For Sale
54 Pinckney St, Boston, MA
Boston · MA 02114
- $6,199,000
- Price
- 5
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3852
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Single Family
Year built:
Built in 1833
Lot size:
1,344 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot:
$1,609 / Sq.Ft
Parking:
1 Off Street Space
Heating & cooling:
Heat, AC
About this home
Welcome to 54 Pinckney Street! Tucked away on one of Beacon Hill’s most coveted blocks just steps from Louisburg Square, 54 Pinckney Street is a masterclass in refined city living. This meticulously renovated townhouse offers five sun-drenched levels of living space, steeped in a rich literary heritage as the former residence of Nathaniel Hawthorne. Every floor has been reimagined with an uncompromising eye for detail, creating a layout that flows effortlessly from one level to the next.At the heart of the home, the state-of-the-art kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring sleek granite countertops and a premium appliance suite by Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Bosch. It opens directly onto a lush, private garden patio—a rare outdoor sanctuary that was recently featured on the prestigious Beacon Hill Hidden Garden Tour. This professionally planted oasis offers a level of horticultural beauty and privacy that is truly exceptional for the city.The second level serves as the home's centerpiece, boasting a grand formal living room with soaring ceilings and a handsome study/media room complete with a custom wet bar.The primary suite is a true retreat, with a large walk in closet and a breathtaking, spa-like bathroom anchored by a deep resin soaking tub and a glass enclosed shower room. The top floor contains 3 additional bedrooms and two full marble bathrooms featuring Water Works fixtures. Throughout the residence, five stately fireplaces, bespoke millwork, and rich hardwood floors add layers of warmth and character. Practicality is woven into the design with two laundry areas, all-new systems, and a versatile lower-level au pair suite. This private guest space includes a wine cellar, a new kitchen and its own separate entrance, providing independence and convenience for long-term visitors.A modern fire suppression sprinkler system and a security system is also in place.This is a masterful recreation of Old-World Boston, reimagined for a contemporary lifestyle with the highest caliber of craftsmanship and a storied past. Some photos are from a prior listing.
Neighborhood & Transit
Beacon Hill
54 Pinckney St, Boston · MA 02114
Nearby transit
Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.
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Charles/MGH Red 0.23 mi
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Park Street GreenRed 0.29 mi
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Bowdoin Blue 0.33 mi
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Downtown Crossing OrangeRed 0.40 mi
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Boylston Green 0.41 mi
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Government Center BlueGreen 0.41 mi
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State BlueOrange 0.47 mi
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Chinatown Orange 0.49 mi
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Arlington Green 0.50 mi
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 96 days
- Listing Price:
- $6,199,000
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $1,609
- Tax Assessment:
- $4,768,900 in 2025
- Taxes:
- $4,602 / Monthly
Home Facts
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Bathrooms
- 4
- Half Bathrooms
- 2
- Living Area
- 3,852 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Primary Bedroom
- En-suite bathroom
- Laundry
- Unknown
- Living levels
- Unknown
- Rooms
- 9
- Above grade area
- 3052
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Lead paint
- Unknown
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Forced Air
- Heating Zone
- Unknown
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Cooling Zones
- 3
- Water
- City/Town Water
- Sewer
- City/Town Sewer
- Electric Features
- Unknown
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 1,344 Sq.Ft
- Lot Description
- Gentle Slope
- Exterior Features
- Garden Area, Patio
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 0 Parking Spaces
- Off Street Parking
- 1 Parking Space, On Street Permit
Construction Details
- Construction Type
- Unknown
- Siding
- Brick
- Roof
- Unknown
Green Features
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Unknown
- Solar Panels
- Unknown
- Green Certified
- Unknown
- Insulation Features
- Unknown
- Energy Features
- Unknown
Listing information
- Listing agent
- Cort LaBonte Coldren Coopersmi
- Listing office
- Compass
- MLS PIN #
- 73557536
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