Nestled in Beacon Hill, 52 River Street is a rare single-family home that beautifully combines historic charm with modern comfort. This elegant home features sun-filled living spaces, rich hardwood floors, and fireplaces. The open-concept living and dining area is perfect for entertaining, while the updated kitchen provides easy access to the property's crown jewel: a private outdoor patio. This lush space offers a serene urban oasis ideal for gatherings or quiet moments.Upstairs, enjoy cozy bedrooms, ample storage, and adaptable living spaces. Located steps from Charles Street boutiques and the Esplanade, this home is a warm retreat in a highly sought-after neighborhood.
Sold for $3,250,000
$3,250,000
52 River St, Boston, MA 02108
3beds
2,706sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1800
1,260 Square Feet Lot
$3,271,100 Zestimate®
$1,201/sqft
$6,809 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,271,100
$3.01M - $3.57M
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Adaptable living spacesUpdated kitchenRich hardwood floorsSun-filled living spacesCozy bedroomsPrivate outdoor patioLush space
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Listed by:
The Mazer Group 617-905-7379,
Compass 617-206-3333
Bought with:
George Ballantyne
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73427146
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Kitchen
- Features: Stainless Steel Appliances
Heating
- Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,706
- Total interior livable area: 2,706 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,706
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck - Wood, Patio
Lot
- Size: 1,260 sqft
- Features: Zero Lot Line
Details
- Parcel number: 5176415
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1800
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Boston
- Subdivision: Beacon Hill
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | Sold | $3,250,000-5.8%$1,201/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Contingent | $3,450,000$1,275/sqft |
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| 9/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,450,000-2.8%$1,275/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Listing removed | $3,550,000$1,312/sqft |
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| 6/4/2025 | Price change | $3,550,000-3.9%$1,312/sqft |
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| 5/20/2025 | Price change | $3,695,000-2.6%$1,365/sqft |
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| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,795,000+194.2%$1,402/sqft |
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| 10/27/2017 | Listing removed | $1,290,000$477/sqft |
Source: Olde Towne Real Estate Co. #72242180 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,290,000-52.7%$477/sqft |
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| 2/1/2013 | Sold | $2,725,000+1.1%$1,007/sqft |
Source: LINK #136903 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,695,000+15.9%$996/sqft |
Source: Brewster & Berkowitz R. E. #71440069 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2008 | Sold | $2,325,000+55%$859/sqft |
Source: LINK #87032 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/1999 | Sold | $1,500,000+62.2%$554/sqft |
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| 5/13/1997 | Sold | $925,000+611.5%$342/sqft |
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| 6/8/1989 | Sold | $130,000-21.2%$48/sqft |
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| 12/28/1987 | Sold | $165,000-71.3%$61/sqft |
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| 8/4/1987 | Sold | $575,000$212/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $43,107 +11.2% | $3,722,500 +4.7% |
| 2024 | $38,765 +1.5% | $3,556,400 |
| 2023 | $38,196 +3.7% | $3,556,400 +5% |
| 2022 | $36,849 +4% | $3,386,900 +2% |
| 2021 | $35,431 +5.1% | $3,320,600 +4% |
| 2020 | $33,716 +5.2% | $3,192,800 +5% |
| 2019 | $32,061 +7.6% | $3,041,800 +7% |
| 2018 | $29,803 +346.7% | $2,843,800 +5% |
| 2017 | $6,671 -76.7% | $2,708,400 +4% |
| 2016 | $28,647 -9.2% | $2,604,300 -0.1% |
| 2015 | $31,559 -6.6% | $2,606,000 -3% |
| 2014 | $33,782 +3.5% | $2,685,400 +8.1% |
| 2013 | $32,652 +16.6% | $2,484,900 +15.7% |
| 2012 | $28,007 +8.1% | $2,147,775 +6% |
| 2011 | $25,906 +14.1% | $2,025,450 +6% |
| 2010 | $22,700 +11.3% | $1,910,790 -0.4% |
| 2009 | $20,398 -3% | $1,918,900 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $21,036 -3.4% | $1,917,600 -3.3% |
| 2007 | $21,787 +0.1% | $1,982,400 +1.3% |
| 2006 | $21,770 +7.1% | $1,957,700 +3.3% |
| 2005 | $20,333 +9.9% | $1,895,000 +4% |
| 2004 | $18,498 0% | $1,822,500 +11.2% |
| 2003 | $18,502 +21.2% | $1,638,800 +18.2% |
| 2002 | $15,269 +39% | $1,386,800 +66.1% |
| 2000 | $10,982 | $835,100 |
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Neighborhood: Beacon Hill
Nearby schools
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- 7/10Josiah Quincy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Quincy Upper SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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