257 Marlborough St, Unit 11

Boston, MA 02116

$1,695,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,088 Sq. Ft.
$1,558 / Sq. Ft.
1,088
Sq. Ft.
$1,558
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The epitome of city living lies in Back Bay’s most iconic tree-lined streets at 257 Marlborough. This is what you have been waiting for... The Sunny Side of Marlborough Street! Perched on the top floor of a classic brownstone, this stunning two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo is flooded with natural light and boasts two private roof decks with sweeping city views - ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the thoughtfully designed layout features a spacious living area, multiple skylights, updated...The epitome of city living lies in Back Bay’s most iconic tree-lined streets at 257 Marlborough. This is what you have been waiting for... The Sunny Side of Marlborough Street! Perched on the top floor of a classic brownstone, this stunning two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo is flooded with natural light and boasts two private roof decks with sweeping city views - ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the thoughtfully designed layout features a spacious living area, multiple skylights, updated kitchen, and hardwood floors throughout. Both bedrooms provide easy access to outdoor living with two private decks and the primary suite showcasing a custom California Closet and built-ins. With a deeded parking space, in-unit laundry, central air, and access to everything Back Bay has to offer this home is the perfect urban retreat.

Listing Agents

  1. The Goodrich Team

    The Goodrich Team

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    goodrich@compass.com

    P: (617)-398-4444

  2. Ethan Goodrich

    Ethan Goodrich

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 257 Marlborough Street, Unit 11

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Brownstone
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 05/30/2025 05:10 PM

Property Details for 257 Marlborough Street, Unit 11

StatusSold
MLS #73359388
Days on Market23
Taxes$11,463 / year
HOA Fees$717 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1920
CountySuffolk County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

Sold By Mohawk Real Estate, LLC, Collins Team

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Building Information for 257 Marlborough Street, Unit 11

Building/Complex257 Marlborough StFloor4Stories1Residences11Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1920

Payment Calculator

$10,553 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,881

Property Taxes

$955

HOA Dues

$717

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Property Information for 257 Marlborough Street, Unit 11

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Laundry, Garden Area
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1088.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 11
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Deeded
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Offer deadline Tuesday 4/22 at 3pm. Seller paying for the $11k special assessment for parking lot repaving.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:03340 S:021,4759448
  • Assessments: $1,325,200
  • Book: 64940
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Funds
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 11
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 4.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5

Property History for 257 Marlborough Street, Unit 11

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 30, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73359388

$1,695,000—
May 29, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558973038

$1,695,000

+6.2% / yr

May 7, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73359388

—
Apr 21, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73359388

—
Apr 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73359388

$1,650,000—
Mar 8, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72754047

$1,400,000—
Feb 12, 2021

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72754047

—
Feb 12, 2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72754047

—
Nov 6, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72754047

$1,495,000—
May 22, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #331349102

$771,000

+0.4% / yr

Nov 2, 2011

Expired

MLS PIN #71259897

$824,000—
Jul 11, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71259897

$849,000—
Jun 3, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #137723528

$747,000

+7.8% / yr

Apr 6, 1999

Sold

MLS PIN #30279811

$468,000—
Feb 23, 1999

Contingent

MLS PIN #30279811

—
Dec 7, 1998

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30279811

$489,000—
Apr 25, 1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100082514

$407,000

+5.4% / yr

Aug 7, 1992

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100091096

$335,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/30/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73359388

$1,695,000
05/29/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558973038

$1,695,000

+6.2% / yr

05/07/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73359388

—
04/21/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73359388

—
04/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73359388

$1,650,000
03/08/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72754047

$1,400,000
02/12/2021

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72754047

—
02/12/2021

Contingent

MLS PIN #72754047

—
11/06/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72754047

$1,495,000
05/22/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #331349102

$771,000

+0.4% / yr

11/02/2011

Expired

MLS PIN #71259897

$824,000
07/11/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71259897

$849,000
06/03/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #137723528

$747,000

+7.8% / yr

04/06/1999

Sold

MLS PIN #30279811

$468,000
02/23/1999

Contingent

MLS PIN #30279811

—
12/07/1998

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30279811

$489,000
04/25/1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100082514

$407,000

+5.4% / yr

08/07/1992

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100091096

$335,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 257 Marlborough Street, Unit 11

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,325,200Total-
Tax Record2025$15,346 ($1,279 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,006 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,006 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,006 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1920Year Renovated2014ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:03340 S:021Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 257 Marlborough Street, Unit 11

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 2 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
William Mckinley
Public2 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Boston Arts Academy
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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