Perched atop one of Boston's most desirable streets, this sun-filled penthouse at 96 Gainsborough Street blends timeless charm with modern comfort. Exposed brick, hardwood floors, & an open layout create a warm, inviting living space. The updated kitchen features granite counters, stainless appliances, & a large breakfast bar perfect for entertaining. Enjoy a private deck with city views, two spacious bedrooms, plus a dedicated office ideal for working from home. Additional highlights include a marble vanity, central HVAC, hardwood floors & in-unit laundry. Professionally managed building with an elevator, daily trash pickup, & 24-hour security. Located on the Back Bay line, just steps to Northeastern, Fenway Park, the MFA, Prudential Center, Copley, & West Fenway. Market rent of $4,700/month makes this an exceptional home or investment opportunity. Bright, flexible, and ideally positioned, it offers outstanding value for owner-occupants & investors seeking a premier Fenway location.
For sale
$989,000
96 Gainsborough St Unit 404W, Boston, MA 02115
2beds
1,006sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$6,959/mo
Condominium
Built in 1899
-- sqft lot
$957,700 Zestimate®
$983/sqft
$543/mo HOA
What's special
Central hvacIn-unit laundryOpen layoutUpdated kitchenExposed brickMarble vanityHardwood floors
- 16 days |
- 485 |
- 34 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Fenway Group 617-818-0079,
Compass 617-206-3333,
Scott McNeill 617-818-0079
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73545984
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Fourth Floor
Bedroom 2
- Level: Fourth Floor
Bathroom 1
- Level: Fourth Floor
Dining room
- Level: Fourth Floor
Kitchen
- Level: Fourth Floor
Living room
- Level: Fourth Floor
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Fourth Floor, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,006
- Total interior livable area: 1,006 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,006
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Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck - Composite
Lot
- Size: 1,006 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:04 P:01646 S:050,3360947
- Zoning: CD
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- 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: $543 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $983/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $752,500
- Annual tax amount: $9,411
- Date on market: 7/7/2026
Estimated market value
$957,700
$910,000 - $1.01M
$3,871/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $989,000+72%$983/sqft |
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| 7/13/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2021 | Listed for rent | $4,700+4.4%$5/sqft |
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| 4/29/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/14/2021 | Price change | $4,500+25%$4/sqft |
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| 3/31/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,600$4/sqft |
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| 10/28/2010 | Sold | $575,000+28.9%$572/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2009 | Sold | $446,000-25.7%$443/sqft |
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| 2/1/2006 | Sold | $600,000+211.7%$596/sqft |
Source: LINK #57263 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/1998 | Sold | $192,500$191/sqft |
Source: LINK #11610 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,714 +7.2% | $752,500 +0.9% |
| 2024 | $8,131 +4.6% | $746,000 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $7,774 +0.6% | $723,800 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,724 -0.1% | $709,900 -2.1% |
| 2021 | $7,735 -2.5% | $724,900 -3.5% |
| 2020 | $7,930 +7.2% | $750,900 +7% |
| 2019 | $7,399 +8.6% | $702,000 +8% |
| 2018 | $6,813 +320.3% | $650,100 +5.1% |
| 2017 | $1,621 -75% | $618,800 +5% |
| 2016 | $6,483 +12.2% | $589,400 +23.6% |
| 2015 | $5,776 +6% | $477,000 +10.1% |
| 2014 | $5,451 +1.5% | $433,300 +6% |
| 2013 | $5,370 -3.8% | $408,700 -4.5% |
| 2012 | $5,581 +2% | $428,000 |
| 2011 | $5,474 +7.6% | $428,000 |
| 2010 | $5,085 +3.8% | $428,000 -7.2% |
| 2009 | $4,900 -3.1% | $461,000 |
| 2008 | $5,057 -1% | $461,000 -0.8% |
| 2007 | $5,108 | $464,800 |
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Neighborhood: Fenway
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Boston Arts AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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