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281 1/2 Main Street

Charlestown, Boston, MA 02129
$1,195,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,293 Living Area
  • Property Description
    Tucked away just behind the energy and convenience of Main Street, this charming single-family home beautifully blends antique character with thoughtful modern updates and amenities. Ideally located near Rt. 93, Assembly Row, the Orange Line, Whole Foods, Hood Park/Cambridge Crossing and popular neighborhood restaurants and shops like Monument, Junebug, Monroe Home and La Saison Bakery, this home offers both a peaceful setting and easy access to everything you need. The gut-renovated kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring Brazilian White Pearl quartzite countertops, custom hickory cabinetry, Bosch stainless steel appliances and a sun-filled bump-out with floor-to-ceiling windows. French doors in the living area open to a private patio/courtyard that wraps around the side of the home creating a wonderful extension of the living space for outdoor entertaining. The second-floor offers expansive, flexible space with a separate nook ideal for a home office along with an additional living area, full bathroom and laundry. The top floor features a primary bedroom with skylight and a second bedroom being used as a nursery with a beautifully renovated Jack-and-Jill bathroom. Additional features include 3 ductless mini-split systems for air conditioning, a new Burnham gas-fired boiler and ample basement storage. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the character of a classic single-family home with the comfort, flexibility and upgrades of modern living.
  • Highlights
    • Area: Charlestown
    • Heating: Hot Water, Ductless
    • Property Type: Single Family Residence
    • Total Rooms: 8
    • Status: Active
    • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
    • Property Class: Residential
    • Style: Other (See Remarks)
    • Year Built: 1920
  • Additional Details
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer
    • Construction: Frame
    • Fireplaces: 2
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Rubber
    • Year Built Details: Approximate
    • Zoning: Res
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Exterior Features: Patio
    • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
    • Lot Features: Other
    • SqFt Source: Public Record
    • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Amenities
    • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
    • Parking Features: On Street
  • Utilities
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water Source: Public
  • Fees / Taxes
    • Assessed Value: $1,099,700
    • Taxes: $9,362
    • Tax Year: 2026

Location

281 1/2 Main Street, Boston, MA 02129

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