Pending

$2,599,000

78 Warren St, Boston, MA 02129

3beds

2,300sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

1,340 Square Feet Lot

$2,731,300 Zestimate^®

$1,130/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Gas fireplaceFormal dining roomGranite countertopsFront yard and patioSpacious primary suiteWine chillerStainless steel appliances

David Brown House, circa 1837- a fairytale home in the heart of Charlestown. This historic 3+ bed, 3 bath single family blends modern amenities w timeless character. Rare corner exposure & a wide livable layout allow sunlight to pour into every room. The first floor offers an open kitchen & living area w gas fireplace, original pine floors, & French doors leading to an incredible outdoor setting w front yard & patio. A formal dining room completes the main level. The kitchen features granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, & wine chiller. The second floor includes a spacious primary suite w renovated bath, walk-in closet, laundry, & bonus office/sitting room, plus a second living room w custom built-ins. The top floor offers 2 additional bedrooms, a full bath, & a walk-out deck. 3 decorative fireplaces, abundant built-ins, exceptional storage, & a slate roof add to the home’s character. Unfinished basement. Ideally located in the Gas Light District.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Heating

Baseboard

Cooling

Central Air

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 4

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,300
Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,300

Property

Features

Patio & porch: Deck - Roof, Patio
Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Patio, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 1,340 Square Feet
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Parcel number: W:02 P:03669 S:002,1282125
Zoning: R1

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial,Greek Revival
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Other
Roof: Slate

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,130/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,975,600
Annual tax amount: $22,877
Date on market: 5/13/2026
Exclusions: Primary Bathroom Wood Mirror

Estimated market value

$2,731,300

$2.59M - $2.87M

$7,415/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/22/2026	Pending sale	$2,599,000$1,130/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73517257 Report a problem
5/14/2026	Contingent	$2,599,000$1,130/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73517257 Report a problem
5/13/2026	Listed for sale	$2,599,000+69.8%$1,130/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73517257 Report a problem
6/26/2015	Sold	$1,531,000+18.2%$666/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/6/2015	Pending sale	$1,295,000$563/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71826825 Report a problem
4/30/2015	Listed for sale	$1,295,000+39.4%$563/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71826825 Report a problem
10/19/2012	Sold	$929,000+519.3%$404/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/2/2006	Sold	$150,000-80%$65/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/30/2002	Sold	$750,000+57.9%$326/sqft
Source: LINK #27707 Report a problem
10/31/1997	Sold	$475,000+265.4%$207/sqft
Source: LINK #15177 Report a problem
4/12/1991	Sold	$130,000$57/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$22,877 +19.5%	$1,975,600 +12.5%
2024	$19,143 +9.6%	$1,756,200 +8%
2023	$17,464 +8.6%	$1,626,100 +10%
2022	$16,084 +2%	$1,478,300
2021	$15,773 +7.5%	$1,478,300 +6.4%
2020	$14,677 +2.2%	$1,389,900 +2%
2019	$14,367 +7.6%	$1,363,100 +7%
2018	$13,352 +418.6%	$1,274,000 +3%
2017	$2,575 -79%	$1,237,200 +11%
2016	$12,261 +11%	$1,114,600 +22.2%
2015	$11,048 +13.4%	$912,300 +23.1%
2013	$9,741 +15.4%	$741,300 +14.5%
2012	$8,441 +3.3%	$647,300 +1.3%
2011	$8,172 +6.6%	$638,900 -1%
2010	$7,667 +4%	$645,400 -6.9%
2009	$7,373 -4%	$693,600 -0.9%
2008	$7,678 -6.3%	$699,900 -6.1%
2007	$8,193	$745,500

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