For sale

$7,450,000

21 Rutland Sq, Boston, MA 02118

5beds

4,315sqft

$49,806/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1860

1,306 Square Feet Lot

$7,008,600 Zestimate^®

$1,727/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Sitting roomRoof deckLow stoop single familyExpansive family roomSeparate library and officeCustom cabinetry and millworkHigh ceilings

Renovated Venetian Gothic beauty located on a much sought after South End Square – Rutland Square designed in the 19-Century around an English-style central garden park. This beautiful low stoop single family developed with a 4-story glass extension is comprised of 5 bedrooms (4 on the top two levels – a rare find), 4 bathrooms and 2 powder rooms, open concept kitchen flows naturally to the living/dining room, expansive family room, sitting room and separate library & office. Distinguishing features include 3 gas fireplaces, custom cabinetry & millwork, wired for home audio/surround sound, custom closets (tremendous amount of storage), designer/custom window treatments & rugs, 2 wet bars, high ceilings, 2 laundry locations, deck off the kitchen, roof deck, patio and direct access parking for 2 cars.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6
Full bathrooms: 4
1/2 bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
Level: Third
Area: 272
Dimensions: 17 x 16

Bedroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
Level: Third
Area: 176
Dimensions: 11 x 16

Bedroom 3

Features: Fireplace, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Window Seat
Level: Fourth Floor
Area: 256
Dimensions: 16 x 16

Bedroom 4

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
Level: Fourth Floor
Area: 208
Dimensions: 16 x 13

Bedroom 5

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Level: Basement
Area: 130
Dimensions: 10 x 13

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Level: First

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Level: Second

Bathroom 3

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Tray Ceiling(s)
Level: Third
Area: 70
Dimensions: 7 x 10

Dining room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
Level: Main,Second
Area: 169
Dimensions: 13 x 13

Family room

Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Wet Bar, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
Level: Basement
Area: 578
Dimensions: 17 x 34

Kitchen

Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
Level: Main,Second
Area: 357
Dimensions: 17 x 21

Living room

Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
Level: Main,Second
Area: 289
Dimensions: 17 x 17

Office

Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Level: First
Area: 63
Dimensions: 7 x 9

Heating

Natural Gas, Hydro Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Wine Cooler, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Laundry: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Upgraded Countertops, Electric Dryer Hookup, Fourth Floor

Features

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Countertops - Upgraded, Wet bar, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding, Bathroom - Half, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Sitting Room, Library, Office, Bathroom, Wired for Sound
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Windows: Bay/Bow/Box
Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Number of fireplaces: 3
Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 4,315
Total interior livable area: 4,315 sqft
Finished area above ground: 3,446
Finished area below ground: 869

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Deeded
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Deck - Roof, Enclosed
Exterior features: Permeable Paving, Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed, City View(s), Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
Has view: Yes
View description: City View(s), City

Lot

Size: 1,306 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: W:04 P:02740 S:000,5135614
Zoning: Res

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Attached to another structure: Yes

Materials

Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Granite

Condition

Year built: 1860

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, T-Station
Security: Security System

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,727/sqft
Tax assessed value: $6,289,000
Annual tax amount: $69,944
Date on market: 9/10/2026
Exclusions: Bubble Dinning Room Ceiling Fixture & Star Living Room Ceiling Fixture

Estimated market value

$7,008,600

$6.66M - $7.36M

$7,230/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/10/2026	Listed for sale	$7,450,000+221.5%$1,727/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73575249 Report a problem
6/24/2019	Sold	$2,317,500-38.5%$537/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/16/2019	Sold	$3,770,000+33.5%$874/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/31/2017	Sold	$2,825,000+887.8%$655/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/22/1991	Sold	$286,000-38.5%$66/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
4/16/1987	Sold	$465,000$108/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	--
2024	--	--
2023	--	--
2022	--	--
2021	--	--
2020	$43,162 +86%	$4,087,300 +85.6%
2019	$23,210 -30.5%	$2,202,044 -30.9%
2018	$33,408 +372.9%	$3,187,800 +6.5%
2017	$7,065 -76.6%	$2,994,600 +9%
2016	$30,221 -0.8%	$2,747,400 +9.2%
2015	$30,469 +7.9%	$2,516,000 +12%
2014	$28,251 +3.4%	$2,245,700 +8%
2013	$27,322 +24.2%	$2,079,300 +23.3%
2012	$21,990 +19.1%	$1,686,372 +16.9%
2011	$18,456 +9.8%	$1,443,000 +2%
2010	$16,807 +4.7%	$1,414,700 -6.4%
2009	$16,059 -3%	$1,510,700 +0.1%
2008	$16,557	$1,509,300