Pack yours bags, this move-in ready, charming one bedroom condo on the highly desirable, tree-lined Gainsborough Street has been fully updated! This well laid out unit maximizes all 600+ sq ft, allowing for an entryway foyer with washer/dryer, dining area, and living room with its very own fireplace! Unit features include hardwood floors throughout, recessed LED lighting, central air, and a light-filled bedroom. Kitchen and bathroom fully remodeled with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, and tasteful tile. This condo is part of a professionally managed, pet friendly elevator building featuring a 24 hour security guard, daily private trash pick up, management held package service, and is well maintained both inside and out. Close proximity to all Fenway schools, Whole Foods, Back Bay/South End shops and restaurants, public transportation [B,C,D,E & Orange lines] and everything else the thriving Fenway neighborhood has to offer. Fantastic 'Walk & Transit Score' of 93 & 99!
Sold for $675,000
$675,000
78 Gainsborough St Unit 106E, Boston, MA 02115
1beds
605sqft
Condominium, Rowhouse
Built in 1899
-- sqft lot
$713,700 Zestimate®
$1,116/sqft
$3,145 Estimated rent
Home value
$713,700
$664,000 - $778,000
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Central airHardwood floorsTree-lined gainsborough streetStainless steel appliancesEntryway foyerQuartz countersLight-filled bedroom
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Listed by:
Michael Peerless 860-919-0602,
Boston Heritage Realty, LLC 617-447-2200
Bought with:
Kyle Macnichol
Redfin Corp.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73341431
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Common Area, In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 605
- Total interior livable area: 605 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 605
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Back)
Details
- Parcel number: 3361043
- Zoning: RES
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
- Security: Intercom, Security Guard
HOA
- Amenities included: Laundry, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $350 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,116/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $552,100
- Annual tax amount: $6,445
- Date on market: 1/18/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: Tenant Belongings
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2025 | Sold | $675,000+2.4%$1,116/sqft |
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| 3/7/2025 | Contingent | $659,000$1,089/sqft |
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| 3/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $659,000+15.8%$1,089/sqft |
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| 4/13/2022 | Sold | $569,000$940/sqft |
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| 3/31/2022 | Contingent | $569,000$940/sqft |
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| 3/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $569,000+94.2%$940/sqft |
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| 3/29/2004 | Sold | $293,000+119.5%$484/sqft |
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| 9/17/1998 | Sold | $133,500+15.1%$221/sqft |
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| 2/17/1989 | Sold | $116,000$192/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,393 +7.2% | $552,100 +1% |
| 2024 | $5,961 +4.6% | $546,900 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $5,698 +4% | $530,500 +5.4% |
| 2022 | $5,477 +4% | $503,400 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,266 -5.2% | $493,500 -6.2% |
| 2020 | $5,556 +7.2% | $526,100 +7% |
| 2019 | $5,185 +8.6% | $491,900 +8% |
| 2018 | $4,774 +341.4% | $455,500 +5.1% |
| 2017 | $1,082 -75% | $433,600 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $4,326 +2.8% | $393,300 +13.2% |
| 2015 | $4,208 +8.9% | $347,500 +13.2% |
| 2014 | $3,863 +1.5% | $307,100 +6% |
| 2013 | $3,807 -1.5% | $289,700 -2.3% |
| 2012 | $3,866 +2% | $296,500 |
| 2011 | $3,792 +7.7% | $296,500 |
| 2010 | $3,522 +16.4% | $296,500 +4.2% |
| 2009 | $3,025 -3.1% | $284,600 |
| 2008 | $3,122 -5.7% | $284,600 -5.5% |
| 2007 | $3,309 | $301,100 |
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Neighborhood: Fenway
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- 6/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
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