Just steps from the iconic Louisburg Square in Boston's coveted Beacon Hill neighborhood, this elegant single family townhouse offers five floors of gracious living space, including an in law apartment with a separate entrance. Highlighted by five bedrooms and five full bathrooms, this one of a kind residence features a secluded garden terrace perfect for outdoor dining and views of the "Hidden House of Beacon Hill". This classic townhome is a great combination of charm and a premier location. Well maintained with wonderful architectural details and boasting a versatile floor plan including a bedroom/office on the third floor with french doors and beautiful treetop views of the lush courtyard below. The south facing rear elevation explodes with sun drenched, big sky vistas. Enjoy the vibrancy and character of this legendary Beacon Hill neighborhood and have fast access to the Public Garden, the Esplanade, the Charles River, fine shops and wonderful restaurants.
Sold for $3,950,000
$3,950,000
78 Pinckney St, Boston, MA 02114
5beds
3,311sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
1,234 Square Feet Lot
$3,958,900 Zestimate®
$1,193/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$3,958,900
$3.60M - $4.35M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rosemary McCready 781-223-0253,
Compass 781-365-9954
Bought with:
Rebecca Davis Tulman and Leslie Singleton Adam
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73409336
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Third
Bedroom 2
- Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Cedar Closet(s), Balcony - Exterior, French Doors
- Level: Third
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Fourth Floor
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: Basement
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: Second
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,311
- Total interior livable area: 3,311 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,706
- Finished area below ground: 605
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Scenic View(s)
Lot
- Size: 1,234 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:01652 S:000,3356045
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle,Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Beacon Hill Near Louisburg Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,505,600
- Annual tax amount: $40,595
- Date on market: 1/24/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $3,950,000$1,193/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73409336 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,950,000+424.6%$1,193/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73409336 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/1989 | Sold | $753,000$227/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,595 +1.4% | $3,505,600 -4.6% |
| 2024 | $40,037 +1.5% | $3,673,100 |
| 2023 | $39,449 +3.6% | $3,673,100 +5% |
| 2022 | $38,060 +4% | $3,498,200 +2% |
| 2021 | $36,594 +2% | $3,429,600 +1% |
| 2020 | $35,869 +5.2% | $3,396,700 +5% |
| 2019 | $34,107 +7.6% | $3,236,000 +7% |
| 2018 | $31,706 +344.8% | $3,025,400 +5% |
| 2017 | $7,128 -76.6% | $2,881,300 +4% |
| 2016 | $30,476 +2.2% | $2,770,500 +12.5% |
| 2015 | $29,828 +1.1% | $2,463,100 +5% |
| 2014 | $29,510 +3.4% | $2,345,800 +8% |
| 2013 | $28,540 +7% | $2,172,000 +6.2% |
| 2012 | $26,664 +8.1% | $2,044,800 +6% |
| 2011 | $24,664 +14.1% | $1,928,400 +6% |
| 2010 | $21,612 +9.2% | $1,819,200 -2.3% |
| 2009 | $19,799 -3% | $1,862,600 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $20,418 -3.6% | $1,861,300 -3.4% |
| 2007 | $21,176 +11% | $1,926,800 +12.3% |
| 2006 | $19,073 +12.3% | $1,715,200 +8.3% |
| 2005 | $16,991 +9.5% | $1,583,500 +3.6% |
| 2004 | $15,511 -10.9% | $1,528,200 -0.9% |
| 2003 | $17,415 +14.2% | $1,542,500 +11.4% |
| 2002 | $15,248 +26.9% | $1,384,900 +51.5% |
| 2000 | $12,018 | $913,900 |
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Neighborhood: Beacon Hill
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- 8/10Josiah Quincy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02114
- Beacon Hill
- 78 Pinckney St
