Step into the heart of Boston’s vibrant Fenway neighborhood at 96 Gainsborough St #205W, a meticulously designed condo that combines modern comfort with classic charm. The thoughtfully utilized space welcomes you with exposed brick walls, recessed lighting, in-unit laundry, & an inviting private deck. The recently renovated bathroom exudes sophistication, featuring a sleek stand-up shower with glass sliding doors. In the updated kitchen, stainless steel appliances & crisp white cabinetry create a bright, contemporary space that’s as functional & stylish. This professionally managed building’s amenities include an elevator, 24HR security, & daily trash pickup. Situated right on the Back Bay line, the location is ideal—just steps from Northeastern University, Fenway Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, Copley, the Prudential Center, & the lively West Fenway area. With a market rent of $4300/month, this property offers exceptional potential as both an investment opportunity or future home.
Sold for $961,000
$961,000
96 Gainsborough St Unit 205W, Boston, MA 02115
2beds
805sqft
Condominium
Built in 1899
-- sqft lot
$961,100 Zestimate®
$1,194/sqft
$3,997 Estimated rent
Home value
$961,100
$894,000 - $1.03M
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Listed by:
The Fenway Group 617-818-0079,
Compass 617-206-3333,
Scott McNeill 617-818-0079
Bought with:
Montivista Real Estate Group
eXp Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73474026
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 805
- Total interior livable area: 805 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 805
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck - Composite
Lot
- Size: 805 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:04 P:01646 S:030,3360943
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Intercom, Security Guard
HOA
- Amenities included: Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $475 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $670,800
- Annual tax amount: $8,388
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Sold | $961,000+3.9%$1,194/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $925,000+17.1%$1,149/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73474026 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2020 | Listing removed | $3,400$4/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,400$4/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2020 | Sold | $790,000+2.7%$981/sqft |
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| 2/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $769,000+234.3%$955/sqft |
Source: Compass #72618670 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2019 | Listing removed | $3,400$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,400$4/sqft |
Source: Boston's Preferred Prop. #72470439 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/1999 | Sold | $230,000+94.9%$286/sqft |
Source: LINK #9633 Report a problem | ||
| 3/4/1997 | Sold | $118,000-1.7%$147/sqft |
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| 1/24/1994 | Sold | $120,000-4%$149/sqft |
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| 2/10/1992 | Sold | $125,000$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,768 +7.2% | $670,800 +0.9% |
| 2024 | $7,243 +4.6% | $664,500 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $6,924 +0.7% | $644,700 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,879 +12.6% | $632,300 +10.4% |
| 2021 | $6,109 -7.8% | $572,500 -8.8% |
| 2020 | $6,626 +7.1% | $627,500 +7% |
| 2019 | $6,184 +8.6% | $586,700 +8% |
| 2018 | $5,694 +320.3% | $543,300 +5% |
| 2017 | $1,355 -75% | $517,200 +5% |
| 2016 | $5,419 +13.9% | $492,600 +25.4% |
| 2015 | $4,757 +6% | $392,800 +10.1% |
| 2014 | $4,489 +1.5% | $356,800 +6% |
| 2013 | $4,423 -4.6% | $336,600 -5.4% |
| 2012 | $4,638 +2% | $355,700 |
| 2011 | $4,549 +7.6% | $355,700 |
| 2010 | $4,226 +3.5% | $355,700 -7.4% |
| 2009 | $4,083 -3.1% | $384,100 |
| 2008 | $4,214 -1% | $384,100 -0.8% |
| 2007 | $4,255 | $387,200 |
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Neighborhood: Fenway
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- 6/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
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