81 Waltham St, Unit 6

826 Sq. Ft.
$1,513 / Sq. Ft.
826
Sq. Ft.
$1,513
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Beautifully renovated penthouse jewel box in the heart of the South End. Set on Boston Magazine’s “Best Street” in the coveted Eight Streets neighborhood, this top-floor 2-bedroom blends historic charm with modern updates throughout. Vaulted ceilings, exposed brick, skylights, and the most charming bow window create warmth and character. A sun-splashed living/dining area is centered on a wood-burning FP and opens to the kitchen, equipped with quartz counters, stainless appliances, gas cooking, and...Beautifully renovated penthouse jewel box in the heart of the South End. Set on Boston Magazine’s “Best Street” in the coveted Eight Streets neighborhood, this top-floor 2-bedroom blends historic charm with modern updates throughout. Vaulted ceilings, exposed brick, skylights, and the most charming bow window create warmth and character. A sun-splashed living/dining area is centered on a wood-burning FP and opens to the kitchen, equipped with quartz counters, stainless appliances, gas cooking, and a center island with bar seating. Two serene bedrooms, including a sunny primary with three large windows with tree-top views, offer ample storage. A stylish Carrara marble bathroom features a tub with glass enclosure and in-unit laundry. Full staircase leads to a large private roof deck with sweeping skyline views—perfect for entertaining. Additional features include hardwood floors and newer central AC. Well-run 6-unit association with many updates. Truly A++ location that checks every box!

Listing Agents

  1. Hanneman + Gonzales Team

    Hanneman + Gonzales Team

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    hgteam@compass.com

    P: (617)-480-7775

  2. Chris Gonzales

    Chris Gonzales

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    gonzales@compass.com

    P: (617)-487-3436

  3. Nick Hanneman

    Nick Hanneman

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    hanneman@compass.com

    P: (617)-480-7775

Property Details for 81 Waltham Street, Unit 6

Town
Boston
MLS Area
South End
Area
MA-Boston-South End, MA-Boston
Style
Rowhouse
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2025 03:09 PM

Property Details for 81 Waltham Street, Unit 6

StatusSold
MLS #73438716
Days on Market8
Taxes$11,962 / year
HOA Fees$482 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1890
CountySuffolk County

Location

Sold By Real Broker MA, LLC, Steph Crawford Group

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Building Information for 81 Waltham Street, Unit 6

Building/Complex81 Waltham StFloor6Stories1Residences6Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1890

Payment Calculator

$7,571 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,092

Property Taxes

$997

HOA Dues

$482

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 81 Waltham Street, Unit 6

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 826.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 6
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • 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: Taxes shown without Residential Exemption
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:03 P:05917 S:012,4276683
  • Assessments: $1,023,800
  • Book: 64897
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Units Owner Occupied: 4
  • Owner Occupied Source: Trustee
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 6
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 6.0

Property History for 81 Waltham Street, Unit 6

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 18, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922198720

$1,250,000

+5.9% / yr

Nov 18, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73438716

$1,250,000
Oct 10, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73438716

Oct 5, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73438716

Oct 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73438716

$1,175,000
May 8, 2015

Sold

MLS PIN #71801530

$773,000
Mar 15, 2015

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71801530

Mar 15, 2015

Contingent

MLS PIN #71801530

Mar 15, 2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71801530

$729,000
Sep 1, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #315233874

$555,555

+820.7% / yr

Sep 1, 2011

Sold

MLS PIN #71251969

$555,555
Jun 28, 2011

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71251969

Jun 28, 2011

Contingent

MLS PIN #71251969

Jun 22, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71251969

$549,000
Sep 16, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326780609

$1

-99.7% / yr

Jun 2, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #128300081

$449,500

+4.8% / yr

Jun 2, 2003

Sold

MLS PIN #30687477

$449,500
Apr 25, 2003

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30687477

Apr 25, 2003

Contingent

MLS PIN #30687477

Feb 6, 2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30687477

$475,000
Dec 31, 2002

Expired

MLS PIN #30673102

$499,500
Dec 6, 2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30673102

$499,500
Nov 30, 2002

Expired

MLS PIN #30661631

$499,500
Oct 24, 2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30661631

$529,000
Dec 15, 2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100161708

$400,500

+19.7% / yr

Nov 3, 1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100134270

$159,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/18/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922198720

$1,250,000

+5.9% / yr

11/18/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73438716

$1,250,000
10/10/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73438716

10/05/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73438716

10/02/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73438716

$1,175,000
05/08/2015

Sold

MLS PIN #71801530

$773,000
03/15/2015

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71801530

03/15/2015

Contingent

MLS PIN #71801530

03/15/2015

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71801530

$729,000
09/01/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #315233874

$555,555

+820.7% / yr

09/01/2011

Sold

MLS PIN #71251969

$555,555
06/28/2011

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71251969

06/28/2011

Contingent

MLS PIN #71251969

06/22/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71251969

$549,000
09/16/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #326780609

$1

-99.7% / yr

06/02/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #128300081

$449,500

+4.8% / yr

06/02/2003

Sold

MLS PIN #30687477

$449,500
04/25/2003

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #30687477

04/25/2003

Contingent

MLS PIN #30687477

02/06/2003

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30687477

$475,000
12/31/2002

Expired

MLS PIN #30673102

$499,500
12/06/2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30673102

$499,500
11/30/2002

Expired

MLS PIN #30661631

$499,500
10/24/2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30661631

$529,000
12/15/2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100161708

$400,500

+19.7% / yr

11/03/1995

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100134270

$159,500

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

Public Records for 81 Waltham Street, Unit 6

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,023,800Total-
Tax Record2025$11,856 ($988 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt826 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt826 SqFtStories1Lot Size826 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1890Year Renovated2011ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:03 P:05917 S:012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 81 Waltham Street, Unit 6

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 2 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Public - 6 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public2 to 12

Blackstone Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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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