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Stunning penthouse-duplex in a 4 unit brick brownstone in Boston's historic South End. Gut renovated in 2013 this 2 bed + office, 2 full bath home blends classic charm with modern luxury. Features include, hardwood floors throughout, central air, wood burning fireplace and abundant custom built-ins and storage. Open living/dining flows into a chef's kitchen with custom cabinets,Thermador and Bosch appliances, double dishwasher and pantry with a full size W/D with a steam feature. Private deck off the kitchen is perfect for entertaining. Primary suite offers skylights, ensuite spa-like bath and a second private deck. Separate office/ library offers flexible space for work or relaxation. Pet friendly 100% owner occupied association. New roof, windows,HVAC, 100 gallon water tank and other building improvements as well as deeded roof rights. Rented garage parking available for transfer nearby. Prime location close to top dining, shopping or parks.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms2
  • Mls StatusActive
  • Bathroom2
  • Parcel Number 3392814
  • Unit Number4

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $1,812,200
  • Tax Year 2025
  • Taxes$20,985

Parking

  • Parking Spaces1
  • Covered Spaces 1
  • Garage YN Yes
  • Parking Features Rented

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 2
  • Bedroom 2 Second
  • Dining Room First
  • Full Bath2
  • Kitchen First
  • Living Room First
  • Master Bedroom Second
  • Office First

Basic Information

  • List Price$1,995,000
  • MLS Number73503372
  • Modification Date05/18/2026
  • Property SubTypeCondominium
  • Virtual TourView Tour

Location

  • NeighborhoodSouth End
  • SubdivisionSouth End
  • Address499 Shawmut Avenue
  • Building Number499
  • CountySuffolk
  • StateMA
  • StreetShawmut Avenue
  • TownBoston
  • Zip02118

Building

  • BasementN
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Common Walls No One Above
  • Construction Materials Brick
  • Entry Level 4
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 1
  • Garage Spaces1
  • Patio And Porch Features Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, Covered
  • Rooms6
  • Stories2
  • Utilities For Gas Range
  • Year Built1899
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Effective 1995
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Interior

  • Flooring Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features Office

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, Covered Patio/Deck

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Baseboard
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,772
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 1,772
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Property Attached YN Yes
  • Structure Type Rowhouse, Brownstone, Duplex

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • T-Station
    • University
  • Appliances IncludedRange, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Other AmenitiesFireplace
  • PetsYes
  • Security Features Intercom

Legal

  • ZoningCD

Other

  • Association Fee $683
  • Association Fee Frequency Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Maintenance Structure
  • Date Listed04/17/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count2

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Listed by Mary Ann Tecce of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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