connected with highway access and public transport options, making your daily commute a breeze. Whether you need to visit a local house of worship or simply want to unwind in the park, everything you need is just a short stroll away.

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Amenities Description

Life at 5 Otis Place comes with a fantastic selection of amenities that resonate with a vibrant lifestyle. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby tennis courts and recreational parks, which are perfect for weekend gatherings or morning jogs. If you’re a cyclist, the bike path nearby will beckon you to explore Boston on two wheels. Additionally, the building boasts convenient elevator access and is well-connected with highway access and public transport options, making your daily commute a breeze. Whether you need to visit a local house of worship or simply want to unwind in the park, everything you need is just a short stroll away.

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Parking
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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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Amenities

Elevator(s)

Elevator(s)

Security System

Security System

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Storage

Storage

Policies

Living at 5 Otis Place means embracing not just a new home but also a community spirit. The building policies foster a positive atmosphere, ensuring that every resident feels at ease. It’s an environment where you can be comfortable and truly make your 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)
5 Otis Pl--
140 Mount Vernon$1,621/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Mt Vernon Street Condominium$1,621/sqft.$3 /sqft.
33 Brimmer St$1,212/sqft.$3 /sqft.
The Lincolnshire$1,406/sqft.$1 /sqft.
2400 Beacon St$1,007/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 5 Otis Pl.

Park Street School

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Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|0.07 miles away

The Advent School

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Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|0.11 miles away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|0.47 miles away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|0.73 miles away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|0.8 miles away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|0.83 miles away
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Schools

Park Street School

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

The Advent School

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

Learning Project Elementary School

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Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Newman School

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Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

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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

Boston Children's School

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Private|Grades PK–2
8 Whittier Pl Ste ...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|1.00 Miles Away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|1.19 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|1.35 Miles Away

St John School

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Private|Grades PK–8
9 Moon St|1.48 Miles Away

Cathedral High School

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Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|1.53 Miles Away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|1.53 Miles Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|1.54 Miles Away

Eliot K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
16 Charter St|1.54 Miles Away

Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
70 Worcester St|1.74 Miles Away

Carter Developmental Center

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Public|Grades 6–12
396 Northampton St|1.75 Miles Away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|1.89 Miles Away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|1.94 Miles Away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|1.95 Miles Away

Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

C
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Huntington Ave...|1.98 Miles Away

Warren / Prescott K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
50 School St|2.03 Miles Away

Clarence R. Edwards Middle School

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Public|Grades 6–8
28 Walker St|2.08 Miles Away

Harvard / Kent Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
50 Bunker Hill St|2.08 Miles Away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|2.12 Miles Away

James Condon K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
200 D St|2.21 Miles Away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|2.22 Miles Away

Charlestown High School

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
240 Medford St|2.29 Miles Away

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
906 Albany St|2.52 Miles Away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|2.56 Miles Away

Capuano Early Childhood Center

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Public|Grades PK–KG
150 Glen St|2.60 Miles Away

East Boston Central Catholic School

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Private|Grades PK–8
69 London St|2.60 Miles Away

Up Academy Boston

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
215 Dorchester St|2.65 Miles Away

Boston Collaborative High School

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Public|Grades 10–12
215 Dorchester St|2.65 Miles Away

Boston University Academy

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Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|2.67 Miles Away

John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science

A-
Public|Grades 7–12
55 Malcolm X Blvd|2.68 Miles Away

Madison Park High

F
Public|Grades 9–12
75 Malcolm X Blvd|2.68 Miles Away

Samuel Adams Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
165 Webster St|2.69 Miles Away

Transit

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

Arlington - Public Garden

0.48 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington

0.49 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington - Elevator Boylston St

0.5 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

0.51 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (West)

0.52 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

0.57 miles away|11 min walk
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Transit

Arlington - Public Garden

0.48 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington

0.49 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington - Elevator Boylston St

0.5 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

0.51 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (West)

0.52 miles away|10 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

0.57 miles away|11 min walk

Arlington St @ Isabella St

0.8 miles away|16 min walk

285 Tremont St

0.84 miles away|17 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

1.24 miles away|24 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

1.33 miles away|26 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

1.33 miles away|26 min walk

Aquarium - Surface Rd @ State St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Central St

1.38 miles away|27 min walk

Atlantic Ave @ Atlantic Ave

1.4 miles away|27 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

Aquarium

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

Aquarium - Waterfront and New England Aquarium

1.44 miles away|28 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

1.49 miles away|29 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

A St @ Necco St

1.73 miles away|34 min walk

A St @ Mt Washington Ave

1.73 miles away|34 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

1.79 miles away|35 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

1.79 miles away|35 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

350 Summer St

1.87 miles away|36 min walk

Adams St @ Lowney Way

1.88 miles away|37 min walk

400 Summer St

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

360 Huntington Ave

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

2 miles away|39 min walk

91 E Concord St

2.02 miles away|39 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

2.07 miles away|40 min walk

121 Bunker Hill St opp Lexington St

2.14 miles away|42 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

2.15 miles away|42 min walk

Amesbury St @ Vassar St

2.28 miles away|44 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

2.29 miles away|44 min walk

Albany St @ Randall St

2.4 miles away|46 min walk

Albany St opp Randall St

2.4 miles away|47 min walk

30 Annunciation Rd

2.41 miles away|47 min walk

Annunciation Rd & Albert St

2.44 miles away|47 min walk

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

2.56 miles away|49 min walk

69 Annunciation Rd

2.56 miles away|49 min walk

529 Main St

2.56 miles away|49 min walk

442 W Broadway

2.63 miles away|51 min walk

Alford St @ Main St

2.65 miles away|51 min walk

180 Dorchester St opp W 7th St

2.7 miles away|52 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Dexter St

2.7 miles away|52 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 5 Otis Pl

Beacon Hill is a historic, brick-lined neighborhood near the Massachusetts State House and the Charles River. The area shows narrow streets, old gas lamps, and Federal-style rowhouses that date back to the 19th century. Visitors stroll along Charles Street for cafés, art galleries, bakeries, small shops, and well-known restaurants. This district sits next to Boston Common and park paths, which offer green space and river views for walkers. Commuters use the Red Line, nearby bus routes, and bike lanes for fast access to downtown and other neighborhoods.

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Neighbourhood Description

Beacon Hill is a historic, brick-lined neighborhood near the Massachusetts State House and the Charles River. The area shows narrow streets, old gas lamps, and Federal-style rowhouses that date back to the 19th century. Visitors stroll along Charles Street for cafés, art galleries, bakeries, small shops, and well-known restaurants. This district sits next to Boston Common and park paths, which offer green space and river views for walkers. Commuters use the Red Line, nearby bus routes, and bike lanes for fast access to downtown and other neighborhoods.

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5 Otis Pl Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

7.82%

15–29 Years

32.64%

30–44 Years

25.36%

45–59 Years

15.86%

60+ Years

18.31%

Commute

18.46%

Transit

40.1%

Walk

19.25%

Drive

2.29%

Bike

Housing Ownership

30.35%

Owner Occupied

69.65%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
11.39%
Multi Family
1.56%
Single Person
49.8%
Multi Person
50.2%

Average Income

Household:$11,856,696.1 /yr

Individual:$9,996,900.92 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree35.16%
High School College8.01%
Diploma2.23%
Post Graduate41.81%
Others12.79%
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Education

Diploma2.23%
Post Graduate41.81%
Others12.79%
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