Residence #5 is the epitome of classic Back Bay elegance and sophistication coupled with dramatic cosmopolitan flair. The meticulous condominium is entered via a foyer highlighted with custom bookcases and black and white tile floor. The foyer flows into a huge, beautifully proportioned corner living room with high ceilings, crown moldings, gleaming wood floors and ornate fireplace. Large primary bedroom features 3 custom closets, Juliette balcony plus beautifully renovated ensuite bath. Equally spacious is the second bedroom with fireplace with original tiles and window overlooking Commonwealth Avenue Mall. A chef's kitchen, handsome second bath, large storage area, full parking space, resident superintendent, elevator and very low condo fee complete this offering in a magnificent corner Back Bay mansion. This home definitely has the "wow" factor and is sure to impress anyone who sees it.
Sold for $2,125,000
$2,125,000
17 Gloucester St APT 5, Boston, MA 02115
2beds
1,344sqft
Condominium
Built in 1850
-- sqft lot
$2,302,400 Zestimate®
$1,581/sqft
$6,033 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,302,400
$2.12M - $2.51M
$6,033/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Meyers Zakon Team 617-763-0407,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-266-4430
Bought with:
Melanie Collard
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73234648
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Electric Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Assigned, Exclusive Parking
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
- Exterior features: Balcony
Details
- Parcel number: 0503405014,3350079
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Condition
- Year built: 1850
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $392 monthly
- Amenities included: Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Listing removed | $9,500$7/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for rent | $9,500$7/sqft |
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| 10/20/2024 | Listing removed | $9,500$7/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73298503 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $9,500+95.9%$7/sqft |
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| 6/17/2024 | Sold | $2,125,000$1,581/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73234648 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,125,000+31.2%$1,581/sqft |
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| 7/22/2016 | Listing removed | $1,620,000$1,205/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72034443 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2016 | Pending sale | $1,620,000$1,205/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72034443 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,620,000-1.8%$1,205/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72034443 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2016 | Sold | $1,650,000+39.8%$1,228/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2015 | Listing removed | $4,850$4/sqft |
Source: Penrose Realty Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2015 | Price change | $4,850-3%$4/sqft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network #71779117 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2014 | Listed for rent | $5,000+6.4%$4/sqft |
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| 1/9/2014 | Listing removed | $4,700$3/sqft |
Source: Penrose Realty Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2013 | Price change | $4,700-4.1%$3/sqft |
Source: Penrose Realty #71612247 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2013 | Price change | $4,900-6.7%$4/sqft |
Source: South End Realty Group #71535969 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2013 | Price change | $5,250-4.5%$4/sqft |
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| 5/8/2013 | Listed for rent | $5,500$4/sqft |
Source: Luxury Residential Group, LLC #71535969 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2012 | Listing removed | $5,500$4/sqft |
Source: Modern Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2012 | Listed for rent | $5,500+22.2%$4/sqft |
Source: South End Realty Group Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2011 | Listing removed | $4,500$3/sqft |
Source: CL Waterfront Properties #71227522 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2011 | Listed for rent | $4,500$3/sqft |
Source: CL Waterfront Properties #71227522 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2005 | Sold | $1,180,000+189.9%$878/sqft |
Source: LINK #1484 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/1989 | Sold | $407,000+13.1%$303/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/1987 | Sold | $360,000$268/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,397 +6.2% | $1,761,400 |
| 2024 | $19,199 +6.6% | $1,761,400 +5% |
| 2023 | $18,017 +0.7% | $1,677,600 +2% |
| 2022 | $17,894 +2% | $1,644,700 |
| 2021 | $17,549 +4.7% | $1,644,700 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $16,754 +2.2% | $1,586,600 +2% |
| 2019 | $16,389 +6.6% | $1,554,900 +6% |
| 2018 | $15,370 +352.8% | $1,466,600 +11% |
| 2017 | $3,394 -75% | $1,320,700 +7% |
| 2016 | $13,577 -5.2% | $1,234,300 +4.4% |
| 2015 | $14,320 +8% | $1,182,500 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $13,259 +0.5% | $1,054,000 +5% |
| 2013 | $13,190 +2.6% | $1,003,800 +1.8% |
| 2012 | $12,857 +2% | $986,000 |
| 2011 | $12,611 +7.7% | $986,000 |
| 2010 | $11,714 +0.9% | $986,000 -9.8% |
| 2009 | $11,615 -3.1% | $1,092,700 |
| 2008 | $11,987 +2.6% | $1,092,700 +2.8% |
| 2007 | $11,679 | $1,062,700 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
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- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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