51 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 02129

Boston
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate The Shanahan Group
51 Chestnut Street,Boston, MA 02129
$2,700,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,593 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Upcoming open houses
  • Thu, Jun 11
    05:00 pm - 06:00 pm
Listed by: nancy roth
Office: gibson sotheby's international realty
MLS#:73532468
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$2,700,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$751.46

About this home

Located on a gas-lit street near Monument Square, this rarely available, 4BR/3.5BA, two-family home offers 3,593+sf and an extraordinary opportunity for an owner occupant, investor/developer, or buyer looking to convert into a spectacular single family home. The grand entrance is defined by soaring ceilings, period moldings, and a sweeping staircase that leads to an impressive formal living room. An elegant dining room flows into a chef’s kitchen with luxury finishes and top-tier appliances. A charming family room w/wet bar and gas FP provides an inviting hub for daily living. A spacious primary suite w/FP has ample closet space and marble spa bath. An addt’l bedroom and full bath complete this level. The separate entrance, 1BR rental unit in the rear of the first floor is well maintained. The crown jewel is an expansive 480sf private roof deck, w/head house, wet bar, and panoramic views of the harbor, Monument, and Boston skyline. A lush garden patio completes this special offering.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1865
  • Listing ID #:73532468
  • Updated:June 09, 2026 at 07:58 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:10
  • Flooring:Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wood, Hardwood, Marble, Tile, Wood
  • Dining Description:Chair Rail, Dining Area, Living/Dining Room Combo, Pendant, Pocket Door, Recessed Lighting, Wood
  • Bathrooms Description:Bathroom, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Kitchen Description:Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dishwasher, Disposal, Flooring - Wood, Freezer, Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Pendant, Microwave, Peninsula, Range, Range Hood, Recessed Lighting, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Basement Description:Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Living area:3,593 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:2 Cooling Zones, Central Air
  • Heating:Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Rubber
  • Year built:1865
  • Building area:3,593 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.05 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Italianate
  • Construction Materials:Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Exterior Features:Deck - Roof, Garden, Patio
  • Foundation Description:Granite

Schools

  • High school:Bps
  • Middle school:Bps
  • Elementary school:Bps

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,700,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$751.46
  • Tax amount:$30,727 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Third Floor, Washer
  • Amenities:Foyer, Gas Water Heater, Lighting - Overhead, Vestibule

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:1
  • Parking description:Detached, Leased
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1
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