261 Marlborough St #4R, Boston, MA 02116

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261 Marlborough St #4R,Boston, MA 02116
$799,000
  • - Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 640 sq. ft.
  • Condominium
  • Active
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Listed by: hans nagrath
Office: compass
MLS#:73453510
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$799,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,248.44
  • Monthly HOA dues:$711

About this home

Step into the former grand parlor of a Back Bay mansion designed by architect Charles Brigham, reimagined for modern living. Built in 1887 for Henry Austin Whitney, a prominent shoe manufacturer & railroad executive, 261 Marlborough is a French Academic-style brownstone steeped in Boston’s history. This 640 sq. ft. studio, once part of the Whitney family’s home, still showcases ornate millwork, a monumental fireplace, and ceiling medallions that once hosted the city’s Gilded Age elite. Now transformed with a chef’s kitchen featuring bespoke cabinetry, quartz counters, and under-cabinet lighting, plus a spa-inspired bath with rainfall shower & clawfoot tub, the residence blends history with luxury. With soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and potential to convert to a 1-bedroom, it offers rare appeal. Perfectly set between Fairfield and Exeter Streets, just blocks from the Public Garden and Commonwealth Mall, it places you in the heart of Back Bay.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1930
  • Listing ID #:73453510
  • Updated:November 14, 2025 at 11:34 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Living area:640 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Hot Water, Steam

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Rubber
  • Year built:1930
  • Building area:640 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.01 Acres

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$799,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,248.44
  • Tax amount:$8,070 (2025)
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