NOT LISTED FOR SALE

88 Saint Botolph St Unit 3 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,148,000 - $1,615,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,117 Sq Ft
1,133 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold October 17, 2012

Last sale price $750,000 $671 Per Sq Ft

Est. 75% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,920/month

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • 3-minute walk to Prudential Station
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Carleton Court Dog Park

About This Home

As of March 2025

Unbeatable location in the heart of Back Bay just steps to the Prudential Center! Close to shopping at Copley Square & Newbury Street, Public Gardens, Symphony Hall, Northeastern University, Hynes Convention Center, Berklee School of Music, chic South End dining, Charles River Esplanade, Suffolk University, Emerson College, Boston Public Library, Park Plaza, Kenmore Square, Boston Common, Fenway Park, and much, much more! Great commuting location with all Green Line trains and the Orange Line nearby! Convenient to many MBTA bus routes and the Silver Line! Additionally, Commuter Rail trains at Back Bay Station are close by! Easy access to all Boston area attractions!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Angela Zhang

Greatland Real Estate LLC Listed on: 01/14/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Zechariah Cook

Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 1890

Lot Details

  • 1,133

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,117 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Electric Baseboard Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,500
  • Property Available on 3/1/25
  • Rent includes hot water, water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, occupancy only
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3362787

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1890

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2025-03-01
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 4500

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 2
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Living Area: 1117
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN3612
  • MAIN SO: AN4282

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Electric Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Occupancy Only
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3362787
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2012
Closed on
Oct 17, 2012
Sold by
Urwitz Joseph and Wilstein Tara
Bought by
Xu Liyun and Li Jiaxin
Seller's Agent
Bill Dellea
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Angela Zhang
Greatland Real Estate LLC
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.23%
Current Estimated Value
$1,309,934

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$559,934
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2006
Sold by
Cartus Financial Corp
Bought by
Urwitz Joseph and Wilstein Tara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$557,600
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2001
Sold by
Araujo Paul R
Bought by
Passanese John

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 1995
Sold by
Aubert Richard J
Bought by
Araujo Paul

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,300
Interest Rate
7.86%
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
Xu Liyun $750,000 --
Urwitz Joseph $697,000 --
Cartus Financial Corp $697,000 --
Passanese John $100,000 --
Araujo Paul $177,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Araujo Paul $465,000
Previous Owner Urwitz Joseph $557,600
Previous Owner Araujo Paul $159,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/06/2025 05/06/25 Off Market $2,500 -- --
04/03/2025 04/03/25 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
04/03/2025 04/03/25 Price Changed $2,500 -44.4% $4 / Sq Ft
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Rented $4,500 0.0% --
02/25/2025 02/25/25 Under Contract -- -- --
01/14/2025 01/14/25 For Rent $4,500 +50.0% --
11/29/2024 11/29/24 Off Market $3,000 -- --
10/31/2024 10/31/24 Off Market $3,300 -- --
09/27/2024 09/27/24 For Rent $3,300 +10.0% --
09/27/2024 09/27/24 For Rent $3,000 -28.6% --
03/02/2022 03/02/22 Rented -- -- --
02/22/2022 02/22/22 Under Contract -- -- --
02/18/2022 02/18/22 For Rent $4,200 0.0% --
10/17/2012 10/17/12 Sold $750,000 -3.2% $671 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/07/2012 09/07/12 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2012 08/23/12 For Sale $775,000 -- $694 / 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 $12,363 $1,067,600 $0 $1,067,600
2024 $11,192 $1,026,800 $0 $1,026,800
2023 $10,701 $996,400 $0 $996,400
2022 $10,325 $949,000 $0 $949,000
2021 $10,126 $949,000 $0 $949,000
2020 $9,588 $908,000 $0 $908,000
2019 $9,292 $881,600 $0 $881,600
2018 $8,717 $831,800 $0 $831,800
2017 $8,313 $785,000 $0 $785,000
2016 $8,303 $754,800 $0 $754,800
2015 $8,747 $722,300 $0 $722,300
2014 $8,339 $662,900 $0 $662,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73326101

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000004-000949-000006