One of the best ways to learn about the Boston condo market (or any local real estate market for that matter) is to actually look at what type of properties you can get in a particular price range.  So I want to give you a look at what you can get for the money in the South End in this post. 

I decided to go with South End condos around $400,000 for this "window into the market" because the sub-$400K market in the South End has been very busy lately.  Many buyers are taking advantage of the $8,000 first time homebuyer tax credit and historically low mortgage interest rates now in the 4% range.  In the past 2 months there have been 32 South End condos below $425,000 that have sold or gone under agreement in the past 2 months.  With 46 condos for sale in the South End currently, that's only a 3 month supply of inventory on the market in that price range!

And if you're not in the $400,000 price range, you can also search our terrific new Google powered multiple listing search engine to find all available South End condos or Back Bay condos (or any other area, but that ought to get you started - try it out and let me know what you think- no login required).

Otherwise, enjoy these selections:

South End Condo: 139 E. Berkeley-Unit 201

$399,000 (1 bed, 1 bath-840 sq ft)

Finally an open modern loft with a true separate sunny bedroom. All within a beautiful 2003 new-construction, small boutique loft building. In the South End’s vibrant SOWA arts district. Steps to dining, shopping and silver line. Living/dining with soaring ceilings and floor to ceiling windows. Open granite/stainless kitchen with breakfast bar & gas cooking. Sunny, large bedroom with floor to ceiling windows. Bath with jetted tub. Gas heat. C/A. W/D. Elevator. Common roof deck w/ city views. (Description from MLSPin, courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro)

South End Condo: 55 Warren Ave-Unit 12

$399,000 (1 bed, 1 bath-525 sq ft)

Beautifully renovated,sun-filled 1 bedroom ideally located in the South End across from the Boston Ballet. This lovely second floor unit has high ceilings, a well- designed floor plan, and a dining area with exposed brick. It is complete with granite countertops,stainless steel appliances,All-In-One washer/dryer,wood-burning fireplace,maple floors,and access to common storage. Located just steps from restaurants,shopping, and public transportation - Perfect for city living! (Description from MLSPin, courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro)

South End Condo: 90 Wareham Street-Unit 209

$412,000 (1 bed, 1 bath-815 sq ft)

The lofts offer original beam, brick façade & great city views. This condo is a corner unit and lays out very nicely for a one bedroom and has spectacular city views of the Hancock Building! Complete with maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, W&D hookups & great natural light through several large windows. Located in the South End steps from the Gaslight Restaurant & Boston Sports Club. Convenient access to 93 N&S, MassPike, the Ted Williams Tunnel. Parking Available(Description from MLSPin, courtesy of The 1850 Sales Office)

South End Condo: 469 Shawmut Ave-Unit 8

$419,000 (1 bed, 1 bath-572 sq ft)

PERFECT!! Unique turn-key 1 BR Penthouse unit in 10 unit bldg. on quiet Shawmut Ave.in heart of South End. Great city views of S.End and Back Bay through oversized windows. High ceilings, walk-in closet, recessed lighting, hardwood floors,base. storage & laun. High end kit. w. stainless steel appliances, granite counter-tops, etc. Ceramic tile and granite bath. Access to spacious roof deck. Easy parking. Low condo fee incl. HEAT and HW. Self-managed..100% owner occupied. Furniture negotiable. (Description from MLSPin, courtesy of Barry Realty)

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