Rarely available penthouse duplex with breathtaking private roof deck! This renovated unit provides an idyllic floorplan with 10' ceilings, 3 sides of exposure, and incredible natural light. Large and dimensional living, with wood burning fireplace, is the perfect space to relax or entertain. Oversized kitchen features custom cabinetry, center island with built-in breakfast bar, and dedicated formal dining. Gigantic master bed with custom closets and adjacent bath. Upper level guest bedroom provides built-ins and ample closet space. Enjoy the summer on your private roof deck with direct Monument & Skyline views! A special home in the Heart of all-things Charlestown. **3D tour available**
Sold for $979,000
$979,000
42 Elm St #3, Charlestown, MA 02129
2beds
1,176sqft
Condo
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$983,500 Zestimate®
$832/sqft
$4,206 Estimated rent
Home value
$983,500
$905,000 - $1.06M
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Electric
Cooling
- Wall
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Wood
Lot
- Size: 1,098 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: CHARW02P00248S006
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
Materials
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $130 monthly
Location
- Region: Charlestown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $832/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $781,400
- Annual tax amount: $9,049
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Sold | $979,000+21.9%$832/sqft |
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| 6/30/2020 | Sold | $803,385+1.1%$683/sqft |
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| 5/15/2020 | Pending sale | $795,000$676/sqft |
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| 5/14/2020 | Listed for sale | $795,000+117.8%$676/sqft |
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| 10/17/2018 | Listing removed | $3,100$3/sqft |
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| 8/23/2018 | Price change | $3,100-3.1%$3/sqft |
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| 8/14/2018 | Listed for rent | $3,200+6.7%$3/sqft |
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| 9/1/2016 | Listing removed | $3,000+7.1%$3/sqft |
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| 8/25/2013 | Listing removed | $2,800$2/sqft |
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| 8/21/2013 | Price change | $2,800-3.4%$2/sqft |
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| 8/13/2013 | Listed for rent | $2,900+3.6%$2/sqft |
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| 7/31/2012 | Listing removed | $2,800$2/sqft |
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| 7/23/2012 | Listed for rent | $2,800$2/sqft |
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| 11/17/2006 | Sold | $365,000+4.6%$310/sqft |
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| 4/4/2006 | Sold | $349,000$297/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,049 +5.2% | $781,400 -1% |
| 2024 | $8,601 +4.6% | $789,100 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $8,223 +2.7% | $765,600 +4% |
| 2022 | $8,009 +2% | $736,100 |
| 2021 | $7,854 -1.2% | $736,100 -2.2% |
| 2020 | $7,949 +12.2% | $752,700 +12% |
| 2019 | $7,083 +5.6% | $671,994 +5% |
| 2018 | $6,705 +308.2% | $639,804 +4% |
| 2017 | $1,643 -75% | $615,273 +3% |
| 2016 | $6,570 +11.9% | $597,291 +23.2% |
| 2015 | $5,869 +4.5% | $484,626 +13.4% |
| 2013 | $5,615 +4.6% | $427,350 +3.8% |
| 2012 | $5,367 +2% | $411,588 |
| 2011 | $5,264 +22.7% | $411,588 +14% |
| 2010 | $4,289 +6.7% | $361,000 -4.5% |
| 2009 | $4,019 -5.1% | $378,100 -2% |
| 2008 | $4,233 | $385,900 |
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Neighborhood: Charlestown
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- 8/10Warren-Prescott K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
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