4 beds1,492 sqft$734/sqft
18 R Polk St, Boston, MA 02129
Est: $6,107/moGet pre-approved

Description

Tucked away off the street along a private walkway, this updated single-family home offers a rare sense of privacy in the heart of Charlestown. Thoughtfully renovated, this four-bedroom, two full bath home features a bright, sun-filled interior with quartz countertops, brand new stainless steel appliances, fresh paint, and new carpeting throughout. A flexible floor plan includes a first-floor bedroom—ideal for guests, home office, or den—nearby full bath with laundry. Generously sized bedrooms and...Tucked away off the street along a private walkway, this updated single-family home offers a rare sense of privacy in the heart of Charlestown. Thoughtfully renovated, this four-bedroom, two full bath home features a bright, sun-filled interior with quartz countertops, brand new stainless steel appliances, fresh paint, and new carpeting throughout. A flexible floor plan includes a first-floor bedroom—ideal for guests, home office, or den—nearby full bath with laundry. Generously sized bedrooms and an airy layout provide comfortable, versatile living. Step outside to a private patio, perfect for relaxing or outdoor dining. Additional highlights include a large, clean basement for storage or workshop use. A unique opportunity to own a single-family home offering both privacy and convenience near Charlestown amenities, transportation, and Boston. This wonderful residence lives and feels much larger than its square footage! Don't miss this truly outstanding opportunity!
LISTING UPDATED: 07/11/2026 03:08 AM

  1. Listed by Frank Celeste • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 18 R Polk Street

Status
MLS #
73497271
Days on Market
141
Taxes
$6,496 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1900
Town
Boston
MLS Area
Charlestown
Area
MA-Boston-Charlestown, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Frank Celeste
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Building Information for 18 R Polk Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,251 SF

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$6,107 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,566

Property Taxes

$541

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 18 R Polk Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Park, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1492.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
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: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Seller welcomes offers with requests for buyers concessions. Some photos are virtually staged. Please include wire policy with any offers.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1277594
  • Assessments: $519,700
  • Book: 20961
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: 0101
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 18 R Polk Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497271

$1,095,000
Dec 5, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73388618

$1,095,000
Jun 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73388618

$1,095,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/07/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73497271

$1,095,000
12/05/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73388618

$1,095,000
06/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73388618

$1,095,000

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

Public Records for 18 R Polk Street

Taxable ValueLand$200,300Additions$294,700Total$495,000
Tax Record2025$5,732 ($478 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,492 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,492 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,251 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1996ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNCHAR W:02 P:00140 S:000

Schools near 18 R Polk Street

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

Charlestown High School
Public7 to 12

Harvard-Kent Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Eliot K-8 Innovation School
PublicPK to 8

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.

Charlestown
Charlestown
A historic city neighborhood with small-town sensibility. A historic Boston neighborhood nestled between the Mystic and Charles Rivers. Families love Charlestown because it feels like a quaint New England town within Boston, the city’s culture and businesses just a bridge away.

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18 R Polk Street is a single family home for sale in Boston, MA 02129. This property was listed for sale on April 7, 2026 by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,095,000. It has been on the market for a total of 141 days and was last sold on October 29, 1996. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Warren-Prescott K-8 School, Charlestown High School and Harvard-Kent Elementary School. 18 R Polk Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,492 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Frank Celeste

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