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. Rented through 8/31/26.
— MLSPIN #: 73449125Map of 40 Orkney Rd, #1, Boston, MA 02135
| List Price: | $545,000 |
|---|---|
| Status: | Active |
| MLS ID: | 73449125 |
| Town: | Boston |
| County: | Suffolk |
| Zip: | 02135 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Condominium |
| Bedrooms: | 2 |
| Full Baths: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 800 sqft |
| Taxes: | 5,345 |
| Appliances: | Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator |
| Association Fee: | $493 |
| Cooling: | None |
| Flooring: | Hardwood |
| Heating: | Steam |
| Status: | Active |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Year Built: | 1910 |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Monthly |
| Directions: | Orkney Road is one way off of Sutherland, or Beacon to Ayr to Orkney. |
| Laundry Features: | In Basement, Common Area, In Building |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 7730 |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2025-10-29 |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Rooms Total: | 4 |
| Association Amenities: | Hot Water |
| Association Fee Includes: | Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 1 |
| Basement: | Y |
| Building Area Source: | Master Deed |
| Building Area Total: | 800 |
| Community Features: | Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, T-Station, University |
| Exterior Features: | Porch |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Number Of Units Total: | 36 |
| Parcel Number: | W:21 P:02405 S:038, 1218181 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Porch |
| Property Attached?: | Yes |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Structure Type: | Mid-Rise |
| Zoning: | CD |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Year Built Source: | Public Records |
| Disclosures: | Rented through August 2026 for $2850/month (originally $2700/month but was increased in May 2025). Low owner occupancy in the building may require special financing or a cash purchase. Taxes listed do not include the residential exemption of $3984.21 (FY25). |
| Entry Level: | 1 |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Sell |
| Certificate Number: | 000000780146 |
| Disclosure: | No |
| Dpr Flag: | Yes |
| Heat Zones: | 1 |
| Lead Paint: | Unknown |
| Listing Alert: | No |
| List Price Per Sqft: | $681.25 |
| Management: | Professional - Off Site |
| No Units Owner Occ: | 11 |
| Owner Occ Source: | Mgt company |
| Page: | 185 |
| Price Per Sqft: | $681.25 |
| Square Feet Incl Base: | No |
| Unit Building: | 1 |
| Original List Price: | $545,000 |
| Pets Allowed: | Yes |
| Room Bathroom1 Features: | Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled |
| Room Bathroom1 Level: | First |
| Room Bedroom2 Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting |
| Room Bedroom2 Level: | First |
| Room Kitchen Features: | Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances |
| Room Kitchen Level: | First |
| Room Living Room Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting |
| Room Living Room Level: | First |
| Room Master Bedroom Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting |
| Room Master Bedroom Level: | First |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $458,000 |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Year Built Details: | Approximate |
| Outdoor Space Available: | Yes - Private |
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MLS Property Information Network, Inc. data last updated on November 09, 2025 07:12 AM
Property Last Updated: November 03, 2025 02:19 PM
Listing Courtesy of: Compass
Listing Agent: Liz & Ellie Local


