Featured in WSJ's Mansion section, this spectacular designer home in Boston's prestigious Back Bay blends contemporary & classical style, presenting a rare opportunity to own an impeccably renovated brownstone. Boasting a gracious,wide footprint & light on 3 sides,it has ample space for entertaining,recreation & family living.The1st floor grand marble foyer invites you to an enormous modern kitchen w/generous island, sunlit family room, banquet-ready dining & expansive living room,all w/soaring ceilings,floor-to-ceiling windows & fireplaces. A luxurious primary suite w/fireplace,dual dressing rooms,spa-inspired bath w/soaking tub & glass rainshower, office/nursery & laundry complete the 2nd floor.Continue up to 4 oversized bedrooms w/ample closets & 2 baths.Top floor enjoys a light-filled living/gaming room,kitchen,full bath & roof access.Garden level offers a full gym,2 bed 2 bath suite,chef's kitchen,laundry,office w/fireplace,patio & abundant storage.Large elevator,4 direct parking.
For sale
$18,885,000
4 Gloucester St, Boston, MA 02115
7beds
9,924sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
2,520 Square Feet Lot
$16,533,000 Zestimate®
$1,903/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sunlit family roomBanquet-ready diningImpeccably renovated brownstoneRoof accessDual dressing roomsFloor-to-ceiling windowsSoaring ceilings
- 115 days |
- 1,962 |
- 87 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Maggie Gold Seelig 617-645-4999,
MGS Group Real Estate LTD 617-714-4544
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73481876
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Other
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 6
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,924
- Total interior livable area: 9,924 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 9,243
- Finished area below ground: 681
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street, Tandem, Deeded, Driveway, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed, Other
Lot
- Size: 2,520 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:03527 S:000,4524942
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Frame, Brick, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1870
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, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station, Other
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,903/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $7,304,400
- Annual tax amount: $79,618
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Exclusions: Light Fixtures Exclus
Estimated market value
$16,533,000
$15.54M - $17.52M
$7,400/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $18,885,000$1,903/sqft |
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| 12/2/2025 | Listing removed | $18,885,000$1,903/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73295924 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Price change | $18,885,000-5.6%$1,903/sqft |
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| 9/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $19,995,000+54.1%$2,015/sqft |
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| 5/23/2020 | Listing removed | $1,850 |
Source: Bulfinch Boston Realty Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,850 |
Source: Bulfinch Boston Realty Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2013 | Listing removed | $12,975,000$1,307/sqft |
Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #71548916 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2013 | Listed for sale | $12,975,000+794.8%$1,307/sqft |
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| 4/1/2002 | Sold | $1,450,000+124.8%$146/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2000 | Sold | $645,000-35.2%$65/sqft |
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| 1/14/1999 | Sold | $995,000+89.5%$100/sqft |
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| 1/9/1997 | Sold | $525,000$53/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $88,242 +10.8% | $7,620,200 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $79,618 +1.5% | $7,304,400 |
| 2023 | $78,449 +5.1% | $7,304,400 +6.5% |
| 2022 | $74,652 +4% | $6,861,400 +2% |
| 2021 | $71,775 +4.2% | $6,726,800 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $68,852 +5.3% | $6,520,100 +5.1% |
| 2019 | $65,411 +7.6% | $6,206,000 +7% |
| 2018 | $60,807 +597.1% | $5,802,200 +36.4% |
| 2017 | $8,723 -77.3% | $4,254,943 +21.7% |
| 2016 | $38,469 -18.9% | $3,497,166 -10.7% |
| 2015 | $47,437 -30.2% | $3,917,200 -27.4% |
| 2014 | $67,923 +3.9% | $5,399,300 +8.6% |
| 2013 | $65,356 +24.9% | $4,973,800 +23.9% |
| 2012 | $52,338 -4.1% | $4,013,640 -5.9% |
| 2011 | $54,558 +14.3% | $4,265,640 +6.2% |
| 2010 | $47,732 +12% | $4,017,870 +0.3% |
| 2009 | $42,599 +13.9% | $4,007,400 +17.6% |
| 2008 | $37,385 +60.2% | $3,407,905 +60.5% |
| 2007 | $23,342 -2.4% | $2,123,950 -1.2% |
| 2006 | $23,908 -2% | $2,150,016 -5.4% |
| 2005 | $24,395 | $2,273,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
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- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02115
- Back Bay
- 4 Gloucester St
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