For sale

Price cut: $100 (7/24)

$699,900

68 Charles St, Boston, MA 02136

3beds

2,024sqft

$4,495/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1964

4,431 Square Feet Lot

$691,200 Zestimate^®

$346/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Wood-burning fireplaceNewer heating systemNewer roofUpdated kitchenOpen floor planBeside factory hill parkThree well-sized bedrooms

Set at the end of a low-traffic street beside Factory Hill Park, this recently renovated 3-bedroom ranch offers an open floor plan and flexible living space. The bright living room features a wood-burning fireplace and large picture window and flows into the dining area and updated kitchen with white cabinetry, quartzite counters, and stainless-steel appliances. A three-season porch off the kitchen provides a relaxing spot overlooking the backyard. Three well-sized bedrooms and an updated full bath complete the main level. The expansive finished walkout lower level, with a renovated half bath, offers many possibilities for a family room, home office, gym, playroom, guest space, or media room. Additional improvements include updated flooring and paint, a newer roof, and a newer heating system. A paved driveway provides off-street parking for two cars. Enjoy a peaceful setting close to green space, trails, shopping, public transportation, and the Hyde Park commuter rail station.

49 days

1,947

117

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First
Area: 156
Dimensions: 13 x 12

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First
Area: 130
Dimensions: 13 x 10

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Level: First
Area: 120
Dimensions: 12 x 10

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Vinyl, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Level: First
Area: 60
Dimensions: 10 x 6

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Level: Basement
Area: 40
Dimensions: 10 x 4

Family room

Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Level: Basement
Area: 864
Dimensions: 36 x 24

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
Level: First
Area: 216
Dimensions: 18 x 12

Living room

Features: Flooring - Vinyl
Level: First
Area: 300
Dimensions: 25 x 12

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Flooring - Vinyl, In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Sun Room
Flooring: Carpet, Flooring - Vinyl
Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,024
Total interior livable area: 2,024 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,116
Finished area below ground: 908

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed

Lot

Size: 4,431 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: W:18 P:12023 S:020,1340803
Zoning: R1

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1964

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Fuses, Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/Less
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $346/sqft
Tax assessed value: $492,200
Annual tax amount: $5,700
Date on market: 6/24/2026

Estimated market value

$691,200

$657,000 - $726,000

$3,595/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/24/2026	Price change	$699,9000%$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73540964 Report a problem
7/10/2026	Listed for sale	$700,000$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73540964 Report a problem
7/1/2026	Contingent	$700,000$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73540964 Report a problem
6/24/2026	Listed for sale	$700,000$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73540964 Report a problem
2/19/2026	Sold	$700,000+16.7%$346/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73468529 Report a problem
1/20/2026	Contingent	$600,000$296/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73468529 Report a problem
1/14/2026	Listed for sale	$600,000$296/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73468529 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,700 +6.1%	$492,200 -0.1%
2024	$5,372 +7.6%	$492,800 +6%
2023	$4,992 +8.6%	$464,800 +10%
2022	$4,597 +9%	$422,500 +6.9%
2021	$4,218 +4.6%	$395,300 +3.5%
2020	$4,033 +10.3%	$381,900 +10.1%
2019	$3,657 +5.6%	$347,000 +5.1%
2018	$3,462 +867.8%	$330,300 +6%
2017	$358 -89.5%	$311,500 +1%
2016	$3,392 +6.6%	$308,400 +17.4%
2015	$3,183 -1.2%	$262,800 +7.1%
2013	$3,223 +4.7%	$245,300 +3.9%
2012	$3,079 +7.2%	$236,100 +5.1%
2011	$2,873 +2.3%	$224,600 -5%
2010	$2,808 -7.4%	$236,400 -17.1%
2009	$3,032 -10.3%	$285,200 -7.4%
2008	$3,379 -5.9%	$308,000 -5.7%
2007	$3,590	$326,700