When was property at 53 Chestnut Street built and last sold?

The property at 53 Chestnut Street was built in 1900 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $85,500.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 53 Chestnut Street is $5,504,500.

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There are currently no comparable homes to 53 Chestnut Street.

Boston

02108

Beacon Hill

53 Chestnut St

$5,000,000

● House - Off Market

53 Chestnut St

Boston, MA 02108

5 Beds

3 Baths, 2 Half Baths

4,620 Ft²

$30,519

Est. Monthly

About This Property

Welcome to 53 Chestnut Street, a quintessential Federal-style single-family home nestled in the heart of historic Beacon Hill. This distinguished residence beautifully blends timeless elegance with modern conveniences, offering a unique opportunity to own a piece of Boston's rich architectural heritage.Upon entering the parlor floor, you'll be greeted by gracious entertaining areas that exude charm and sophistication. The spacious living room ideal for hosting gatherings, features period details, including a dramatic Palladian style window, soaring ceilings, intricate moldings, and large windows to bring in the south facing light. This home offers a seamless blend of historical character and contemporary comfort, making it a perfect sanctuary for those who appreciate classic beauty and modern living. Experience the allure of Beacon Hill living, where cobblestone streets, gas-lit lamps, and the vibrant community come together to create an unparalleled urban lifestyle.

Unit Size

4,620 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

0.03 acres

Price per sqft

$1,180

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$3,758

HOA Dues

Year Built

1900

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Last updated: 5 months ago (MLSPIN #73299109)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Jan 9, 2025	Sold	Premium
Sold
Nov 14, 2024	In contract	-
In contract
Oct 5, 2024	Listed by Compass	$5,450,000
Listed by Compass

	Welcome to 53 Chestnut Street, a quintessential Federal-style single-family home nestled in the heart of historic Beacon Hill. This distinguished residence beautifully blends timeless elegance with modern conveniences, offering a unique opportunity to own a piece of Boston's rich architectural heritage.Upon entering the parlor floor, you'll be greeted by gracious entertaining areas that exude charm and sophistication. The spacious living room ideal for hosting gatherings, features period details, including a dramatic Palladian style window, soaring ceilings, intricate moldings, and large windows to bring in the south facing light. This home offers a seamless blend of historical character and contemporary comfort, making it a perfect sanctuary for those who appreciate classic beauty and modern living. Experience the allure of Beacon Hill living, where cobblestone streets, gas-lit lamps, and the vibrant community come together to create an unparalleled urban lifestyle.
Jul 27, 2024	No longer available	-
No longer available
Jul 25, 2024	Withdrawn	-
Withdrawn
Sep 19, 2023	Listed by Compass	$5,600,000
Listed by Compass

	An elegant Federal Style 21’ wide single family home is situated on one of historic Beacon Hill’s most coveted streets, 53 Chestnut spans over 5,000 professionally measured square feet. This home offers 5 bedrooms and 5 baths (including 2 half baths), original detail, gracious entertaining space, chefs eat-in kitchen and two outdoor living spaces. The entry level is an ideal entertaining space which includes a double parlour, office, wet bar and dumbwaiter. Features include lower level eat-in kitchen, french doors to a private garden, family room, formal dining room and spacious roof deck. The primary suite is a private oasis that occupies the entire second floor which includes a large walk-in closet and a separate dressing room. Located steps away from the Boston Public Garden, The Boston Common, and the shops and restaurants of Charles Street. Enjoy proximity to the The Esplanade, Back Bay, MGH, MIT and Harvard.
Sep 28, 2022	Withdrawn	-
Withdrawn
Jun 20, 2022	Listed by Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate	$5,799,000
Listed by Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

	Magnificent Greek Revival family townhome boasts a prime location on Chestnut Street in Boston’s most storied neighborhood. Stunning and classically scaled living and entertaining rooms retain the timeless elegance of Beacon Hill, including the spectacular double parlor living room with soaring ceilings and lovely period detail, handsome study with wet bar, elegant formal dining room, relaxing family room and a spacious eat-in kitchen. This residence also possesses one of the most coveted and picturesque “hidden gardens” of Beacon Hill and an impeccably landscaped private deck with plenty of room for outdoor dining and entertaining. The entire third floor is dedicated to the luxurious primary suite with sitting area, expansive his and her dressing rooms and a lavish five-piece bath. This architecturally significant home offers something special for the discerning buyer and is just steps from the Public Garden, Boston Common and the many shops and restaurants of Charles Street.
Jan 9, 1996	Sold	Premium
Sold
Oct 23, 1995	Sold	Premium
Sold

Property Highlights

Parking Available

Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1900

Effective Year Built: 2013
Building Count: 1
Total Rooms: 10
Bedroom Count: 3
Bathroom Count: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Partial Bathrooms: 4
Building Condition: 6
Building Quality: 0
Construction Type: 0
Building Style: 16
Exterior Walls Type: 2
Interior Walls Type: 0
Roof Shape Type: 1
Roof Cover Type: 6
Floor Count: 300
Living Units: 1
Floor Cover: 0
Basement Type: 2
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 0
Parking Space Count: 0
Patio Type: 0
Porch Type: 0
Pool Type: 0

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 1,386

Total Building Area: 2,905
Gross Building Area: 4,620
Building Area: 2,905
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Fireplace Count: 1

Air Conditioning: 0
Heating: 10
Heated Square Feet: 2,905
Heating Fuel Type: 0

Utilities

Sewer System: 0

Water Service: 0

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Land Acres: 0000000032
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: 101

Neighborhood

School District Name: Boston School District

Census Tract: 020101

Zoning

Zoning: R1

Geography

Parcel: CBOS W:05 P:01539 S:000

Municipality: BOSTON-CENTRAL BOSTON
Latitude: 42.3574
Longitude: -71.0689

Address

Full Address: 53 Chestnut St

Address - House Number: 53
Address - Street Name: Chestnut
Address - Suffix Type: St
State: MA
City Name: Boston
Carrier Code: C008
4-Digit Zip Code: 3506
Zip Code: 02108

Valuation

Tax

Tax Year: 2023

Tax Amount: $4,443,200
Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2023

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.0698

Valuation Date: Mar 20, 2024
Confidence Score: 96
Final Value: 5,404,663
High Value: 5,782,172
Low Value: 5,027,154

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2023

Assessed Total Value: $4,137,100
Assessed Land Value: $2,264,800
Assessed Improvements Value: $1,872,300

Sales

Current Sale Recording Date: Jan 09, 1996

Current Sale Price:

Premium
Current Sale Document Type: 27
Previous Sale Recording Date: Oct 23, 1995
Previous Sale Amount: $75,000
Previous Sale Document Type: 34

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Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$1,199,000

Sale Price/ft²

$1,322

Below Asking

0.02%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

2295 ft²

Average Home Age

128.8 years

Currently For Sale

81 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Last Updated: 5 months ago
Data Source: MLS PIN, MLS# 73299109

53 Chestnut St

About This Property

Price History

Property Highlights

Building Info

Overview

Building

Neighborhood

Zoning

Geography

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About Beacon Hill

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