The fast-changing South End is one of the more desirable neighborhoods in the Boston area, what with its mix of restaurants, retailers, parks, and other amenities. Then there’s the mix of housing, which this weekend’s open house tour reflects.
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7 South End open houses this weekend for $1 million-plus each
Few neighborhoods in the Boston region can boast both historic brownstones and fresh condos

418 Columbus Avenue, #3
Open house: Sunday, 12:30-2 p.m.
Price: $1,295,000
Size: 2-BR, 1.5-BA
Square footage: 1,274
The pitch: “Penthouse duplex has an open living floor plan on the main level and separate sleeping area on the second level.”
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43 Upton Street, #4
Open house: Saturday, 12-2 p.m.; Sunday, 12-2 p.m.
Price: $1,625,000
Size: 3-BR, 2-BA
Square footage: 1,755
The pitch: “Tucked off of South End’s ‘Restaurant Row,’ this duplex retains its original, classic architectural elements such as tall ceilings, bowfront window, crown molding, and fireplace with marble mantle.”
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41 Upton Street, #3
Open house: Saturday, 12-2 p.m.; Sunday, 12-2 p.m.
Price: $1,600,000
Size: 2-BR, 1.5-BA
Square footage: 1,750
The pitch: “Located in Union Park, this penthouse duplex has private rooftop access, multiple fireplaces, and additional storage available in the building.”
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1313 Washington Street, #606
Open house: Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Price: $1,750,000
Size: 2-BR, 2-BA
Square footage: 1,819
The pitch: “This renovated Wilkes Passage loft features a wall of windows, polished concrete floors and custom cabinetry, and a foyer entryway, with marble floors that leads to an open great room.”
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700 Harrison Avenue, #315
Open house: Saturday, 12-1:30 p.m.; Sunday, 12:30-2 p.m.
Price: $1,185,000
Size: 2-BR, 2-BA
Square footage: 1,251
The pitch: “Bright corner unit with open living-dining features 9 foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling south and west-facing windows, and overlooks beautiful gardens.”
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21 Father Francis Gilday Street, #313
Open house: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Price: $1,465,000
Size: 2-BR, 2-BA
Square footage: 1,291
The pitch: “Custom-renovated unit in the Penmark building features a master suite with balcony, floor to ceiling windows, and walnut flooring.”
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37 Worcester Square, #1
Open house: Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Price: $1,499,000
Size: 2-BR, 2-BA
Square footage: 1,845
The pitch: “Recently renovated, this condo has an updated contemporary kitchen, new mechanical systems, and a private garden with direct access to off-street parking.”
Note: All photos via listing brokers or brokerages, which are linked to where possible.
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