Rich in historic character and offering an impressive approx. 3,360 square feet across four levels, this classic 1880 Charlestown brownstone delivers exceptional scale and versatility. The main and upper levels function as an expansive single-family home, with elegant living and dining rooms, an updated kitchen, soaring ceilings, intricate millwork, hardwood floors, oversized windows and four fireplaces. The expansive primary suite is a standout, complete with custom built ins, a fireplace and spacious en-suite bath with dual vanities, soaking tub and glass-enclosed shower. The top floor also offers the potential to be reconfigured into two bedrooms, adding an additional bedroom to the home. A private deck and patio extend the living space outdoors. Separate from the main residence, the garden level features a one-bedroom apartment with its own private entrance, offering excellent rental income potential or a guest suite. Located near the residence there is a deeded heated garage space available separately for purchase, and there are two additional parking spaces available to rent. Convenient to Main Street and all Charlestown has to offer, with easy access to Downtown Boston, the waterfront and major highways.
For sale
$2,399,000
12 Auburn St, Charlestown, MA 02129
3beds
3,360sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
1,946 Square Feet Lot
$2,312,500 Zestimate®
$714/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Glass-enclosed showerPrivate deck and patioUpdated kitchenHardwood floorsHistoric characterExpansive primary suiteCustom built ins
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tracy Shea 617-697-4570,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-242-0025,
Sophie Shea 617-877-6112
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73574730
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,360
- Total interior livable area: 3,360 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,760
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View(s)
Lot
- Size: 1,946 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1280798
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Charlestown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $714/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,562,400
- Annual tax amount: $15,158
- Date on market: 9/9/2026
Estimated market value
$2,312,500
$2.20M - $2.43M
$3,969/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,399,000-5.9%$714/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73574730 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2026 | Listing removed | $2,549,000$759/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504174 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $2,549,000-8.6%$759/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504174 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2026 | Price change | $2,790,000-6.7%$830/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504174 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,990,000+448.6%$890/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73504174 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/1999 | Sold | $545,000+57.1%$162/sqft |
Source: LINK #24245 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/1997 | Sold | $347,000$103/sqft |
Source: LINK #17861 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,400 +18.4% | $1,502,600 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $14,694 +9.6% | $1,348,100 +8% |
| 2023 | $13,408 +3.7% | $1,248,400 +5% |
| 2022 | $12,930 +7.1% | $1,188,400 +5% |
| 2021 | $12,077 +10.1% | $1,131,900 +8.9% |
| 2020 | $10,973 +10.2% | $1,039,100 +10% |
| 2019 | $9,954 +7.6% | $944,400 +7% |
| 2018 | $9,250 +438.8% | $882,600 |
| 2017 | $1,717 -80.6% | $882,600 +10% |
| 2016 | $8,829 +20.3% | $802,600 +32.4% |
| 2015 | $7,342 +8.6% | $606,300 +17.8% |
| 2013 | $6,763 -2.1% | $514,700 -2.8% |
| 2012 | $6,905 +2% | $529,500 |
| 2011 | $6,772 +11.2% | $529,500 +3.3% |
| 2010 | $6,092 +11.1% | $512,800 -0.6% |
| 2009 | $5,483 -9.8% | $515,800 -6.9% |
| 2008 | $6,078 -6.8% | $554,100 -6.6% |
| 2007 | $6,523 | $593,500 |
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Neighborhood: Charlestown
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