3 River St Pl

1,344 Sq. Ft.
$1,414 / Sq. Ft.
1,344
Sq. Ft.
$1,414
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare offering of a small single-family Greek Revival style townhouse on the flat of historic Beacon Hill. c.1840. This four story and basement house tucked behind the Charles Street Meeting House, overlooks a serene brick courtyard. The first floor has an open modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, counter seating, an original ornamental fireplace with warming oven and a dining area looking out to a neighboring, recessed brick courtyard. Half bath. Large living room on the...Rare offering of a small single-family Greek Revival style townhouse on the flat of historic Beacon Hill. c.1840. This four story and basement house tucked behind the Charles Street Meeting House, overlooks a serene brick courtyard. The first floor has an open modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, counter seating, an original ornamental fireplace with warming oven and a dining area looking out to a neighboring, recessed brick courtyard. Half bath. Large living room on the second floor with a fireplace flanked by built-in-bookcases. The third floor has a good size bedroom and bath with shower stall. The fourth floor has a good size bedroom and bath with tub. Stair to a spectacular full-size deck with charming neighborhood rooftop views. Full basement with ample storage, washer and dryer and heating/AC systems. Wood floors throughout. Tucked into a quiet location yet steps from the hustle and bustle of ever-fascinating Charles St.
  1. Listed by Joseph Govern • Street & Company

Property Details for 3 River St Place

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Beacon Hill
Area
MA-Boston-Beacon Hill, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Antique, Federal
Style
Antique, Federal
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
LISTING UPDATED: 07/18/2025 10:57 AM

Property Details for 3 River St Place

StatusSold
MLS #73356374
Days on Market49
Taxes$19,865 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Attached
Year Built1850
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Street & Company, Joseph Govern

Sold By Olde Forge Realty, Glenn Forger

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Building Information for 3 River St Place

Stories-Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size0.01 AC / 425 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,916 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,260

Property Taxes

$1,655

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3 River St Place

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1344.0
  • 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: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband, Security System
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Lot Description: Zero Lot Line, Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Roof Material: Rubber
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: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts
  • Heating: Central, 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
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: OWNER HAD INTERIOR SQUARE FOOTAGE PROFESSIONALLY MEASURED AT 1476 SQ.FT.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 3354257
  • Assessments: $2,043,600
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 3 River St Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 27, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73356374

$1,900,000—
May 9, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73356374

—
May 9, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73356374

—
Apr 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73356374

$2,100,000—
May 6, 2014

Canceled

MLS PIN #71636634

$1,200,000—
May 5, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #415438039

$1,100,000

+1.0% / yr

May 5, 2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71636632

$1,100,000—
Mar 2, 2014

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71636632

—
Mar 2, 2014

Contingent

MLS PIN #71636632

—
Feb 19, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71636634

$1,200,000—
Feb 19, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71636632

$1,200,000—
Jul 27, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #335570975

$1,080,000

-0.6% / yr

Jun 19, 2012

Canceled

MLS PIN #71287904

$1,099,000—
Sep 15, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71287904

$1,199,000—
Mar 28, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #193778996

$1,125,000

+9.0% / yr

Aug 25, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #127855316

$900,000

+10.7% / yr

Apr 1, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100074792

$575,000

+58.6% / yr

Mar 8, 1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100082260

$140,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/27/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73356374

$1,900,000
05/09/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73356374

—
05/09/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73356374

—
04/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73356374

$2,100,000
05/06/2014

Canceled

MLS PIN #71636634

$1,200,000
05/05/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #415438039

$1,100,000

+1.0% / yr

05/05/2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71636632

$1,100,000
03/02/2014

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71636632

—
03/02/2014

Contingent

MLS PIN #71636632

—
02/19/2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71636634

$1,200,000
02/19/2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71636632

$1,200,000
07/27/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #335570975

$1,080,000

-0.6% / yr

06/19/2012

Canceled

MLS PIN #71287904

$1,099,000
09/15/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71287904

$1,199,000
03/28/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #193778996

$1,125,000

+9.0% / yr

08/25/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #127855316

$900,000

+10.7% / yr

04/01/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100074792

$575,000

+58.6% / yr

03/08/1996

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100082260

$140,000

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

Public Records for 3 River St Place

Taxable ValueLand$910,100Additions$1,133,500Total$2,043,600
Tax Record2025$23,665 ($1,972 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtStories4Lot Size425 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1840Year Renovated2013ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:02407 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3 River St Place

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

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Listing Courtesy of Street & Company, Joseph Govern

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