NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Charles River Square Boston, MA 02114

Beacon Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,653,000 - $5,266,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,401 Sq Ft
1,307 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold May 07, 2019

Last sale price $3,875,000 $1,139 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $30,424/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Charles/Mgh Station
  • Patio
  • Marble Flooring
  • Wet Bar
  • 5-minute walk to Phillips Street Park

About This Home

As of May 2019

The residence lives like a single family outside the city, yet sits on the romantic, lamp-lit streets of Beacon Hill. Renovated to modern-day standards while preserving much of its historic charm, the four-story townhome has a traditional yet flexible layout. Chef's kitchen that opens to darling breakfast nook and family room provide a beautiful setting for friends, family or casual entertaining. Formal fireplaced living and dining rooms flanked by wood-paneled butler's pantry provide an excellent formal entertaining space. All four bedrooms are privately secluded on the top two floors, with three full baths, extra media room, and ample closet space. The second-floor master suite features a large marble bathroom with steam shower and private water closet. Recent updates include windows, floors, a high-efficiency boiler, and central AC. Direct access parking, proprietorship in "Annie Fields Garden", and walk out private roof deck complete this beautiful home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Miller & Co.

Compass Listed on: 02/26/2019

Compass

Co-Listed By

Douglas Miller

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Neda Vander Stoep

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $53,155

Year Built

  • Built in 1909

Lot Details

  • 1,307

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Marble
  • Tile

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Wet Bar
  • Garden

Community Details

  • Security Service

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$53,155

Year Built

Built in 1909

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Attached
  • Style: Colonial
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 1174.65
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1909
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1909

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available, Wetbar
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 13X17, Bathroom - Full, Fireplace
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Third Floor, Dimension: 13X15, Fireplace
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Third Floor, Dimension: 13X10, Bathroom - 3/4
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: Third Floor, Dimension: 13X12, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Basement, Dimension: 8X4, Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 10X12, Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble, Steam / Sauna, Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Third Floor, Dimension: 5X9, Bathroom - Full
  • No Rooms: 14
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13X14, Fireplace
  • Family Room: On Level: Basement, Dimension: 9X18, Fireplace
  • Kitchen: On Level: Basement, Dimension: 12X10, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Crown Molding
  • Laundry: On Level: Basement, Dimension: 8X9
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X28, Fireplace
  • Other Room 1: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Third Floor, Dimension: 5X9, Bathroom - Full
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: K95001
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3401.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Patio, Garden Area
  • Foundation: Granite

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Assigned
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 3715700.00
  • Acre: 0.03
  • Lot Size: 1089.00
  • Page: 231
  • Zoning: RES
  • Lot Description: City View(s), Level

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 39163.48
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3354742

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 26, 2019
Closed on
Apr 29, 2019
Sold by
Twist Matthew M and Twist Tara B
Bought by
Westra Christian J and Westra Sophie A
Seller's Agent
Miller & Co.
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Neda Vander Stoep
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$3,995,000
Sold Price
$3,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$120,000
-3%
Current Estimated Value
$4,966,247

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,091,247
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.90%
Original Mortgage
$2,906,250
Outstanding Balance
$2,555,182
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,411,065

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2015
Sold by
Twist Matthew M
Bought by
Twist Matthew M and Twist Tara B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,860,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2011
Sold by
Brennan Seth W and Brennan Elizabeth
Bought by
Twist Matthew M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,500
Interest Rate
4.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2003
Sold by
Mcneill Brian W and Mcneill Margaret M
Bought by
Brennan Seth W and Brennan Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,795,625
Interest Rate
5.45%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2000
Sold by
Herman Burton G and Herman Frances B
Bought by
Mcneill Brian W and Mcneill Margaret M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 1998
Sold by
Haskell Karen L and Haskell George
Bought by
Herman Buton G and Herman Frances B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 1991
Sold by
Klinck Mason J
Bought by
Lawrence Karen
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Westra Christian J $3,875,000 --
Twist Matthew M -- --
Twist Matthew M $2,550,000 --
Brennan Seth W $2,762,500 --
Mcneill Brian W $2,406,250 --
Herman Buton G $1,600,000 --
Lawrence Karen $815,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Westra Christian J $2,906,250
Previous Owner Twist Matthew M $1,860,000
Previous Owner Twist Matthew M $127,500
Previous Owner Lawrence Karen $1,795,625
Previous Owner Lawrence Karen $1,001,000
Previous Owner Lawrence Karen $1,000,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/07/2019 05/07/19 Sold $3,875,000 -3.0% $1,139 / Sq Ft
03/08/2019 03/08/19 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2019 02/26/19 For Sale $3,995,000 -- $1,175 / 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 $53,155 $4,590,200 $1,549,500 $3,040,700
2024 $46,474 $4,263,700 $1,360,200 $2,903,500
2023 $45,792 $4,263,700 $1,360,200 $2,903,500
2022 $44,166 $4,059,400 $1,295,400 $2,764,000
2021 $42,464 $3,979,800 $1,270,000 $2,709,800
2020 $40,775 $3,861,300 $1,135,100 $2,726,200
2019 $39,163 $3,715,700 $935,100 $2,780,600
2018 $36,406 $3,473,900 $935,100 $2,538,800
2017 $35,037 $3,308,500 $935,100 $2,373,400
2016 $34,694 $3,154,000 $907,900 $2,246,100
2015 $32,366 $2,672,700 $756,600 $1,916,100
2014 $32,021 $2,545,400 $756,600 $1,788,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72457143

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002469