398 Marlborough St APT 1, Boston, MA 02115
What's special
Designed by the renowned Boston architectural firm Peabody and Stearns and built in 1889, this elegant Marlborough Street parlor-and-garden-level duplex offers grandly proportioned rooms, a private walled garden, and two assigned and deeded parking spaces. A black-and-white marble-tiled foyer with a decorative marble fireplace welcomes you into the home and leads to a striking front room overlooking Marlborough Street. Anchored by an impressive fireplace with a beautiful Siena marble surround and hearth and an Italian crystal chandelier, this versatile space is ideal for formal dining, a second living room, library, or home office.The exceptionally wide living room features three large windows with Back Bay Shutters, custom built-in bookcases, and a third fireplace. Its generous scale accommodates both comfortable daily living and an informal dining area. The adjacent kitchen includes granite countertops, a tiled backsplash, and high-end appliances.The primary suite overlooks the private garden and features a five-piece marble en-suite bath. An internal study with French Doors, built-in bookcases, and a Murphy bed provides flexible space and is situated beside the guest suite. The guest bedroom includes a tiled en-suite bath with shower, extensive built-in cabinetry, and an additional Murphy bed.A bright, heated sunroom overlooks the garden and can be enjoyed year-round. The colorful, walled garden provides a private outdoor setting for dining and entertaining, with direct access to two assigned and deeded parking spaces.
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Bill Gehan 617-797-1270,
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate 617-236-0711
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,501
- Total interior livable area: 2,501 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,251
- Finished area below ground: 1,250
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Assigned, Deeded
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Garden
Lot
- Size: 2,501 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:03601 S:002,3346746
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, T-Station, University
- Security: Intercom
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $567 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,359/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,980,900
- Annual tax amount: $37,320
- Date on market: 9/25/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,400,000+1033.3%$1,359/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73579341 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2001 | Sold | $300,000-69.8%$120/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2000 | Sold | $995,000$398/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,824 +6.2% | $2,920,900 |
| 2024 | $31,838 +6.6% | $2,920,900 +5% |
| 2023 | $29,877 +0.7% | $2,781,800 +2% |
| 2022 | $29,673 +2% | $2,727,300 |
| 2021 | $29,100 -2.6% | $2,727,300 -3.6% |
| 2020 | $29,866 +2.2% | $2,828,200 +2% |
| 2019 | $29,215 +6.6% | $2,771,800 +6% |
| 2018 | $27,399 +359% | $2,614,400 +4% |
| 2017 | $5,969 -76.9% | $2,513,400 +7% |
| 2016 | $25,839 +7.4% | $2,349,000 +18.2% |
| 2015 | $24,058 +8% | $1,986,600 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $22,275 +0.5% | $1,770,700 +5% |
| 2013 | $22,159 -6.5% | $1,686,400 -7.2% |
| 2012 | $23,691 +2% | $1,816,800 |
| 2011 | $23,237 +7.7% | $1,816,800 0% |
| 2010 | $21,585 +32.5% | $1,816,900 +18.5% |
| 2009 | $16,293 -3.1% | $1,532,700 |
| 2008 | $16,814 +5.7% | $1,532,700 +5.9% |
| 2007 | $15,903 | $1,447,000 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$3,211,700
$3.05M - $3.37M
Not available
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