Looking back at 2010, what were the most expensive South End condos that sold? Far and above the rest, the penthouse at 30 Upton Street is the gold ribbon winner. Offered to the market on May 4, 2010 at $3,299,000 and closing on November 12, 2010 for $3,275,000, the expansive 3,400 square foot penthouse was the only South End sale to cross the $3 million mark.
The duplex boasted a rich pedigree of features that would impress the most discerning South End condo buyer.
- Direct elevator access to residence with two convenient entries
- Expansive regal sized entertainment living space offering tree top oasis of 21st century living including 24’ x 20’ dining area, dramatic arched cathedral 32’ x 20’ skylit living room and gas fireplace with Zen inspired ceramic tile
- Magnificent kitchen by Venegas Kitchens/Boston Design Center with combination of lacquered and walnut finish cabinetry, Thermodor appliances including separate built-in refrigerator, 18” freedom freezer, 36” Masterpiece Series 5-burner cooktop, Bosch integrated panel dishwasher, GE Monogram wall oven and Avantrium convection speed cook oven, Calcutta marble countertops with breakfast bar and pantry room for food prep with additional sink
- Beautiful powder room with Ann Sacks tile floors, Geologica ceramic tile walls, Kohler Saile dual flush toilet, custom designed “Wave” pedestal with glass vessel bowl sink and Kohler faucet
- Wet bar with custom cabinetry, Marvel 24” beverage cooler, separate free standing ice maker and Miele Slim-line dishwasher
- Coat closet
- Full staircase leading to private roof deck with panoramic skyline vista
- Presidential sized master bedroom with gas fireplace measuring approximately 37’ x 14’
- Luxurious en suite bath with exquisite combination of Calcutta marble, glass and textured ceramic tile, Ge-berit toilet, walk-in shower with Grohe fixtures including body sprays and rain shower overhead fixture, Ultra Bain air jet tub, double sinks with custom vanity, Robern medicine cabinets, radiant heated hardwood floors and window offering natural light
- Large walk-in master closet
- French door access to balcony Linen closet
- Guest bedroom with walk-in closet, en suite bath with leather textured ceramic floors, angled walk-in shower with Hans Grohe fixtures, vanity with vessel sink, Kohler faucet and radiant heated floors
- Third bedroom with closet and en suite bath with leather textured ceramic floors, vanity with vessel sink/tub and radiant heated floor
- Laundry room with GE washer and gas dryer
- Utility closet plus additional double hall closet
- Walnut stained hardwood floors throughout living areas
- New Mitsubishi central air conditioning and heating with 8 programmable zones
- Supplemental in-line duct heaters for extreme cold weather temperatures
- One direct access parking space
- Additional garage parking available at Wilkes Passage
- Media closet with home run wiring for audio, media, alarm, wifi and window treatment control
Monthly condominium fees for the penthouse were estimated at $1,295. At approximately $963 per square foot, 30 Upton Street came very close to breaking the $1,000 price per square foot barrier oftentimes only seen in downtown Boston at the most luxurious condominium developments, that said, definitely one of the most prestigious South End condos.