The curious case of disappearing Boston condos has been on the minds of many this year, especially for buyers who are recognizing the lowest inventory Boston has witnessed since 2004. Even with an  8.8% tax increase in 2013 that will affect some  potential sellers, property owners are choosing to keep their homes to themselves. We can’t blame them considering property values are rising again. Even Boston real estate luxury market sales (sales above $1 million) have increased 25% over last year.

With that being said, it’s clearly a seller’s market in Boston right now. Buyers are having to act fast when finding their dream home or investment. With educated buyers and low inventory, the average days on market as of August was 76 days (compared to 71 days in July which was the lowest in 6 1/2 years). Just when you thought you were playing tug-a-war in today’s real estate market, these popular homes only got one day to play. What a tough life!

Condos (in the last month) that Sold in 1 Day

141 Dorchester Avenue #1006, South Boston – Boston, MA

Description: Spacious studio layout with open concept. Bamboo hardwood flooring throughout. Stainless steel appliances and stone counter tops. Modern baths with stone counter tops  Washer/dryer in unit. One deeded parking spot included! Building amenities include: 24/7 concierge, gym facility, common bike storage, screening room, and outdoor pool terrace with heated lap pool, BBQs, and free WiFi internet. 804 sq. ft. ($496.27/sq. ft.)

1576 Commonwealth Avenue #16 – Brighton, MA

Description: Sunny top floor studio in great building in Washington Square Condominiums. Freshly painted, shining hardwood floors,  separate kitchen and bath. 310 sq. ft. ($419.35/sq. ft.)

483 Beacon Street #46, Back Bay – Boston, MA

Description: Amazing corner one bedroom on sunny South East corner with high ceilings, hardwood floors (all newly refinished), new windows in living room, and much more.  Bathroom with granite wall accents and floor. Elevator building, pet friendly. 475 sq. ft. ($768.42/sq. ft.)

566 Commonwealth Ave. #804, Kenmore Square – Boston, MA

Description: Bright SW facing large renovated STUDIO in a LUXURY ELEVATOR BLDG in revitalized Kenmore Sq. This updated unit is complete with new hard wood floors, central A/C, with a wall of fl to ceiling windows. Peer into FENWAY PARK from your private balcony. Co-op fee includes RE Taxes, 24/hr concierge, blanket bldg mortgage, cable, heat/hot water, extra interior maintenance, common laundry. Steps away from restaurants, nightlife, movies, the T, The Esplanade and shopping. Dry cleaning service in bldg. 600 sq. ft. ($333.33/sq. ft.)