This lovely 2-bed home is in excellent condition and perfect for a new owner-occupant or investor. The renovated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and stylish fixtures. Other recent updates include a modern bathroom with built-in storage; gorgeous refinished hardwood floors and fresh paint; all new energy-efficient windows; and recessed lighting throughout. The open living/dining room has a built-in china cabinet, and the bedrooms are comparably sized for maximum flexibility—roommates, work-from-home, or guest space. The generous entry foyer allows for a desk or armoire. Additional benefits include a private porch, laundry just one floor below, and a large exclusive-use storage area. Heat and hot water are included in the condo fee. Well situated near B, C, and D Green Line stations, Boston College, restaurants, shopping, and public recreation areas including dog parks, tennis/pickleball courts, and Chestnut Hill Reservoir.
Sold for $505,000
$505,000
40 Orkney Rd APT 1, Brighton, MA 02135
2beds
800sqft
Condominium
Built in 1910
-- sqft lot
$505,100 Zestimate®
$631/sqft
$4,172 Estimated rent
Home value
$505,100
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Liz & Ellie Local 617-444-9644,
Compass 617-303-0067
Bought with:
Katherine Kranenburg
Real Broker MA, LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73486284
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 800
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Details
- Parcel number: W:21 P:02405 S:038,1218183
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, T-Station, University
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $518 monthly
Location
- Region: Brighton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $631/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $458,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,345
- Date on market: 4/18/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Listing removed | $4,200$5/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Sold | $505,000-1%$631/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,200-22.2%$5/sqft |
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| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $510,000$638/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Contingent | $510,000$638/sqft |
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| 3/31/2026 | Price change | $510,000-1.9%$638/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $520,000-4.6%$650/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listing removed | $545,000$681/sqft |
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| 10/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $545,000+27150%$681/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Listing removed | $5,400$7/sqft |
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| 8/1/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,400+58.8%$7/sqft |
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| 3/17/2025 | Listing removed | $3,400$4/sqft |
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| 2/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,400+25.9%$4/sqft |
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| 1/28/2025 | Listing removed | $2,700$3/sqft |
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| 1/21/2025 | Price change | $2,700-6.9%$3/sqft |
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| 1/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,900-7.9%$4/sqft |
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| 2/28/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/30/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,150+23.5%$4/sqft |
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| 8/7/2018 | Listing removed | $2,550$3/sqft |
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| 6/6/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,550+10.9%$3/sqft |
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| 4/6/2017 | Listing removed | $2,300$3/sqft |
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| 3/29/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,300-6.1%$3/sqft |
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| 4/12/2016 | Listing removed | $2,450$3/sqft |
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| 3/12/2016 | Listed for rent | $2,450+2.1%$3/sqft |
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| 11/24/2015 | Listing removed | $2,400$3/sqft |
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| 10/24/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,400$3/sqft |
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| 5/20/2014 | Sold | $2,000-99.3%$3/sqft |
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| 7/14/2010 | Sold | $301,000-1.3%$376/sqft |
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| 3/3/2004 | Sold | $305,000+205%$381/sqft |
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| 5/30/1997 | Sold | $100,000$125/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,304 +12% | $458,000 +5.4% |
| 2024 | $4,737 +1.5% | $434,600 |
| 2023 | $4,668 +4.6% | $434,600 +6% |
| 2022 | $4,461 +2% | $410,000 |
| 2021 | $4,375 +0.9% | $410,000 -0.2% |
| 2020 | $4,337 +2.2% | $410,700 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,244 +7.6% | $402,700 +7% |
| 2018 | $3,945 +348.6% | $376,400 +8% |
| 2017 | $879 -75% | $348,600 +9% |
| 2016 | $3,518 -3.6% | $319,800 +6.1% |
| 2015 | $3,649 +6% | $301,300 +15% |
| 2013 | $3,443 +5.1% | $262,000 +4.3% |
| 2012 | $3,276 +3.7% | $251,200 +1.7% |
| 2011 | $3,158 +6.6% | $246,900 -1% |
| 2010 | $2,963 +5.9% | $249,400 -5.2% |
| 2009 | $2,797 -3.1% | $263,100 |
| 2008 | $2,886 -1.2% | $263,100 -1% |
| 2007 | $2,921 | $265,800 |
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Neighborhood: Brighton
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