Home Buying

What $500,000 will buy you right now all over Greater Boston

Would you prefer a condo in the Charlestown Navy Yard or a single-family home in Newburyport?

16 54th St. in Newburyport is listed for $519,000. via MLS

January 5, 2017

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Would you prefer a condo in the Charlestown Navy Yard or a single-family home in Newburyport? You can get each for around half a million dollars.

Here are five homes—including those two—that you can get for about $500,000, ordered from highest price per square foot to lowest.

42 8th St., Charlestown, Boston
$507,000
One bedroom
701 square feet
$723.25 per square foot

This corner unit in the Charlestown Navy Yard has floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed brick, and stainless steel appliances. The condo building’s amenities include a 24/7 concierge, an outdoor pool, and a grill area.

186-188 Paris St., East Boston, Boston
$510,000
Two bedrooms
954 square feet
$534.59 per square foot

This modern condo in East Boston has hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings, Bosch stainless steel appliances, and an electric fireplace. Oh, and a private balcony.

16 54th St., Newburyport
$519,000
Two bedrooms
1,206 square feet
$430.35 per square foot

Considering that this single-family home is just steps to the ocean in Newburyport, it makes sense that it features water views throughout. The listing notes that the house could provide the owner with a rental opportunity because the bedrooms sleep eight people total. Outside, you’ll find a fully-insulated wraparound porch and an outdoor shower.

6 Sweetwater Way, Hopkinton
$503,285
Two bedrooms
1,745 square feet
$288.42 per square foot

When you enter this condo, you’ll notice a two-story foyer, along with large windows and a great deal of natural light. An eat-in kitchen opens up into a formal dining room. A large deck is perfect for summer days and nights.

11 Sutton Pl., #11, Swampscott
$525,000
Three bedrooms
1,880 square feet
$279.26 per square foot

Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, this updated condo close to the beach features hardwood floors, an eat-in kitchen, and a gas fireplace. The home also has a deck with a retractable shade and a good-sized yard.