BuySellBlogBrowse Listings

491 Massachusetts Avenue 1Boston, MA 02118

For Sale

$1,895,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $9,475

Experience refined city living in this sunny 3-4 Bed, 3 Bath parlor duplex, where timeless design meets modern sophistication. Gut renovated in 2018 by a top architect, this residence offers a private entrance, direct access to a deeded parking space, central AC, and a private patio & garden. The chef’s kitchen dazzles with Caesarstone quartz counters, custom cabinetry, wine fridge, and premium JennAir appliances. The open-concept main level features tall ceilings, designer lighting, a gas fireplace, and a sculptural staircase, perfect for entertaining in style. A versatile room with an exposed brick wall and closet offers the perfect space for an office or first-floor bedroom, while a full bath completes this level. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts a custom vanity, walk-in closet, and spa-inspired bath with radiant floors & steam shower. 2 additional bedrooms, one with large front facing windows, laundry, and guest bath with radiant floors & deep jet soaking tub complete this level.

Listed by Beth Dickerson

·

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

·

617-510-8565

Last updated October 20, 2025

·

Source: MLSPin #73443440

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodSouth End
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms3
  • Days on Prevu7
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$1,095.74/month
  • Taxes$15,999/year
  • Size1,717 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,104

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Pets Allowed
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking

Location

Mortgage Calculator

Listing History

10/15/2025
Listed by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
$1,895,000

Property Details for 491 Massachusetts Avenue 1

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House Of Worship, T-Station, University
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Fees

  • Association Fee: $1,095.74 Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 4
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street,Front,Back,Garden)
  • Exterior Features: Patio

Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,717
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 851
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: W:09 P:00982 S:016,3348098
  • Tax Annual Amount: $15,999.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,381,600.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,717
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: N
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Rooms Total: 8

Parking

Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned
  • Parking Total: 1

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information, and the Images, are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing, leasing or renting listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing, leasing or renting. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information, or as to the accuracy of any of the Images, set forth herein.

Full MLS Disclaimers

Rebate estimate is indicative only and based on listing price and estimated buyer's agent commission paid by owner, if applicable. Final rebates are subject to Terms of Use and may vary due to final negotiated transaction terms.