South End

South End Quick Guide

About South End

The South End is a Boston, Massachusetts neighborhood, bordered by Roxbury, Chinatown and the Back Bay. It easily is accessible by taking either the Silver, Green or Orange lines which are going to leave you in close proximity of the neighborhood.

Once a freer spirited alternative to the Back Bay and downtown, in recent years the South End has become amongst Boston’s most popular communities. The neighborhood has recently attracted a diverse mixture of families, young professionals, joining the vibrant lesbian and gay population who pioneered the Boston Landmark District. You’ll be certain to see the South End’s renowned Victorian homes and brownstone buildings while strolling along Massachusetts Avenue, Columbus Avenue and Tremont Street. Also, small business owners appreciate the South End’s amenities and are supported by the award-winning Washington Gateway Main Streets Plan. A handful of the city’s finest restaurants, almost 30 parks, and thriving arts community additionally refer to the South End as home.

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Raised Ranch on a corner lot. This home was completed in 2018 when the seller purchased it. Nice fenced in backyard, ideal for family gathering and for pets to run free. This property features finished lower level great for growing family or in-law setup, a one car garage with driveway for one car and possible expansion.

$339,900 Active

535 S. Second St New Bedford, Massachusetts

3 Beds 1 Baths 1,330 SqFt 0.100 Acres

An oasis in the city! Totally renovated in 2018, this rare single family townhouse is tucked away on a private brick courtyard in Bay Village with parking at your front door. The gracious floor plan provides the sought after kitchen, dining and living on one level, with a convenient half bath. The kitchen is a cook's dream with custom cabinetry, Taj Mahal Quartzite counters with leathered finish, gas cooking (Bertazzoni range) and Fisher Paykel refrigerator. The kitchen leads to inviting dining room with original marble fireplace. The front living room is a wonderful place for guests and overlooks the brick courtyard. The second floor guest level has two bedrooms, an additional family room with fireplace, and a beautiful all tile bathroom with Porcelanosa fixtures. The top floor master suite includes a sitting area and walk-out Ipe wood deck overlooking Elliot Norton Park. The basement provides great storage and laundry area. Three zones of heating and a/c. Tankless hot water system.

$2,399,000 Active

4 Lyndeboro Place Boston, Massachusetts

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,341 SqFt 0.020 Acres

****BACK ON MARKET 7/6****ATTENTION INVESTORS/DEVELOPERS**** Unique opportunity to purchase a vacant (zoned) 4-unit building on the East Side of West Newton Street w/ 2 parking spaces. Walk-in at street level ~ 3100 square feet of living space. Four floor-through 1 bedrooms 1 bath units with good ceiling height, hardwood floors, and some original detail still in tact. Ideally situated with bay windows/living rooms with western exposure and rear of the building/bedrooms areas facing east. Additional bay windows on the rear of the building on floors 2,3 and 4 (no rear bay on basement and unit1). Two Full parking spots behind the building. Amazing location on West Newton Street - steps to Back Bay Station, a block from Titus Sparrow Park, around the corner from Petit Robert, Convenient Store, Barbershops/salons, Prudential, Copley and much more!

$2,560,000 Active

131 W. Newton Street SF Boston, Massachusetts

5 Beds 5 Baths 3,145 SqFt 2,295.680 Acres

South End townhouse with street level one bedroom apartment. Owner's upper triplex with grand parlor level kitchen, dining & living level with original Victorian detail throughout; ornate plaster moldings, marble mantels and wood door & window casings. Beautiful formal dining room leads to custom kitchen with all stainless appliances & great storage. The living room is open & bright leading directly onto a large deck that enjoys Western exposure sunlight & has direct access to the garden & parking. The second floor bedroom level has two generous bedrooms with great closet space. The full bathroom is all tile with a deep soaking tub. The third floor opens to an inviting family room with a wall of windows & large skylight. The top floor bedroom is a private oasis with adjacent full bath with beautiful custom tile work & glass enclosed shower. The apartment has a private entrance & is ideal for home office, au pair or income. There is a full basement leading to the deep garden & parking.

$3,595,000 Active

140 W Newton Street Boston, Massachusetts

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,387 SqFt 0.040 Acres

Be prepared to be AWED. Brokers OH Thursday 4-6 pm! Welcome to historic Worcester Square. The quintessential Boston neighborhood. Beautiful brick townhouses line the streets and 5 Worcester Square is the iconic urban design that epitomizes the South End. This SF home boasts six levels of living space, 24 feet in width, with ceiling heights up to 11 1/2 feet. Featuring five large bedrooms, three full baths, 5 half-baths, 7 marble fireplace mantels, 3 offices, hardwood floors, central air and generous sized rooms throughout. Greek revival moldings and detail adorn the living room, dining room and the elegant library. Kitchen is suited for a professional chef! This awe inspiring kitchen features professional appliances, period cabinet work, soapstone counter tops, a marble topped island and pantries for ample storage. Ideally close to boutique shops, great restaurants, bars and the SoWa art district. Minutes walk to your favorite sites.

