Rarely available 2 bed/2.5 bath penthouse duplex with private roofdeck AND deeded parking! Open concept living with exposed-beam vaulted ceiling, custom woodwork, and incredible natural light. Spacious and detailed living room offers framed wood burning fireplace, custom shelving, and spectacular views through a wall of windows. Granite kitchen features gas cooking, pantry, elevated breakfast bar, and adjacent formal dining. Take your pick of dueling master suites! Each offering walk-in closets and no-expense-spared designer baths with double vanities, frameless glass showers, and full tile surrounds. Views from private roofdeck will take your breath away! A panorama over the South End, to Back Bay, and all the way Downtown. Deeded full parking space. Central AC. Laundry in-unit. A special property that seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern luxury living.
CondoProperty Type
1900Year Built
$1,345Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Adam Geragosian• Compass
Bought with The Biega + Kilgore Team• Compass
Source:MLS PIN #72640502
Redfin Estimate
$1,700,386
$25K since sold in April 2023$8,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 31.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.30M) of 6 comparable homes.
Rarely available 2 bed/2.5 bath penthouse duplex with private roofdeck AND deeded parking! Open concept living with exposed-beam vaulted ceiling, custom woodwork, and incredible natural light. Spacious and detailed living room offers framed wood burning fireplace, custom shelving, and spectacular views through a wall of windows. Granite kitchen features gas cooking, pantry, elevated breakfast bar, and adjacent formal dining. Take your pick of dueling master suites! Each offering walk-in closets and no-expense-spared designer baths with double vanities, frameless glass showers, and full tile surrounds. Views from private roofdeck will take your breath away! A panorama over the South End, to Back Bay, and all the way Downtown. Deeded full parking space. Central AC. Laundry in-unit. A special property that seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern luxury living.
MLS PIN #71980431
Jun 16, 2016
Sold
$1,300,000
$1,028/sq ft
Apr 5, 2016
Pending
—
Mar 31, 2016
Listed
$1,249,000
$988/sq ft
+4
Commanding panoramic city views from your private roof deck and 1 full parking space are just two of the features this attractive penthouse duplex offers. First floor includes 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths plus a bonus room, ideal for an office or nursery. The Upper floor with skylights consists of an open concept living, dining, & kitchen area, all highlighted by a fireplace and a wall of windows, providing skyline views of both the Back Bay and Financial District. Additional attributes include central air conditioning, in-unit washer/dryer, original wood beams, newly refinished wood floors and new kitchen appliances.
MLS PIN #71439278
Nov 30, 2012
Sold
$702,000
$555/sq ft
Oct 23, 2012
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2012
Listed
$729,000
$577/sq ft
MLS PIN #70141083
Feb 25, 2005
Sold
$768,000
$608/sq ft
Feb 8, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Feb 2, 2005
Listed
$768,000
$608/sq ft
MLS PIN #30563740
Mar 28, 2002
Sold
$540,000
$427/sq ft
Feb 11, 2002
Listing Removed
—
Nov 28, 2001
Listed
$549,000
$434/sq ft
Public Records
May 30, 1997
Sold
$300,000
$237/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,242 (−0.3%)
$1,326,100
2022
$14,288 (+11.3%)
$1,313,200
2021
$12,840 (+6.8%)
$1,203,400
2020
$12,020 (+3.2%)
$1,138,300
2019
$11,646 (+6.7%)
$1,104,900
2018
$10,919 (+3.9%)
$1,041,900
2017
$10,508 (+0.1%)
$992,300
2016
$10,495 (−1.7%)
$954,100
2015
$10,679 (+6.1%)
$881,800
2014
$10,068 (+13.8%)
$800,300
2013
$8,847 (−10.3%)
$673,300
2012
$9,861 (+2.0%)
$756,200
2009
$9,672 (+27.7%)
$756,200
2006
$7,575
$712,600
Tax history for 53 Rutland St #3
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$14,242 (−0.3%)
$1,326,100
2022
$14,288 (+11.3%)
$1,313,200
2021
$12,840 (+6.8%)
$1,203,400
2020
$12,020 (+3.2%)
$1,138,300
2019
$11,646 (+6.7%)
$1,104,900
2018
$10,919 (+3.9%)
$1,041,900
2017
$10,508 (+0.1%)
$992,300
2016
$10,495 (−1.7%)
$954,100
2015
$10,679 (+6.1%)
$881,800
2014
$10,068 (+13.8%)
$800,300
2013
$8,847 (−10.3%)
$673,300
2012
$9,861 (+2.0%)
$756,200
2009
$9,672 (+27.7%)
$756,200
2006
$7,575
$712,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
SOUTH END NEIGHBORHOOD-MFR
RESTRICTED ROOF STRUCTURE DISTRICT
RESTRICTED PARKING DISTRICT
GCOD
CFROD
South End Neighborhood-Multifamily Residential Subdistrict
The Multifamily Residential (MFR) Subdistricts are established to encourage medium-density multifamily areas with a variety of allowed housing types, including one-, two- and three-family dwellings, row houses, and apartments.
Zone overlays
Restricted Roof Structure Overlay District In the East Boston Neighborhood District
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023
Around this home
Schools
Hurley K-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
Mel H King Elementary
Public 2-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Boston Adult Academy
Public 11-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
Snowden Int'L High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Boston, MA • 02118
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Sun exposure
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 28% for direct sun exposure in Boston. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.62M – $1.96M
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