Last Sold Price
5 beds3,630 sqft$346/sqft
19-21 Orkney Rd, Boston, MA 02135

Description

Gracious and Spacious: Opportunity Knocks. Rare offering—this huge two-family was once a grand single-family home. Builders and contractors take note: restore it to its original glory, create two luxury condominiums, or explore other possibilities. With over 3,600 sq. ft. of living space, the property boasts high ceilings, spacious rooms, (many with walk-in closets), hardwood floors, and even mahogany details in some rooms. Both units feature fireplaces (previously working). Unbeatable location—walk...Gracious and Spacious: Opportunity Knocks. Rare offering—this huge two-family was once a grand single-family home. Builders and contractors take note: restore it to its original glory, create two luxury condominiums, or explore other possibilities. With over 3,600 sq. ft. of living space, the property boasts high ceilings, spacious rooms, (many with walk-in closets), hardwood floors, and even mahogany details in some rooms. Both units feature fireplaces (previously working). Unbeatable location—walk to shops, restaurants, and the movie theater, with the T line just one block away. This is a gut rehab and may not qualify for traditional financing. Group showings only, starting Friday the 19th.
LISTING CLOSED: 12/02/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Norman O'Grady • RE/MAX On the Charles

Property Details for 19-21 Orkney Road

Status
MLS #
73432383
Days on Market
7
Taxes
$12,715 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Multi-family / 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1925
Town
Boston
MLS Area
Brighton
Area
MA-Boston-Brighton, MA-Boston
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,195,000

Avg days on market

25

Sale-to-list ratio

97.9%

[Boston, MA]

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Location

Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX On the Charles, Norman O'Grady

Sold By Efron Property Group, LLC, Prospect Boston Team

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Building Information for 19-21 Orkney Road

Stories3Residences2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,452 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,439 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,379

Property Taxes

$1,060

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 19-21 Orkney Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3630.0
  • Color: Yellow
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Wood Burning
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom with Shower Stall, Floored Attic, Walk-Up Attic, Heated Attic, Pantry, Bathroom With Tub, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Box/Bay/Bow Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Screens
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: Bost
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Taxes reflect the residential exemption of $3,984.21. One furnace and one water heater for whole house.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1217451
  • Assessments: $1,432,200
  • Book: 00
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Levels: 3
  • Cooling Units: 0
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Units: 1
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit 1 Description
  • Floor U1: 1
  • Lease U1: N
  • Levels U1: 1
Unit 2 Description
  • Floor U2: 2
  • Lease U2: N
  • Levels U2: 2
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Total Actual Rent: $.00

Property History for 19-21 Orkney Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 2, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73432383

$1,255,000
Sep 24, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73432383

Sep 24, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73432383

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/02/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73432383

$1,255,000
09/24/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73432383

09/24/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73432383

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

Public Records for 19-21 Orkney Road

Taxable ValueLand$613,600Additions$799,600Total$1,413,200
Tax Record2024$15,404 ($1,284 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,630 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,630 SqFtStories3Lot Size6,452 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1925ZoningR2CountySUFFOLKAPNBRIG W:21 P:02369 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 19-21 Orkney Road

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Baldwin Early Learning Center
PublicPK to 1

Brighton High School
Public7 to 12

Winship Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Edison K-8
PublicPK to 6

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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Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX On the Charles, Norman O'Grady

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