NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $769,000 - $893,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
650 Sq Ft
$549/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 18, 2023

Last sale price $777,500 $1,196 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,818/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 4-minute walk to Kenmore Station
  • Deck
  • No Units Above
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • 3-minute walk to Kenmore Block

About This Home

As of August 2023

Experience the epitome of elegance at The Charlesgate, an architecturally-significant historic building. This rarely-available penthouse unit offers almost-direct access to a stunning roof deck with one of the most spectacular city views! The interior features a spacious living room filled with natural light and high ceilings, a dining area and a breakfast bar. The fully-equipped kitchen has ample storage, and an updated bathroom with a sleek glass shower adds modern touches. The generous bedroom boasts ample closet space. Additional features include crown-moldings, central air, in-unit laundry, and basement storage. The Charlesgate is professionally-managed with on-site superintendent, pet-friendly, and offers two elevators. Indulge in breathtaking views from the furnished roof deck, or relax in the serenity of the landscaped courtyard. Prime location near Newbury Street, the Esplanade, Downtown, BU, MIT, Berklee. Cross the spectacular Harvard Bridge to Cambridge!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Montivista Real Estate Group

eXp Realty Listed on: 07/20/2023

eXp Realty

Co-Listed By

Rachel Lura

Century 21 Cityside

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Grappo

M. J. Grappo Realty Associates

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,426

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • No Units Above
  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $549 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 650 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Bay Window
  • Picture Window
  • Door Monitored By TV
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
  • 56 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • The Charlesgate Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,426

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$549 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 8
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 179.8125
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Area: 89.916666
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup
  • Room Kitchen Area: 758.5
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Room Living Room Area: 161.416666
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Crown Molding
  • Basement: Y
  • Living Area: 650
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB3351
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1161.54
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1196.15
  • MAIN SO: AC0985

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof, Patio
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: TV Monitor
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 549
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 802
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Zoning: 0
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 11
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7425.64
  • Tax Book Number: 56363

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 56
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 1998
Sold by
Charlesgate Realty Llc
Bought by
Richardson Elaine M
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$816,871

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Richardson Elaine M $225,085 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Huang Chuyan $350,000
Closed Richardson Elaine M $270,000
Closed Richardson Elaine M $274,000
Closed Richardson Elaine M $202,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/18/2023 08/18/23 Sold $777,500 +3.0% $1,196 / Sq Ft
07/27/2023 07/27/23 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2023 07/20/23 For Sale $755,000 0.0% $1,162 / Sq Ft
03/11/2021 03/11/21 Rented $2,595 0.0% --
02/27/2021 02/27/21 Under Contract -- -- --
01/19/2021 01/19/21 For Rent $2,595 -16.3% --
09/12/2019 09/12/19 Rented $3,100 -3.1% --
09/09/2019 09/09/19 Under Contract -- -- --
08/24/2019 08/24/19 For Rent $3,200 0.0% --
06/30/2016 06/30/16 Sold $645,000 +9.5% $992 / Sq Ft
05/04/2016 05/04/16 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2016 04/27/16 For Sale $589,000 -- $906 / Sq Ft
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 $8,367 $722,500 $0 $722,500
2024 $7,913 $726,000 $0 $726,000
2023 $7,426 $691,400 $0 $691,400
2022 $7,376 $677,900 $0 $677,900
2021 $7,233 $677,900 $0 $677,900
2020 $6,267 $593,500 $0 $593,500
2019 $6,130 $581,600 $0 $581,600
2018 $5,749 $548,600 $0 $548,600
2017 $5,530 $522,200 $0 $522,200
2016 $5,369 $488,100 $0 $488,100
2015 $5,494 $453,700 $0 $453,700
2014 $5,087 $404,400 $0 $404,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73138644

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003870-000322