$799,000
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261 Marlborough St Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $5,457/month

-- Bed
1 Bath
640 Sq Ft
$1,248 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Brownstone
  • Wood Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

Step into the former grand parlor of a Back Bay mansion designed by Peabody & Stearns—reimagined for modern living. Built in 1884 for leather magnate William H. Baldwin, 261 Marlborough is a French Academic-style brownstone rich in prestige and symmetry. This 640 sq. ft. studio, once part of the Baldwin family’s home, still showcases ornate millwork, a monumental fireplace, and ceiling medallions that once hosted Boston’s Gilded Age elite. Now transformed with a chef’s kitchen featuring bespoke cabinetry, quartz counters, and under-cabinet lighting, plus a spa-inspired bath with rainfall shower and clawfoot tub, the residence blends history with luxury. With soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and potential to convert to a 1-bedroom, it offers rare appeal. Perfectly set between Fairfield and Exeter Streets, just blocks from the Public Garden and Commonwealth Mall, it places you in the heart of Back Bay’s storied past and vibrant present.

Listing Agent

Hans Nagrath

Compass Listed on: 09/09/2025

Compass

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,070

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • Two or More Common Walls

HOA Fees

  • $527 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 640 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03342 S:008,3350691

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, snow removal
  • 13 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,070

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$527 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 640
  • Living Area: 640
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1248.44
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1248.44

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Hot Water, Steam
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 527
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 4

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03342 S:008,3350691
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.01
  • Lot Size Area: 0.01
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 640
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 304

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8070
  • Tax Book Number: 67131

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 13
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $8,070 $696,900 $0 $696,900
2024 $7,601 $697,300 $0 $697,300
2023 $7,132 $664,100 $0 $664,100
2022 $7,084 $651,100 $0 $651,100
2021 $6,947 $651,100 $0 $651,100
2020 $6,509 $616,400 $0 $616,400
2019 $6,368 $604,200 $0 $604,200
2018 $5,973 $569,900 $0 $569,900
2017 $5,801 $547,800 $0 $547,800
2016 $5,498 $499,800 $0 $499,800
2015 $5,745 $474,400 $0 $474,400
2014 $5,320 $422,900 $0 $422,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/09/2025 09/09/25 For Sale $799,000 +17.8% $1,248 / Sq Ft
02/04/2022 02/04/22 Sold $678,000 -2.4% $1,059 / Sq Ft
01/26/2022 01/26/22 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2021 05/14/21 For Sale $695,000 0.0% $1,086 / Sq Ft
12/26/2014 12/26/14 Rented $2,600 0.0% --
11/26/2014 11/26/14 Under Contract -- -- --
09/24/2014 09/24/14 For Rent $2,600 -10.3% --
08/27/2013 08/27/13 Rented $2,900 0.0% --
08/27/2013 08/27/13 For Rent $2,900 0.0% --
09/14/2012 09/14/12 Sold $392,000 -1.8% $613 / Sq Ft
08/10/2012 08/10/12 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2012 05/30/12 For Sale $399,000 -- $623 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $678,000 None Available
Not Resolvable $392,000 --
Deed $467,500 --
Deed $435,000 --
Deed $405,000 --
Deed $143,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $290,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $294,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $374,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $333,700 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $320,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $129,150 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73427749

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003342-000008

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

261 Marlborough St Unit 4, Boston, MA

This home is located at 261 Marlborough St Unit 4, Boston, MA 02116 and is currently priced at $799,000, approximately $1,248 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 261 Marlborough St Unit 4 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Kingsley Montessori School, Park Street School, and Advent School.

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