79 Florence Street, Unit 600S
Listed for $2,490,000
A Home That Brought Two Lives Together
When they married, it wasn’t just about joining hearts. It was about blending two full lives, each with deep roots. One had long called Cambridge home. The other was firmly planted in Weston. In 2018, they found their middle ground, both geographically and emotionally, at Hampton Place in Chestnut Hill.
They hadn’t planned to fall in love with a condo, but this top-floor, light-filled corner penthouse made it easy. At 3,141 square feet with three bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, all on one level, it offered the space they needed to build their life together while still honoring their individual pursuits. With room for two home offices, guests, and quiet corners, it felt expansive and deeply livable.
The fact that it was already fully renovated sealed the deal. They could move right in, choosing only paint colors and designing bookshelves to house the stories of their lives. Floor-to-ceiling windows brought in soft morning sun and golden afternoon light from three directions—south, east, and west. Four garage spaces and full-service concierge care offered comfort and ease from the start.
They came for practicality but found something deeper: a sense of belonging. She joined a book club and became a regular at the gym. They walked the grounds, swam in the pools, and appreciated the easy rhythm of life at Hampton Place—private, peaceful, and quietly connected to those around them.
Steps from the Chestnut Hill Mall, The Street, Wegmans, and conservation trails at Hahn Brook and Lost Pond, this home balances serenity with convenience. For buyers seeking a refined, welcoming, move-in-ready space in one of Chestnut Hill’s most admired buildings, this penthouse offers warmth, light, and the quiet luxury of ease.
Property Details
Interior
Size: 3,141 square feet
Rooms: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3 full & 1 half
Storage: Storage cage in the lower level (#855)
Fireplace: 1 electric fireplace
Exterior
Material: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Outdoors: Pond & walking trail, outdoor pool
Parking: 4 garage parking spaces (# 5,6, 18 & 19)
Systems
Heat: Forced air by gas, 6 zones
Cooling: Central air by gas, 5 zones
Electrical: Circuit breakers
Hot Water: Tank by gas
Laundry: In-unit
Other
Year Built: 1984
Taxes: $17,383 without residential exemption ($16,171 with residential exemption)
Monthly Fee: $3,069/mo.
Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Swimming Pool, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Recreational Facilities, Exercise Room, Sauna/Steam, Clubroom, Extra Storage, Refuse Removal, Garden Area, Clubhouse, Reserve Funds, and Management Fee
Occupancy: 99 of 99 units are owner-occupied
Rental Policy: No less than 12 months. Lease term limited to 2 years. After 2-year lease is up, the unit must be owner-occupied for two consecutive years before it can be rented again.
Pet Policy: Dogs, cats, or other animals may not be kept in any unit without the prior written consent of the Trustees
