53 Clarendon St # 3, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$1,650,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,595,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,650,000
Difference:
+$55,000 (+3.4%)
Performance Metrics
103.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,295
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,339
This property sold for $1,339 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
A truly rare penthouse duplex offering iconic Boston living w/o the climb—this Golden Triangle residence blends effortless access w/elevated design & unforgettable city views. No stoop entry & just two easy flights up, the home feels both refined & refreshingly convenient. Sun-filled interiors showcase classic Boston charm w/exposed brick, a striking historic mantel, & postcard views of the John Hancock Building. The serene primary suite features a walk-in shower, dual sinks, & a spacious walk-in closet, while the second bedroom comfortably fits a queen & flexes beautifully as an office/nursery/den. An open kitchen/living area is designed for effortless entertaining, highlighted by a gas fireplace, custom built-ins, generous pantry, & a skylight that fills the space w/natural light. The crown jewel is the private roof deck-accessed via a full staircase w/a proper head house-offering a spectacular outdoor escape above the city. Central air, laundry, extra storage, & a strong association
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Property History
Market Insights
21.5%
Price Range
2
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Feb 13, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Feb 10, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Feb 6, 2026
$1,595,000
Original listing
Agent: Jackie O Real Estate Team
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Previous Transaction - MLS #72690666
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 15, 2020
$1,420,000
MLS #72690666
Previous Transaction - MLS #72112444
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Feb 28, 2017
$1,251,750
MLS #72112444
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 02/10/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 02/06/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,595,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/15/2020 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,420,000 | - | - | MLS #72690666 |
| 02/28/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,251,750 | - | - | MLS #72112444 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,832 | $1,194,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$13,832
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$371
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,194,500
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1880
Living Area
1,232 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Icemaker Connection
Financial
Annual Tax
$13,832
Assessed Value
$1,194,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$371 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
6
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
3
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
as measured by floor plans. public record has this as 1118- old measurements
Documents
Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (2)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
20 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,232 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,232 sq ft above grade
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Heat Pump
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.2 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.4 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.6 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#772 of 824
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
1.1 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.1 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.5 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.4 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
Dearborn Middle School
2.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.1 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
Timilty Middle
1.5 mi
UP Academy
1.5 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.4 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.5 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 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
1.5 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.6 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.2 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.4 mi
|
#322 of 346
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.5 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood
South End
53 Clarendon St # 3, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jackie O Real Estate Team
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone
617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID
TM338959
Office MLS ID
BB5522
Listing Data Updated
Mar 25, 2026 11:59 AM 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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