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36 Orkney Road # 5, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$520,000
Est. $3,704/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
848
Sq Ft
$613
Price/Sq Ft
1910
Year Built
32
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 12, 2024 • MLS# 73250811 Copied!

About this home

Top floor unit in the ideal Cleveland Circle location offering restaurants, Chestnut Hill Reservoir and many neighborhood conveniences. Bordering the Brookline line and a short distance to B,C and D lines. Walk in to a gracious foyer and large living room showcasing classic Boston pre-war charm. Hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen and high ceilings. Both bedrooms are spacious with good closet space. Laundry and storage in the basement. Heat and hot water are included in the condo fee with ample free resident permit parking. To top it off, you have a private porch overlooking Beacon Street. Pets are welcome!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner 32 ORKNEY LLC
Mailing Address Washington, BROOKLINE, MA, 02445

Land Use

Use Code 104
Description Two-Family
Style Semi-Det

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,016,200
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $10,457
CPA Surcharge 1% ($94)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,551

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $413,900 $602,300 $1,016,200

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Dec 6, 2019 $895,000 62191/11

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: geocode_proximity (83.1% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
848 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $530,000
Final Sale Price: $520,000
Difference: $10,000 (-1.9%)
Performance Metrics
98.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
32
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $625
Sale $/sq ft: $613
This property sold for $613 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.9% below the original asking price.

The property spent 32 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 38 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$613/sq ft
Area Average
$176/sq ft
Difference
+248.2%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 848 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $4,617
Assessed Value $423,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Structure Type: Rowhouse, Mid-Rise, Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Brighton

36 Orkney Road # 5, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
B
Winship Elementary School
0.8 mi | #407 of 824 | Score: 47.6
Dropped 189 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
353 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Edison Elementary School
0.8 mi | #759 of 824 | Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
502 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Kennedy Hope Academy
1.0 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
St. Columbkille Partnership School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Lyon Elementary School
1.2 mi | #333 of 352 | Score: 27.3
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-30.9 below state avg
143 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
German International School Boston
1.8 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
Match Charter Public School
1.8 mi | #281 of 346 | Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.8 mi | #10 of 12 | Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Manville School
2.1 mi
Grades K-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.4 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.1 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.3 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
5.1 mi
C
Ohrenberger School
5.2 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Epiphany School
5.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Timilty Middle
3.0 mi
Irving Middle
3.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.6 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
0.9 mi | #321 of 346 | Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students Diverse
11 sports • 520 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
1.0 mi | #312 of 346 | Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students Diverse
Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.5 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.7 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students Less Diverse
Strong AP Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
2.9 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students Moderate
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.1 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.6 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
3.6 mi
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Market Insights

1.9%
Price Range
34
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 15, 2024
$520,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 34
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Listed for Sale
Jun 12, 2024
$530,000
Original listing
Agent: Eugene Lee Office: Lee Realty Boston

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 12, 2024 New Listing Added $530,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
32 days
Price per Sq Ft
$613

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $4,617 $423,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,617
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$490
Monthly
Assessed Value
$423,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Eugene Lee
Listing Office Lee Realty Boston
Agent MLS ID BB805995
Office MLS ID AN1442
Listing Data Updated Aug 15, 2024 12:24 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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