Discover the enduring charm and incredible potential of this exceptional brownstone owned by the same family for nearly 40 years. Nestled on Montgomery Park, this single family on coveted West Canton Street combines classic elegance with modern comforts. Featuring exquisite details throughout, this property represents a unique chance to own and renew a slice of Boston’s heritage in one of its most desirable neighborhoods. Property to be sold in "as-is" condition.
Sold for $2,500,000
$2,500,000
139 W Canton St, Boston, MA 02118
5beds
3,277sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
1,200 Square Feet Lot
$4,261,400 Zestimate®
$763/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$4,261,400
$3.54M - $5.20M
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Listed by:
Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team 617-460-4238,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-266-4430
Bought with:
Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73274124
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Third
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Third
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Fourth Floor
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 9 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Fourth Floor
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 7 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Fourth Floor
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 242
- Dimensions: 11 x 22
Office
- Features: Exterior Access
- Level: Basement
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Storage, Home Office, Foyer
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,277
- Total interior livable area: 3,277 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View(s), Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Size: 1,200 Square Feet
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 3353172
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Granite
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $763/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,862,200
- Annual tax amount: $27,852
- Date on market: 11/21/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/1/2024 | Sold | $2,500,000-16.5%$763/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73274124 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2024 | Contingent | $2,995,000$914/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73274124 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2024 | Price change | $2,995,000-9.1%$914/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73274124 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,295,000$1,005/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73274124 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,343 -2.7% | $2,620,300 -8.5% |
| 2024 | $31,198 +5.5% | $2,862,200 +4% |
| 2023 | $29,560 +2.6% | $2,752,300 +4% |
| 2022 | $28,804 +8.1% | $2,647,400 +6% |
| 2021 | $26,648 +8.9% | $2,497,500 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $24,477 +3.2% | $2,317,900 +3% |
| 2019 | $23,727 +3.6% | $2,251,100 +3% |
| 2018 | $22,911 +389.9% | $2,186,200 +5% |
| 2017 | $4,676 -77.4% | $2,081,200 +10.8% |
| 2016 | $20,667 -7% | $1,878,800 +2.4% |
| 2015 | $22,212 +7.9% | $1,834,200 +12% |
| 2014 | $20,595 +3.4% | $1,637,100 +8% |
| 2013 | $19,919 +17.5% | $1,515,900 +16.6% |
| 2012 | $16,948 +8.2% | $1,299,700 +6.1% |
| 2011 | $15,670 +10% | $1,225,200 +2.2% |
| 2010 | $14,242 +9.5% | $1,198,800 -2% |
| 2009 | $13,002 -3% | $1,223,100 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $13,400 +9% | $1,221,500 +9.3% |
| 2007 | $12,288 +4.8% | $1,118,070 +6.1% |
| 2006 | $11,720 +13.9% | $1,053,990 +9.9% |
| 2005 | $10,292 +10.9% | $959,220 +4.9% |
| 2004 | $9,282 -11.5% | $914,490 -1.5% |
| 2003 | $10,486 +46% | $928,800 +42.3% |
| 2002 | $7,184 +28.1% | $652,480 +53% |
| 2000 | $5,607 | $426,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: South End
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Blackstone Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Hurley K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02118
- South End
- 139 W Canton St
