56 Winthrop Street

Boston, MA 02129

$2,349,000
Price
4
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
1,839 Sq. Ft.
$1,277 / Sq. Ft.
1,839
Sq. Ft.
$1,277
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charlestown Single Family with a historic past in the gaslight district. Built in 1798, this charming home overlooks the Iconic Winthrop Square training field. The heart of the community hosting Halloween, Bunker Hill day & summer concerts. The LARGEST private fenced-in side yard. Urban sanctuary with a suburban feel. Abundant green grass for BBQ’s & dinner parties under the stars. Space for your own basketball hoop! Enter into an inviting sunny living & dining space w/2 fireplaces & arched doorways....Charlestown Single Family with a historic past in the gaslight district. Built in 1798, this charming home overlooks the Iconic Winthrop Square training field. The heart of the community hosting Halloween, Bunker Hill day & summer concerts. The LARGEST private fenced-in side yard. Urban sanctuary with a suburban feel. Abundant green grass for BBQ’s & dinner parties under the stars. Space for your own basketball hoop! Enter into an inviting sunny living & dining space w/2 fireplaces & arched doorways. Sunroom makes a perfect home office. Powder room & W/D off the kitchen. Renovated in 2013 the expansive upstairs has a newer skylight, 4 spacious BR's, custom closets & full bath. Postcard views. Formerly owned by Capt. Comfort Bird, renowned mariner 1798-1803. Dozens of Revolutionary War artifacts found on the property. Only blocks from the Monument & Naval Shipyard. Stroll to the North End for dinner or TD for a game. Once in a lifetime opportunity to own your dream home.
  1. Listed by Collin Bray • Century 21 Cityside

Property Details for 56 Winthrop Street

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Charlestown
Area
MA-Boston-Charlestown, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Federal
Style
Federal
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/14/2024 12:32 PM

Property Details for 56 Winthrop Street

StatusActive
MLS #73234429
Days on Market12
Taxes$18,818 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1798
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 56 Winthrop Street

Stories-Year Built1798Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,602 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,388 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,819

Property Taxes

$1,568

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 56 Winthrop Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1839.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Lot Description: Level
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
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 1281992
  • Assessments: $1,726,400
  • Book: 51989
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 56 Winthrop Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 56 Winthrop Street

Taxable ValueLand$757,900Additions$968,500Total$1,726,400
Tax Record2024$18,818 ($1,568 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,734 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,734 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,602 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1820Year Renovated2013ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNCHAR W:02 P:03313 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 56 Winthrop Street

This home is within Boston School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Warren-Prescott K-8 School
PublicPK to 8

Charlestown High School
Public9 to 12

Eliot Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

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56 Winthrop Street is a single family home for sale in Boston, MA 02129. This property was listed for sale on May 7, 2024 by Century 21 Cityside, it's currently listed at $2,349,000. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last sold on August 20, 2013. This listing's school district is Boston School District. Nearby schools include Harvard-Kent Elementary School, Warren-Prescott K-8 School and Charlestown High School. 56 Winthrop Street is a 4-bed, 1.5-bath, 1,839 sqft single family home built in 1798.

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