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  • $12,900,000

    55-57 Hancock St, Boston, MA 02114

    5beds
    7,777sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1876
    1,690 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,659/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Top floor media roomArchitectural detailGracious roomsSubstantial curb appealSun filled corner propertyThree roof decksThree laundries
    Grand iconic corner building has just undergone a complete restoration into one of the finest single family homes on Beacon Hill. An extremely rare corner home has stood in this location since 1870 and still posses the papyrus capitals on the entryway columns to mark the style. This sun filled corner property maintains three exposures, 65 windows, ceiling heights ranging from 9-11 to 11-7, three roof decks, courtyard and a sweeping top to bottom staircase that begins in a grand entryway and ends at a dramatic 8 window cupola that truly must be seen. This tremendous home offers substantial curb appeal, three magnificent bays, gracious rooms and architectural detail. Property amenities include elevator, two wet bars, three gas fireplaces, entertainment club level with roof deck, three laundries, top floor media room, three parking spaces, and much more. Spectacular opportunity in one of Boston's most historic and desirable neighborhoods.
    154 days
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Glenn Forger 617-293-2395,

    Olde Forge Realty 617-293-2395

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73473428

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 8
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Yes
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Features
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Basement: Full,Finished
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 7,777
      • Total interior livable area: 7,777 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 6,291
      • Finished area below ground: 1,486

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Leased
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Lot
      • Size: 1,690 Square Feet
      • Features: Corner Lot
      Details
      • Parcel number: W:03 P:00089 S:000
      • Zoning: R1

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Other
      Condition
      • Year built: 1876

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Boston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,659/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $3,251,500
      • Annual tax amount: $37,652
      • Date on market: 2/2/2026

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        2/2/2026Listed for sale$12,900,000$1,659/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73473428 Report a problem

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        Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

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