$6,325,000
SOLD MAY 26, 2021
3 Beds
4 Baths
2,170 Sq Ft
$4,759/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$2,915 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

216 Days on Market

Highlights

  • River View
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 5-minute walk to Riverbend Park
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2021

Experience breathtaking views from this exquisitely renovated penthouse condominium-the Charles River, gold dome of the statehouse, to the Blue Hills! This is your chance to live at Harvard Square’s most exclusive address. From your garage parking space you will ascend directly up to your unit. Once there, soak in lush finishes throughout including beautiful cherry floors with maple accents, oversized open living/dining room highlighted by a wall of windows, wood burning fireplace + rich cherry wall paneling, cabinetry & millwork. Additional features include a fully appointed kitchen featuring top-of-the-line appliances, white Poggenpohl cabinets, generously sized island + Caesarstone counters. Master suite of your dreams: 2nd wood burning fireplace, custom built-ins + walk-in closet, as well as lovely master bath w oversized steam shower, wonderful soaking tub + heated floors, & sliders to rare private terrace. 2 additional bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. Full-service, concierge

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patti Brainard

Compass Listed on: 09/30/2020

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Patti Brainard

Compass Listed on: 09/30/2020

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,989

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

HOA Fees

  • $4,759 per month

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • River Views
  • Wood Flooring
  • Year Round Access

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,989

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$4,759 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: High-Rise
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 3039.17
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 1105
  • Unit Level: 11
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1986

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Appliances: Range, Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15'2"X22'8", Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet - Walk-in, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony / Deck, Main Level, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 14'9"X15'2", Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13'4"X11'5", Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 17'3"X12', Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Dressing Room, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Steam / Sauna, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Remodeled
  • No Rooms: 5
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13'10X14'5, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Main Level, Open Floor Plan, Remodeled
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 17'3"X19'6", Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry: On Level: First Floor, Closet, Main Level, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 11'11X17'5", Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Main Level, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floor Plan, Remodeled
  • Other Room 1: Name: Bathroom, On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Remodeled
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: AN2383
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2170.00

Exterior Features

  • Waterview Features: River, Walk to
  • Waterview Flag: Yes
  • Construction: Brick, Stone/Concrete
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Insulation Feature: Full
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Deeded
  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Individual, Unit Control
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Individual, Radiant
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 4759.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Extra Storage, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds, Management Fee
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Concierge
  • Management: Professional - On Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: The Residences at Charles Square

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 4777400.00
  • Page: 285
  • Zoning: res

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 27470.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 410787
  • Tax Year: 2020

Multi Family

  • No Units: 72
  • No Units Owner Occ: 66

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2020
Closed on
May 25, 2021
Sold by
Serpentine Holdings Llc
Bought by
Dsen Cambridge Nt
Seller's Agent
Patti Brainard
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Patti Brainard
Compass
List Price
$6,995,000
Sold Price
$6,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$670,000
-9.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.06%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2016
Closed on
May 16, 2016
Sold by
Crimson Lion Cambridge
Bought by
Serpertine Hldg Llc
Seller's Agent
Bonny Lamb
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Patti Brainard
Compass
List Price
$6,000,000
Sold Price
$7,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,100,000
18.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.27%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2011
Sold by
Friedman Richard L
Bought by
Crimson Lion Cambridge and Mccoy Jacqueline R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 1997
Sold by
Stemple Corp
Bought by
Friedman Richard L

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 1997
Sold by
Rsl Rt and Leghorn Richard S
Bought by
Stemple Corp
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $6,325,000 None Available
Not Resolvable $7,100,000 --
Deed $3,450,000 --
Deed $1,800,000 --
Deed $1,800,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $4,743,750 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $1,000,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/19/2025 03/19/25 For Sale $7,200,000 +13.8% $3,318 / Sq Ft
05/26/2021 05/26/21 Sold $6,325,000 -4.1% $2,915 / Sq Ft
05/04/2021 05/04/21 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2021 03/05/21 Price Changed $6,595,000 -5.7% $3,039 / Sq Ft
01/27/2021 01/27/21 For Sale $6,995,000 0.0% $3,224 / Sq Ft
01/01/2021 01/01/21 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2020 12/15/20 Price Changed $6,995,000 -6.7% $3,224 / Sq Ft
09/30/2020 09/30/20 For Sale $7,500,000 +5.6% $3,456 / Sq Ft
05/16/2016 05/16/16 Sold $7,100,000 +18.3% $3,272 / Sq Ft
05/02/2016 05/02/16 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2016 04/27/16 For Sale $6,000,000 -- $2,765 / 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 $36,989 $5,825,000 $0 $5,825,000
2024 $31,437 $5,310,300 $0 $5,310,300
2023 $30,115 $5,139,000 $0 $5,139,000
2022 $29,118 $4,918,600 $0 $4,918,600
2021 $29,106 $4,975,300 $0 $4,975,300
2020 $27,470 $4,777,400 $0 $4,777,400
2019 $26,340 $4,434,400 $0 $4,434,400
2018 $25,852 $4,110,000 $0 $4,110,000
2017 $24,862 $3,830,800 $0 $3,830,800
2016 $24,207 $3,463,100 $0 $3,463,100
2015 $24,848 $3,177,500 $0 $3,177,500
2014 $24,497 $2,923,300 $0 $2,923,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72734779

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000165-000000-000056-001105