Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 2 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 3 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 4 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 5 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 6 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 7 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 8 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 9 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 10 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 11 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 12 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 13 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 14 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 15 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 16 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 17 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 18 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 19 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 20 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 21 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 22 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 23 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 24 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 25 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 26 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 27 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 28 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 29 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 30 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 31 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 32 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 33 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 34 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 35 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 36 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 37 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 38 of 39
Single Family Residence at 519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127, Boston, photo 39 of 39
39 photos

$1,225,000

519 E 5th Street, Boston MA 02127
Boston, MA 02127
Listed by Mary Kelly
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
1,400 sqft
Year built
1890

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully updated single-family home in the heart of South Boston, offering the space, flexibility, and location buyers are looking for. With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a walk-out basement ready to be finished, this townhouse-style home offers plenty of room to live, work, relax, and entertain. The main level features soaring ceilings, a spacious living room, and a bright, updated eat-in kitchen with a center island and stainless steel appliances. Just off the kitchen, the rear deck provides the perfect spot for morning coffee, summer dinners, or gathering with friends. Upstairs, the second floor offers two generously sized bedrooms, an updated full bathroom, and a dedicated laundry area for added convenience. The third floor includes two additional bedrooms, a fully updated full bathroom, and a separate half bath. Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the home, adding warmth and character to the space. The walk-out basement offers an exciting opportunity to create even more living space, a home office, gym, playroom, or whatever best fits your needs. Newer furnace Enjoy all that South Boston has to offer, with the beach, public parks, Castle Island, and public transportation just blocks away. The Seaport, Logan Airport, and major highways including I-90 and I-93 are also easily accessible. A wonderful opportunity to own a spacious, updated single-family home in one of Boston’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods.

Property details

MLS #
73574229
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
33
On market date
September 9, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.02 acres
Loading map…

Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Joseph P Tynan
0.06 mi away · Grades -1-6
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
214
Student:teacher ratio
8.2:1
District
Boston
MiddleCharter
UP Academy Charter School of Boston
0.57 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
317
Student:teacher ratio
10.2:1
District
UP Academy Charter School of Boston (District)
High
Excel High School
0.27 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
439
Student:teacher ratio
10.5:1
District
Boston

Walkability

Blended score for Boston's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

83
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
14.3 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores16
Parks20
Schools12
Transit stops20
Pharmacies4

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Boston, from live MLS data.

On the market 33 days -- 87 fewer days than Boston's current average of 120 days.
For reference, the median list price across 8,628 active listings in Boston right now is $49,000.

Mortgage calculator

Estimate only - actual rate and payment depend on your lender, credit, and loan program.

$
%
%
Adjust tax / insurance estimates
% / yr
$
/mo
Est. monthly payment
$7,527/mo
$245,000 down
$980,000 loan
Principal & interest$6,356
Property tax (est.)$1,021
Home insurance (est.)$150

Similar homes you might like

Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 22 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.