$4,199,000 Active

5 Worcester Sq Boston, Massachusetts

6 Beds 8 Baths 5,808 SqFt 0.050 Acres

Come visit this pristine, sun-filled SF home in the middle of a coveted block in the South End. Fantastic ceiling height, large windows, gas fireplace and custom built-ins on a completely wide open parlor floor make for a striking entertaining space. The chef's kitchen, featuring Sub-Zero /Miele /Wolf appliances, has a spacious walkout terrace with a gas line for grilling. The kitchen leads right into the open dining area that can host large parties. There are two large guest rooms with generous closets and a full marble bath with W/D. The expansive master bath has marble floors, Ann Sacks tiles and Kallista faucets. There is a cedar walk-in closet and the bedroom space is large enough for a King-sized bed. There is a full staircase to the roof deck which offers 360 degree views of the city, Sonos speakers, water and lighting. There is also a 4th BR suite on the garden floor with a kitchenette, family room and separate entrance leading to an outdoor area & parking with electric charger

$4,299,000 Active

141 West Newton Street Boston, Massachusetts

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,457 SqFt 0.030 Acres

Outstanding new construction single family home with one of the best addresses in the South End! With three outdoor spaces overlooking the extra-wide and tree-filled West Brookline/West Canton alley, two parking spaces and an amazing floor plan designed for casual entertaining. With three bedrooms and an open study/media room on the top floor that can double as a guest suite/fourth bedroom with a full bath. The eat-in kitchen opens directly onto a porch with a gas hookup for outdoor grilling. The kitchen has two Wolf wall ovens, a gas Wolf cooktop and a Wolf induction cooktop. The living room/family room has a gas fireplace, a bar with refrigerator, and a wall of glass opening out to a large deck. The master suite has ample closet space and a gorgeous bath with a double vanity and walk-in shower. The top floor office/media room has high ceilings, a gas fireplace, bar area with refrigerator, and a walk-out deck with skyline views. With every amenity, this one checks every box!

$4,595,000 Active

161 West Brookline Street Boston, Massachusetts

3 Beds 4 Baths 3,035 SqFt 0.030 Acres

Rare opportunity to acquire a townhouse with legal income unit which strikes a perfect balance between traditional craftsmanship and modern amenities. Utilizing a first floor layout which is a staggering 70 feet in depth, this home boasts spacious entertaining rooms and a flexible layout which leave little for one to wish for. The living room, dining room and main foyer are all equipped with fireplaces. No expense has been spared on the features and finishes of this home. In addition to 3 outdoor spaces and a heated, garage, other amenities include the programmable Litetouch lighting system throughout, structured cable system and hardwired speakers in the entertaining rooms, master bedroom & master bath. The lower level features a private suite with full kitchen, bath and a private entrance. Due to the home’s size, there is a main kitchen and two kitchenettes as well as two laundry areas. Covid-19 guidelines to be observed during viewings.

$4,595,000 Active

199 Saint Botolph St Boston, Massachusetts

4 Beds 5 Baths 4,500 SqFt 0.050 Acres

Historic 2017 residence is one of 6 units masterfully converted within the 1863 New Hope Baptist Church at the corner of Tremont & Worcester. It boasts 3 levels of living space with exquisite detail, 3/4-bed, 4.5-baths, a private 275' deck w/direct access to 2 car garage. The corner townhouse offers Style, Sophistication & Class with the feel of a single family. Magnificent architectural details include walls of Puddingtone, 12' ceilings, contemporary open concept floor plan & modern 8" white European White Oak floors throughout. Private wrought iron gate entrance w/original arched doors. Custom kitchen w/a plethora of storage, top-of-the-line appliances, honed Carrara marble peninsula. King-size owner suite in the original Clock Tower, 16' ceilings, surrounded by Puddingstone walls & gothic style windows, walk-in closet, spa like bath w/skylight. Guest rooms each w/en-suite baths. Home office, game room w/wet bar, family room/4th bedroom & bath, complete this exceptional space!

