85 Brainerd Rd, Unit 505

1,190 Sq. Ft.
$663 / Sq. Ft.
1,190
Sq. Ft.
$663
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Experience elevated urban living in this stunning 5th-floor penthouse with private roof deck. This sleek duplex unit features two floors. First floor is an open-concept layout with an updated chef's kitchen and spacious pantry, flowing seamlessly into the living room, dining area and half bath. The upper level offers a flexible floor plan: a primary suite with a generous walk-in closet and a versatile second room—ideal as a private home office or a guest bedroom. Retreat to your own private roof...Experience elevated urban living in this stunning 5th-floor penthouse with private roof deck. This sleek duplex unit features two floors. First floor is an open-concept layout with an updated chef's kitchen and spacious pantry, flowing seamlessly into the living room, dining area and half bath. The upper level offers a flexible floor plan: a primary suite with a generous walk-in closet and a versatile second room—ideal as a private home office or a guest bedroom. Retreat to your own private roof deck for sunset cocktails and skyline views. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, central AC, and elevator access. Amenities in the building include a fitness center, swimming pool, and a dog-friendly common walkway. Nestled in a prime Allston location just steps from the Green Line MBTA with easy access to BU and BC. One garage parking space included.
  1. Listed by Christie Xie • Nuage Real Estate Group

Property Details for 85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Allston
Area
MA-Boston-Allston, MA-Boston
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 05/18/2026 03:39 PM

Property Details for 85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505

StatusActive
MLS #73516799
Days on Market27
Taxes$9,076 / year
HOA Fees$650 / month
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1986
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Nuage Real Estate Group, Christie Xie
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Building Information for 85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505

Building/ComplexRedstone CourtFloor5Stories4Residences80Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1986

Payment Calculator

$5,338 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,932

Property Taxes

$756

HOA Dues

$650

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Property Information for 85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Pool, Elevator(s)
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1190.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 80
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Interior Features: Intercom
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Pool - Inground
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof + Access Rights
  • Pool Features: Association, In Ground
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: One of the bedrooms doesn't have a window. Currently leased for $3,735/month until 8/31/26. Some photos have been professionally enhanced by AI.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1206225
  • Assessments: $725,700
  • Book: 54930
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: R
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 505
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 5.0

Property History for 85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73516799

$789,000—
Aug 17, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #554886916

$599,000

+3.4% / yr

Aug 17, 2015

Sold

MLS PIN #71873357

$599,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/12/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73516799

$789,000
08/17/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #554886916

$599,000

+3.4% / yr

08/17/2015

Sold

MLS PIN #71873357

$599,000

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

Public Records for 85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$581,800Total-
Tax Record2022$6,330 ($528 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,190 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,190 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,190 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1986ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNALLS W:21 P:01515 S:112

Schools near 85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 12
Public - PK to 1
Public - 7 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Horace Mann School For The Deaf
PublicPK to 12

Baldwin Early Learning Center
PublicPK to 1

Brighton High School
Public7 to 12

Another Course To College
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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85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02134. This property was listed for sale on May 12, 2026 by Nuage Real Estate Group, it's currently listed at $789,000. It has been on the market for a total of 27 days and was last sold on August 17, 2015. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Horace Mann School For The Deaf, Baldwin Early Learning Center and Brighton High School. 85 Brainerd Road, Unit 505 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,190 sqft condo built in 1986.

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Listing Courtesy of Nuage Real Estate Group, Christie Xie

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