53 Chestnut St

4,620 Sq. Ft.
$1,082 / Sq. Ft.
4,620
Sq. Ft.
$1,082
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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,...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.

Listing Agents

  1. Diana Coldren

    Diana Coldren

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    diana.coldren@compass.com

    P: (617)-953-7237

  2. Colleen Coopersmith

    Colleen Coopersmith

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

  3. Brigitte LaBonte

    Brigitte LaBonte

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

  4. Jeanine Cort

    Jeanine Cort

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    jeanine.cort@compass.com

    P: (617)-335-2818

Property Details for 53 Chestnut Street

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Beacon Hill
Area
MA-Boston-Beacon Hill, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Federal
Style
Federal
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
LISTING UPDATED: 01/09/2025 11:43 AM

Property Details for 53 Chestnut Street

StatusSold
MLS #73299109
Days on Market54
Taxes$45,094 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Attached
Year Built1900
CountySuffolk County
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Building Information for 53 Chestnut Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,386 SF

Payment Calculator

$28,127 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$24,369

Property Taxes

$3,758

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 53 Chestnut Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 4620.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Single Family Type: Attached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Security System, Other(See Remarks)
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Lot Description: Gentle Sloping
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Other (See Remarks)
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Central Air Conditioning is on the Second Floor Only. Fireplaces convey AS IS.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:01539 S:000,3356558
  • Assessments: $4,137,100
  • Book: 18397
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: R1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Other
  • Frontage: 21.00
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 53 Chestnut Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 9, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1549081360

$5,000,000

+30.8% / yr

Jan 9, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73299109

$5,000,000—
Nov 28, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73299109

—
Nov 14, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73299109

—
Oct 5, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73299109

$5,450,000—
Jul 26, 2024

Expired

MLS PIN #73161015

$5,600,000—
Jul 25, 2024

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73161015

$5,600,000—
Sep 19, 2023

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73161015

$5,600,000—
Sep 28, 2022

Canceled

MLS PIN #73000386

$5,799,000—
Sep 28, 2022

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73000386

$5,799,000—
Jun 20, 2022

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73000386

$5,990,000—
Jul 30, 1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100089131

$1,087—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/09/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1549081360

$5,000,000

+30.8% / yr

01/09/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73299109

$5,000,000
11/28/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73299109

—
11/14/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73299109

—
10/05/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73299109

$5,450,000
07/26/2024

Expired

MLS PIN #73161015

$5,600,000
07/25/2024

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73161015

$5,600,000
09/19/2023

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73161015

$5,600,000
09/28/2022

Canceled

MLS PIN #73000386

$5,799,000
09/28/2022

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73000386

$5,799,000
06/20/2022

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73000386

$5,990,000
07/30/1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100089131

$1,087

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 53 Chestnut Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,368,300Additions$1,450,600Total$3,818,900
Tax Record2025$44,223 ($3,685 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,905 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,905 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,386 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated2013ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:01539 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 53 Chestnut Street

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 2 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Mel H King Elementary
Public2 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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