Seller's Agent in 2025
Brenda vanderMerwe
Hammond Residential Real Estate
(617) 731-4644
133 Total Sales
SOLD FEB 10, 2017
RENTED SEP 1, 2025
15 Harvard St Unit 3 Charlestown, MA 02129
Thompson Square-Bunker Hill Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,651
Sq Ft
1835
Built
About This Home
As of February 2017Gorgeous penthouse duplex in the historic 1835 William Henry House on Harvard Street, a coveted gas light location. Its architecturally elegant winding staircase leads to an open living area with its gleaming floors and fireplace. The condo has hardwood floors throughout and is flooded with light from its numerous windows/ skylights. Large eat-in kitchen with custom wainscoting and cabinetry, stainless appliances and granite countertops. Bedroom/bath suites on both levels with additional bedroom and bath- all with walk-in closets. Deeded storage in the basement. W/D in unit and central AC. Garage parking is available in the neighborhood. Convenient to Whole Foods, mass transportation, highways and the city! A true beauty.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Nancy Soisson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 09/07/2016
Property Details
Home Type
Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
$15,333
Year Built
1835
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Unit Level: 3
- Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
- Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
- Other Agent: 2.50
- Lead Paint: Unknown
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Condos
- Year Built: 1835
Interior Features
- Fireplaces: 1
- Has Basement: Yes
- Fireplaces: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Yes
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Tennis Court, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Marina, T-Station
- Flooring: Marble, Hardwood
- No Living Levels: 2
Exterior Features
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior: Brick
- Exterior Unit Features: Other (See Remarks)
Garage/Parking
- Garage Parking: Assigned
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking: Rented
- Parking Spaces: 1
Utilities
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heating: Forced Air, Gas
- Cooling Zones: 1
- Heat Zones: 1
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Water: City/Town Water
Condo/Co-op/Association
- Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance
- Association Security: Intercom
- Management: Owner Association
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- No Units: 3
- Unit Building: 3
Fee Information
- Fee Interval: Monthly
Lot Info
- Zoning: res
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 7, 2016
Closed on
Feb 10, 2017
Sold by
Farber Lynn and Farber Aaron
Bought by
Wu Dehua and Yamaoka Noriko
Seller's Agent
Nancy Soisson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Brenda vanderMerwe
Hammond Residential Real Estate
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$915,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-3.58%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$654,260
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.44%
Original Mortgage
$424,000
Outstanding Balance
$352,227
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,217,033
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 29, 2013
Closed on
Nov 15, 2013
Sold by
Vreeken Rebecca A
Bought by
Farber Lynn and Farber Aaron
Seller's Agent
Carol Adolph
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Elaine Dolley
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$820,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.61%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.35%
Original Mortgage
$656,000
Interest Rate
4.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 2003
Sold by
Premier Dev Inc
Bought by
Vreeken Rebecca A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$496,000
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $915,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $820,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $620,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $424,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $656,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $496,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2025 09/01/25 | Rented | $5,000 | +4.2% | -- | |
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Off Market | $4,800 | -- | -- | |
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/12/2025 07/12/25 | For Rent | $5,000 | +4.2% | -- | |
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | For Rent | $4,800 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 09/01/2023 09/01/23 | Rented | $4,800 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/07/2023 07/07/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/08/2023 06/08/23 | For Rent | $4,800 | +14.3% | -- | |
| 09/01/2020 09/01/20 | Rented | $4,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 06/20/2020 06/20/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/16/2020 06/16/20 | For Rent | $4,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 09/01/2019 09/01/19 | Rented | $4,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/24/2019 05/24/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/13/2019 05/13/19 | For Rent | $4,200 | +5.0% | -- | |
| 04/15/2017 04/15/17 | Rented | $4,000 | -4.8% | -- | |
| 03/29/2017 03/29/17 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/11/2017 02/11/17 | For Rent | $4,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 02/10/2017 02/10/17 | Sold | $915,000 | -3.6% | $554 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/19/2016 12/19/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/07/2016 09/07/16 | For Sale | $949,000 | +15.7% | $575 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/15/2013 10/15/13 | Sold | $820,000 | 0.0% | $497 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/04/2013 10/04/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/22/2013 09/22/13 | Off Market | $820,000 | -- | -- | |
| 08/29/2013 08/29/13 | For Sale | $825,000 | -- | $500 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $15,333 | $1,324,100 | $0 | $1,324,100 |
| 2024 | $13,872 | $1,272,700 | $0 | $1,272,700 |
| 2023 | $13,007 | $1,211,100 | $0 | $1,211,100 |
| 2022 | $12,668 | $1,164,300 | $0 | $1,164,300 |
| 2021 | $12,179 | $1,141,400 | $0 | $1,141,400 |
| 2020 | $11,726 | $1,110,400 | $0 | $1,110,400 |
| 2019 | $10,933 | $1,037,300 | $0 | $1,037,300 |
| 2018 | $10,125 | $966,100 | $0 | $966,100 |
| 2017 | $10,826 | $1,022,300 | $0 | $1,022,300 |
| 2016 | $10,710 | $973,600 | $0 | $973,600 |
| 2015 | $9,998 | $825,600 | $0 | $825,600 |
| 2014 | $9,248 | $735,100 | $0 | $735,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Brenda vanderMerwe
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N
Seller's Agent in 2017
Nancy Soisson
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
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Carol Adolph
Seller's Agent in 2013
Carol Adolph
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(617) 851-7393
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
-
Elaine Dolley
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Elaine Dolley
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
(617) 331-0243
1 in this area
29 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72062957
APN: CHAR-000000-000002-003717-000006
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