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Sold for $1,250,000
  • $1,250,000

    81 Waltham St APT 6, Boston, MA 02118

    2beds
    826sqft
    Condominium, Rowhouse
    Built in 1890
    -- sqft lot
    $1,260,300 Zestimate®
    $1,513/sqft
    $4,356 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,260,300

    $1.16M - $1.37M

    $4,356/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Wood-burning fpModern updatesNewer central acIn-unit laundryExposed brickHardwood floorsStylish carrara marble bathroom
    Beautifully renovated penthouse jewel box in the heart of the South End. Set on Boston Magazine’s “Best Street” in the coveted Eight Streets neighborhood, this top-floor 2-bedroom blends historic charm with modern updates throughout. Vaulted ceilings, exposed brick, skylights, and the most charming bow window create warmth and character. A sun-splashed living/dining area is centered on a wood-burning FP and opens to the kitchen, equipped with quartz counters, stainless appliances, gas cooking, and a center island with bar seating. Two serene bedrooms, including a sunny primary with three large windows with tree-top views, offer ample storage. A stylish Carrara marble bathroom features a tub with glass enclosure and in-unit laundry. Full staircase leads to a large private roof deck with sweeping skyline views—perfect for entertaining. Additional features include hardwood floors and newer central AC. Well-run 6-unit association with many updates. Truly A++ location that checks every box!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Hanneman + Gonzales 617-480-7775,

    Compass 617-206-3333

    Bought with:

    Steph Crawford Group

    Real Broker MA, LLC

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73438716

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: No
    Heating
    • Baseboard
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Basement: None
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 826
    • Total interior livable area: 826 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 826

    Property

    Lot
    • Size: 826 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: W:03 P:05917 S:012,4276683
    • Zoning: CD

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    • Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse
    Condition
    • Year built: 1890

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Boston

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • HOA fee: $482 monthly
    • Amenities included: Hot Water
    • Services included: Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/18/2025Sold$1,250,000+6.4%$1,513/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73438716 Report a problem
    10/5/2025Contingent$1,175,000$1,423/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73438716 Report a problem
    10/2/2025Listed for sale$1,175,000+19.9%$1,423/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73438716 Report a problem
    3/2/2021Sold$980,000+26.8%$1,186/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/8/2015Sold$773,000+6%$936/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    3/16/2015Pending sale$729,000$883/sqft
    Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #71801530 Report a problem
    3/16/2015Listed for sale$729,000+31.2%$883/sqft
    Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #71801530 Report a problem
    9/1/2011Sold$555,555+1.2%$673/sqft
    Source: LINK #124406 Report a problem
    6/22/2011Listed for sale$549,000+22.1%$665/sqft
    Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #71251969 Report a problem
    6/2/2003Sold$449,500+12.2%$544/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/15/2000Sold$400,500+151.1%$485/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    11/3/1995Sold$159,500-8.9%$193/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    9/21/1987Sold$175,000$212/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$11,856 +9.5%$1,023,800 +3%
    2024$10,829 +3.5%$993,500 +2%
    2023$10,458 -0.3%$973,700 +1%
    2022$10,490 +4%$964,200 +2%
    2021$10,086 +8.4%$945,300 +7.3%
    2020$9,302 +3.2%$880,900 +3%
    2019$9,013 +6.7%$855,100 +6%
    2018$8,451 +412.5%$806,400 +5%
    2017$1,649 -80.7%$768,000 -1.3%
    2016$8,557 +17.3%$777,900 +29.2%
    2015$7,293 +6.1%$602,200 +10.2%
    2014$6,875 +1.5%$546,500 +6%
    2013$6,775 +14.5%$515,600 +13.6%
    2012$5,918 +2%$453,800
    2011$5,804 +6.6%$453,800 -1%
    2010$5,445 +20.3%$458,300 +7.6%
    2009$4,528 -3.1%$426,000
    2008$4,673 -0.9%$426,000 -0.7%
    2007$4,714 $428,900

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    Neighborhood: South End

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