Situated on one of Back Bay’s most picturesque, tree-lined streets, 8 Fairfield Street presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully residential, five-unit brownstone in the heart of Boston’s premier neighborhood. This classic property blends timeless architectural charm with exceptional investment potential. The building comprises five thoughtfully laid out residences, each offering an attractive combination of period detail & livability. Ideally located just moments from the Charles River Esplanade, Newbury Street, and the city’s finest dining and shopping, 8 Fairfield Street offers unparalleled access to the very best of Back Bay living. Its prime location, coupled with strong demand from professionals, student and pied-a-terre buyers, the building provides stable income potential whether held as a trophy asset or repositioned to maximize value, this offering represents a truly rare chance to own a multi-unit building in one of Boston’s most coveted neighborhoods.
For sale
$5,645,000
8 Fairfield St, Boston, MA 02116
--beds
0baths
5,312sqft
5-9 Family
Built in 1880
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,063/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Period detail and livabilityTree-lined streets
- 78 days |
- 249 |
- 22 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Carucci,
Serhant 617-250-0559,
Natasha Mahan 857-200-3081
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73502312
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 0
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,312
- Total interior livable area: 5,312 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,312
Property
Lot
- Size: 1,371 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 3350708
- Zoning: A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 5-9 Family
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station, Other
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,063/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,511,300
- Annual tax amount: $31,439
- Date on market: 4/15/2026
- Total actual rent: 15500
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,481/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $5,645,000+3.6%$1,063/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73502312 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2023 | Listing removed | $5,450,000$1,026/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73072840 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2023 | Price change | $5,450,000-3.5%$1,026/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73072840 Report a problem | ||
| 2/21/2023 | Price change | $5,650,000-4.2%$1,064/sqft |
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| 1/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $5,900,000+151.1%$1,111/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73072840 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/3/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,850-43.9% |
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| 6/3/2019 | Listing removed | $3,300$1/sqft |
Source: South End Realty Group Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,300-23.3%$1/sqft |
Source: South End Realty Group Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2018 | Listing removed | $4,300$1/sqft |
Source: Cabot and Company Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2018 | Listed for rent | $4,300+160.6%$1/sqft |
Source: Cabot and Company Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2017 | Listing removed | $1,650 |
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| 6/14/2017 | Price change | $1,650-60.7% |
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| 4/26/2017 | Listed for rent | $4,200+40%$1/sqft |
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| 6/28/2016 | Listing removed | $3,000-28.6%$1/sqft |
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| 2/6/2016 | Listing removed | $4,200$1/sqft |
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| 1/7/2016 | Listed for rent | $4,200+40%$1/sqft |
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| 10/11/2015 | Listing removed | $3,000$1/sqft |
Source: Revolution Realty Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Price change | $3,000-9.1%$1/sqft |
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| 3/31/2015 | Listed for rent | $3,300-20.5%$1/sqft |
Source: Boston Trust Realty Group Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2015 | Listing removed | $4,150$1/sqft |
Source: Boston Proper Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2015 | Listed for rent | $4,150$1/sqft |
Source: Boston Proper Real Estate Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2006 | Sold | $2,350,000$442/sqft |
Source: LINK #57824 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Boston Arts AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02116
- Back Bay
- 8 Fairfield St







