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16 Chestnut St, Boston, MA, 02129

$1,799,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
3,446 SqFt
$522/SqFt
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16 Chestnut St, Boston$1,799,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingOn Street
Year Built1860
HeatingBaseboard, Hot Water
CoolingOther
FireplaceLiving Room, Bedroom
ViewCity
MLS #73313778
Lot Size0.03 Acres
StatusActive

About 16 Chestnut St

1860 Red Brick located on the renowned Freedom Trail. Quick access to the Tobin, Zakim, and the heart of Boston. Walk across the street to the Charlestown Navy Yard which houses the Oldest commissioned warship afloat today- The USS Constitution also known as Old Ironsides. Around the corner you will find the 17th century Training Field for the revolutionary war. Walk to the top of Chestnut and you will not only discover the extraordinary Bunker Hill Monument you will take in incredible views of Boston's skyline. An incredible historic area within a stretch of the inner streets of Boston. This legal SINGLE FAMILY home boasts 3 kitchens and baths and actually consists of 10 + rooms. All levels have separate hall entries. Third floor attic. 5 fireplaces throughout, wood floors and historic charm. This house is in a trust and so any disclosures or measures are not guaranteed. House is a diamond in the rough and will need lots of work. Much potential in a HIGHLY desirable area

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Living Area: 3,446 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Mayflower Realty, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (508) 747-1300
  • Listing Agent: Judith Swenson

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Kitchen, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Bathroom, Bedroom, Bonus Room, Entry Hall, Walk-up Attic
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Bedroom

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: City
  • Exterior: Deck - Roof

Parking Information:

  • Parking: On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.03 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Other

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Go to the monument and take Chestnut.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,799,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $522/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $71,114
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Boston, MA

City

Med. Sold Price

$819K

Med. Price/SqFt

$664

Avg. Days On Market

40

# of Sold Homes

314

16 Chestnut St vs Boston

32 DAYS ON ROCKET

-8 Days

$1,799,000

+$979.9K More

$522/SqFt

-$142 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $979.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $142/SqFt less than other homes in Boston, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73313778

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Mayflower Realty, Inc.
  • Office Phone: (508) 747-1300
  • Listing Agent: Judith Swenson

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 02, 2008Home Sold
$4,500,000
Mar 15, 1996Home Sold
$1,757,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$71,114$6,664,900
2020$61,946$5,866,100
2019$57,794$5,483,300
2018$53,691$5,123,200
2017$51,648$4,877,100

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

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Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Josiah Quincy Elementary School

  • 885 Washington St

  • 0.67 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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3
/10

  • Blackstone Innovation School

  • 380 Shawmut Ave

  • 1.18 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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5
/10

  • Kennedy-Longfellow

  • 158 Spring St

  • 1.31 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $102,244. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 16 Chestnut St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 16 Chestnut St property is $1,799,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 16 Chestnut St is a house located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02129.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 16 Chestnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $71,114 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on September 2, 2008 for $4,500,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 16 Chestnut St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 16 Chestnut St is 3,446 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 16 Chestnut St is 1860.

Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Suffolk County›Boston›02129›16 Chestnut St

This home is located at 16 Chestnut St in Boston, MA and zip code 02129 in the Beacon Hill neighborhood. This 3,446 square foot home, which was built in 1860, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,799,000.

In November 2024 more than 93 listings in Boston, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 55 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 166 were sold below. In November 2024 in Boston, MA there were 10% less homes for sale than in October 2024. In November 2024, listings were on the market for 40 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $819,029.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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