Experience penthouse living at “The Perch,” a completely remodeled (2024) luxury condo with a PRIVATE rooftop deck in Boston’s sought-after Back Bay. This bright, airy, top-floor unit offers sweeping treetop views and 210± sq ft rooftop deck — perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing in your own city sanctuary. Inside, enjoy high-end finishes like custom cabinetry, premium paneled Bosch appliances and GE Café range, Kohler fixtures, in-floor bathroom heat, soaring ceilings with discreet in-ceiling Mitsubishi splits for year-round comfort, and in-unit GE washer/dryer. Located in Back Bay and steps from the South End in the St. Botolph neighborhood, one of Boston’s rare historic districts, this home blends modern luxury with classic charm. Don’t miss your chance to tour this exceptional penthouse — units like this are rarely available. Schedule your private showing today and discover why “The Perch” is the ultimate city retreat.
Sold for $985,000
$985,000
123 Saint Botolph St APT 9, Boston, MA 02115
1beds
655sqft
Condominium
Built in 1890
-- sqft lot
$996,400 Zestimate®
$1,504/sqft
$3,604 Estimated rent
Home value
$996,400
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,604/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$3,604/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$3,604/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$6,206/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$6,206/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Kohler fixturesHigh-end finishesIn-floor bathroom heatSweeping treetop viewsPrivate rooftop deckCustom cabinetrySoaring ceilings
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lorna Gagnon 603-434-2377,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty 603-431-8977
Bought with:
John G. Bulman
Scudder Real Estate, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73402452
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Balcony - Exterior, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Living room
- Features: Skylight, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood, Window Seat
Heating
- Electric Baseboard, Heat Pump, Electric, Radiant
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: Common Area, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood Laminate
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 655
- Total interior livable area: 655 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 655
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Rented, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Front)
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Details
- Parcel number: W: 04 P: 00891 S: 018,3362150
- Zoning: 0102
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick, Stone
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Intercom
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $385 monthly
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2025 | Sold | $985,000$1,504/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402452 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Contingent | $985,000$1,504/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402452 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Price change | $985,000-3.9%$1,504/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73402452 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,025,000+37.6%$1,565/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73354482 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2023 | Sold | $745,000-1.8%$1,137/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73093141 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2023 | Contingent | $759,000$1,159/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73093141 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $759,000+8.6%$1,159/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73093141 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2019 | Sold | $699,000$1,067/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2019 | Pending sale | $699,000$1,067/sqft |
Source: Compass #72517650 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2019 | Listed for sale | $699,000$1,067/sqft |
Source: Compass #72517650 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2019 | Pending sale | $699,000$1,067/sqft |
Source: Compass #72517650 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $699,000+31.9%$1,067/sqft |
Source: Compass #72517650 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2018 | Listing removed | $2,900$4/sqft |
Source: Ascend Realty Group Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,900$4/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #72307176 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2013 | Sold | $530,000+1%$809/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2013 | Listed for sale | $525,000+42.3%$802/sqft |
Source: Otis & Ahearn - 84 Atlantic #71549665 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2003 | Sold | $369,000+19.8%$563/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2001 | Sold | $308,000+131.6%$470/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/1987 | Sold | $133,000$203/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,390 +10.5% | $724,500 +4% |
| 2024 | $7,595 +4.6% | $696,800 +3% |
| 2023 | $7,262 +3.6% | $676,200 +5% |
| 2022 | $7,007 +2% | $644,000 |
| 2021 | $6,871 -12.1% | $644,000 -13% |
| 2020 | $7,819 +3.2% | $740,400 +3% |
| 2019 | $7,576 +6.6% | $718,800 +6% |
| 2018 | $7,108 +491.4% | $678,200 +6% |
| 2017 | $1,202 -82.2% | $640,100 +4% |
| 2016 | $6,769 +4.8% | $615,400 +15.4% |
| 2015 | $6,457 +9.6% | $533,200 +13.9% |
| 2014 | $5,889 +1.5% | $468,100 +6% |
| 2013 | $5,803 +6.5% | $441,600 +5.7% |
| 2012 | $5,448 +1.9% | $417,800 |
| 2011 | $5,344 +7.7% | $417,800 |
| 2010 | $4,963 +15.9% | $417,800 +3.7% |
| 2009 | $4,282 -3.1% | $402,800 |
| 2008 | $4,419 -0.2% | $402,800 |
| 2007 | $4,427 | $402,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.4 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$996,400
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$996,400
- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02115
- Back Bay
- 123 Saint Botolph St Apartment 9
Nearby cities
Nearby neighborhoods
Nearby zip codes
Other Boston Topics
