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.
For sale
$789,000
85 Brainerd Rd APT 505, Allston, MA 02134
2beds
1,190sqft
Condominium
Built in 1986
-- sqft lot
$768,900 Zestimate®
$663/sqft
$650/mo HOA
What's special
Central acSleek duplex unitIn-unit laundryOpen-concept layoutDining areaPrivate roof deckPrivate home office
- 71 days |
- 323 |
- 14 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christie Xie 617-678-3889,
Nuage Real Estate Group 617-678-3889
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73516799
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,190
- Total interior livable area: 1,190 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,190
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Under
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof + Access Rights
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
- Pool features: Association, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Details
- Parcel number: 1206225
- Zoning: R
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Intercom
HOA
- Amenities included: Pool, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $650 monthly
Location
- Region: Allston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $663/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $725,700
- Annual tax amount: $9,076
- Date on market: 5/12/2026
Estimated market value
$768,900
$730,000 - $807,000
$3,995/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $789,000+31.7%$663/sqft |
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| 3/7/2025 | Listing removed | $2,975$3/sqft |
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| 2/21/2025 | Price change | $2,975-12.4%$3/sqft |
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| 2/16/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,395+4.5%$3/sqft |
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| 1/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/29/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,250$3/sqft |
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| 12/12/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/8/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,250$3/sqft |
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| 11/8/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/6/2023 | Price change | $3,250-5.8%$3/sqft |
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| 10/24/2023 | Price change | $3,450-9.2%$3/sqft |
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| 9/13/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,800+16.9%$3/sqft |
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| 9/13/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/6/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,250+1.6%$3/sqft |
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| 10/30/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/29/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,200+6.7%$3/sqft |
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| 7/15/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/9/2022 | Listed for rent | $3,000-6.3%$3/sqft |
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| 4/20/2019 | Listing removed | $3,200$3/sqft |
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| 2/5/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,200+1.6%$3/sqft |
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| 6/8/2018 | Listing removed | $3,150$3/sqft |
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| 5/1/2018 | Listed for rent | $3,150+5%$3/sqft |
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| 5/9/2017 | Listing removed | $3,000$3/sqft |
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| 5/7/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,000+7.1%$3/sqft |
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| 10/1/2015 | Listing removed | $2,800$2/sqft |
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| 8/17/2015 | Sold | $599,000+34.6%$503/sqft |
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| 8/21/2006 | Sold | $445,000+242.3%$374/sqft |
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| 4/25/1994 | Sold | $130,000-22.6%$109/sqft |
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| 8/15/1988 | Sold | $168,000$141/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,238 +22.6% | $711,400 +15.4% |
| 2024 | $6,722 +1.5% | $616,700 |
| 2023 | $6,623 +4.6% | $616,700 +6% |
| 2022 | $6,330 +2% | $581,800 |
| 2021 | $6,208 -2.2% | $581,800 -3.2% |
| 2020 | $6,349 +2.2% | $601,200 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,213 +7.6% | $589,500 +7% |
| 2018 | $5,776 +922.2% | $551,100 +8% |
| 2017 | $565 -86.6% | $510,400 +33% |
| 2016 | $4,222 -13.5% | $383,800 -4.8% |
| 2015 | $4,882 +6% | $403,100 +15% |
| 2013 | $4,606 -2.1% | $350,500 -2.8% |
| 2012 | $4,704 +6.8% | $360,700 +4.8% |
| 2011 | $4,404 +6.6% | $344,300 -1% |
| 2010 | $4,132 +1.6% | $347,800 -9.1% |
| 2009 | $4,066 -3.1% | $382,500 |
| 2008 | $4,196 -1.2% | $382,500 -1% |
| 2007 | $4,247 | $386,400 |
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Neighborhood: Allston
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABaldwin Early Learning CenterGrades: PK-1Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Brighton High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Gardner Pilot AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.9 mi
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