$5,198,000 Active

730 Tremont Street 1 Boston, Massachusetts

3 Beds 5 Baths 3,719 SqFt 0.470 Acres

Beautifully renovated single family home! Centrally located in the heart of the South End. Open parlor level kitchen dining and living level, with soaring ceilings, great natural light and Victorian details blended with a modern decor. Chef's kitchen with Sub-Zero, vented Thermador gas cook top and oven and built-in speed oven/microwave. Third floor bedroom level with two large bedrooms and study. Just renovated full bath with deep tub/shower. Master suite level with spa like bathroom, glass enclosed shower, double vanity and heated floor. Custom walk-in closets and adjacent home office or nursery. Full stairs to roof-deck with hot-tub finished in ipe hardwood. Convenient street level entrance with storage for bikes and strollers. Guest suite with full bath, ideal for au-pair. Library with custom built-ins, 1,200 bottle wine storage and balcony. Garden level family room with wet bar and retractable doors opening to a deep garden. In home gym. Carport for two cars with heated surface.

$5,495,000 Active

152 W Newton St Boston, Massachusetts

5 Beds 4 Baths 4,026 SqFt 0.040 Acres

Impeccably maintained corner single family house across the street from Hayes Park with three sunny exposures and amazing views, 2003-2007 full-gut renovation. Sumptuous woodwork, architectural details and design elements echo the house's historical origins, with an elegant parlor/dining room with wet bar, perfect for entertaining. First floor with street level entrance, coat room, family room and gorgeous kitchen with Sub-Zero, Thermidor and Miele appliances that opens directly to a spacious deck and one of the South End's largest and loveliest gardens that makes it easy to play and entertain. Full floor main bedroom suite with working fireplace, study/nursery, huge closet area and bath with soaking tub and shower. The top floor has two large bedrooms, two full baths and a large laundry room, linen closet and kitchenette. The finished garden level has an office/gym that can be used as a guest suite, full bath, sauna and storage. Smart lighting and Sonos throughout the house.

$5,499,000 Active

182 West Canton Boston, Massachusetts

4 Beds 5 Baths 4,300 SqFt 0.050 Acres

Stylish elegance and resort-inspired luxuries define this sophisticated South End residence on a prime block of a quiet tree-canopied street just steps from vibrant dining, shopping and culture.Staying true to its historic character, this stately townhouse has been meticulously restored and renovated, highlighting beautiful fireplaces and millwork while giving a fresh take on tradition. Tall bow and bay windows maximize the natural light and leafy views. The impressive entertaining spaces are served by a butlers pantry and renovated gourmet kitchen. 3 +bedroom suites feature luxe full-floor master quarters with a dressing room and radiant- heated marble bath. Along with the rarity of 2 car garage parking, 2 exterior spots there are 2 outdoor living spaces- sunny garden terrace off the kitchen and fabulous roof deck with panoramas of the skyline and glittering night lights giving the feel of resort living in this one-of-a-kind oasis in the heart of the city!

$6,000,000 Active

146 W Canton St Boston, Massachusetts

3 Beds 5 Baths 3,500 SqFt 0.040 Acres

One of Boston's most outstanding single family renovations. This elegant modernist residence has five floors, three terraces and a garden, four large bedrooms (potential for five), three and a half baths and two full parking spaces. Three of the house's five floors are extended at the rear, making a larger set of rooms than normally possible. The house has every amenity, from whole house water filtration and sound/video and alarm systems to custom made mahogany windows, in addition to beautifully detailed custom cabinetry and hardware throughout. The living room and library have ceilings of over 10 feet with floor to ceiling windows, a walk-out terrace, a wood-burning fireplace and a wet bar. The eat-in kitchen has a wall of French doors that open out to a terrace, ideal for outdoor dining, as well as direct access to the parking. The full-floor primary suite has a private terrace and the garden level has a guest suite with a full kitchen, a custom wine cellar and ample storage.

$6,795,000 Active

146 W Newton Street Boston, Massachusetts

5 Beds 4 Baths 4,535 SqFt 0.040 Acres

Exclusive townhouse located in the South End’s famed Union Park, one of Boston’s most sought after addresses. This magnificent home provides an astonishing combination of historic architecture, artfully infused with contemporary design—something not so easily done—all with masterful attention to finishes and layout. The exceptionally wide family-friendly floor plan includes an oversized garden patio, roof deck & stunning double-height windows in the main living areas allowing for an abundance of natural light. Spectacular, front-facing living room and gourmet eat-in kitchen with adjacent formal dining room and walkout deck. On the garden level, a family/media room, unrivaled by any other in the South End, boasts extensive built-ins and exposed brick. Additional features include textured plaster walls, Waterworks fixtures, mudroom, home office and wide plank oak floors throughout. This architecturally significant home is unparalleled, offering something special for the discerning buyer.

$9,950,000 Active

5 Union Park Boston, Massachusetts

4 Beds 7 Baths 6,836 SqFt 0.060 Acres