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Sold for $2,575,000
  • $2,575,000

    42 Gray St, Boston, MA 02116

    4beds
    2,209sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    756 Square Feet Lot
    $2,795,100 Zestimate®
    $1,166/sqft
    $3,142 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,795,100

    $2.52M - $3.16M

    $3,142/mo

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    What's special

    Choice high-stoop 4 plus bedroom/2-1/2 bath Federal style townhouse on charming, quiet side street in the heart of the South End's prime Ellis neighborhood. Enter to gracious foyer and stately front-to-back living/dining room featuring oversized windows, two original marble mantels, recessed lighting and crown molding. Beautifully maintained original wide pine floors throughout. Downstairs is a large chef's kitchen offering six-burner gas range with vent hood, granite counters, loads of maple cabinets and tile backsplash, plus room for informal dining table. This overlooks the wonderful family room with two-story wall of windows, soaring ceiling, gas fireplace, and door to serene landscaped garden and brick patio. Upstairs are four bedrooms including primary with a wall of closets and shelving plus bonus space perfect for gym or home office. Contemporary tile baths, central A/C and in-home laundry. Full staircase leads to lovely roof deck with panoramic skyline views. Not to be missed.

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    Listed by:

    Steven Cohen Team 617-861-3636,

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay 617-542-0012,

    Steven Cohen 617-861-3636

    Bought with:

    McKenzie Howarth

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73264014

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    Features
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Concrete
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,209
    • Total interior livable area: 2,209 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Deck - Roof, Enclosed
    • Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed
    Lot
    • Size: 756 sqft
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: W:05 P:00857 S:000,3357730
    • Zoning: R1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Federal
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Frame, Brick
    • Foundation: Stone
    Condition
    • Year built: 1890

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
    Location
    • Region: Boston

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/29/2024Sold$2,575,000+3.2%$1,166/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73264014 Report a problem
    7/15/2024Contingent$2,495,000$1,129/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73264014 Report a problem
    7/12/2024Listed for sale$2,495,000$1,129/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73264014 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$25,088 +7%$2,166,500 +0.7%
    2024$23,440 +5.5%$2,150,500 +4%
    2023$22,209 +2.6%$2,067,900 +4%
    2022$21,641 +8.1%$1,989,100 +6%
    2021$20,022 +4.7%$1,876,500 +3.7%
    2020$19,116 +3.2%$1,810,200 +3%
    2019$18,530 +3.6%$1,758,100 +3%
    2018$17,894 +395.6%$1,707,400 +5%
    2017$3,610 -78%$1,625,400 +9%
    2016$16,403 -5.4%$1,491,200 +4.2%
    2015$17,333 +7.5%$1,431,300 +11.6%
    2014$16,130 +1.5%$1,282,200 +6%
    2013$15,890 +5.4%$1,209,300 +4.6%
    2012$15,070 +8.2%$1,155,700 +6.1%
    2011$13,933 +9.8%$1,089,400 +2%
    2010$12,689 +7.1%$1,068,100 -4.1%
    2009$11,843 +8.1%$1,114,100 +11.5%
    2008$10,957 -2.6%$998,800 -2.5%
    2007$11,254 +11.8%$1,024,000 +13.1%
    2006$10,066 +4.9%$905,200 +1.2%
    2005$9,597 +5.7%$894,400
    2004$9,078 +19.1%$894,400 +32.4%
    2003$7,625 +12.6%$675,400 +9.8%
    2002$6,773 +19.2%$615,200 +42.4%
    2000$5,682 $432,100

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    Neighborhood: South End

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