$525,000
SOLD JUL 12, 2023
-- Bed
1 Bath
455 Sq Ft
$490/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,154 Per Sq Ft

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • 5-minute walk to Charles/Mgh Station
  • City View
  • Marina
  • Medical Services
  • Deck

About This Home

As of July 2023

Penthouse studio at The River House, a full-service, 24-hour concierge bldg located on the flat of Boston’s historic Beacon Hill neighborhood. This tranquil 7th floor gem is highlighted by its picture window & functional layout which provides ample space for living, sleeping & dining. The galley kitchen w/window offers sufficient space to expand & further customize. Bathroom is outfitted w/a tiled bath, ceramic tub, pedestal sink & medicine cabinet. Exceptional storage, incl. 2 large closets & over closet storage. The elegant & extraordinarily well-maintained common spaces incl a large common roof deck w/spectacular views of the Charles River, a resident courtyard/garden & meticulous basement w/large laundry room, private storage, bike storage & on-site management. Bldg amenities incl. Amazon Hub package service, elevators & 15-min. front door valet space. Pet friendly. A+ location off Charles St, the Red Line w/in 3 blocks & close proximity to Public Gardens/Commons, MGH & Cambridge.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Glovsky

The Charles Realty Listed on: 05/30/2023

Co-Listed By

Nathalie Grenet

The Charles Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Peter Given

The Charles Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,097

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

HOA Fees

  • $490 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 455 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Tile Flooring
  • City Views

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Additional Features

  • Green Energy Flooring
  • Deck
  • Garden

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02442 S:416,3354495

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, security, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 220 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Medical Services
  • Community Garden
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,097

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$490 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 7
  • Transaction Broker: 1.0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Renewable/Sustainable Flooring Materials
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 455
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB9906
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1153.85
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1153.85
  • MAIN SO: BB9906

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Roof: Rubber
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Concierge
  • Water Source: Public
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage, Garden Area
  • Association Fee: 490
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 716
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - On Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02442 S:416,3354495
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.01
  • Lot Size Area: 0.01
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 455
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 213
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5097
  • Tax Book Number: 56186

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 220
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 117

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2023
Closed on
Jul 12, 2023
Sold by
Lally Botsford Ft and Lally
Bought by
De Deoliverira-Pena J and De Mendonca Jose
Seller's Agent
Sarah Glovsky
The Charles Realty
Buyer's Agent
Peter Given
The Charles Realty
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$525,000
Views
60
Current Estimated Value
$583,576

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$58,576
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2021
Sold by
Lally Susan E and Botsford Priscilla A
Bought by
Lally Botsford Ft 2021 and Lally

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2004
Sold by
Geneen Judith L
Bought by
Rinkle Roy D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$233,700
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2000
Sold by
Patience Rt and Cooper
Bought by
Geneen Judith L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,800
Interest Rate
7.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 1999
Sold by
Arking Edward
Bought by
Cooper Richard and Waldman Frederick
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $525,000 None Available
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Deed $275,000 --
Warranty Deed $206,000 --
Deed $35,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $260,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $84,300 No Value Available
Previous Owner $233,700 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $164,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/18/2023 09/18/23 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
09/18/2023 09/18/23 Under Contract -- -- --
09/05/2023 09/05/23 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
07/12/2023 07/12/23 Sold $525,000 0.0% $1,154 / Sq Ft
06/23/2023 06/23/23 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2023 06/13/23 For Sale $525,000 0.0% $1,154 / Sq Ft
06/02/2023 06/02/23 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2023 05/30/23 For Sale $525,000 +14.1% $1,154 / Sq Ft
05/26/2016 05/26/16 Sold $460,000 +15.3% $1,011 / Sq Ft
04/28/2016 04/28/16 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2016 04/25/16 For Sale $399,000 0.0% $877 / Sq Ft
09/11/2015 09/11/15 Rented $2,000 -16.7% --
08/31/2015 08/31/15 Under Contract -- -- --
08/08/2015 08/08/15 For Rent $2,400 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,773 $498,500 $0 $498,500
2024 $5,173 $474,600 $0 $474,600
2023 $5,097 $474,600 $0 $474,600
2022 $5,065 $465,500 $0 $465,500
2021 $4,869 $456,300 $0 $456,300
2020 $4,514 $427,500 $0 $427,500
2019 $4,251 $403,300 $0 $403,300
2018 $3,986 $380,300 $0 $380,300
2017 $4,305 $406,500 $0 $406,500
2016 $4,299 $390,800 $0 $390,800
2015 $4,444 $367,000 $0 $367,000
2014 $4,316 $343,100 $0 $343,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73117358

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002442-000416