No. 86 Mount Vernon is a spectacular corner residence overlooking the coveted Louisburg Square in Boston’s most storied neighborhood. Built circa 1875, this 20’ wide townhouse offers 4,492 SQFT of classically scaled living space across 4 levels. The gracious floor plan has been reconfigured for today’s modern lifestyle, all while preserving the beauty and integrity of the magnificent historic details throughout the home. A grand double parlor living room, soaring ceiling heights, exquisite crown molding and ironwork, 70 windows and 6 original fireplaces serve as a lasting testament to a golden age of living. The 3rd floor living area opens to an expansive rooftop garden terrace with stunning views of Beacon Hill and the Back Bay skyline. Atop it all is a luxurious primary suite with multiple closets and a lavish 5-piece marble bath. Additional features include radiant heated mahogany floors throughout, direct elevator access to all floors and 1 parking space at the Brimmer St. Garage.
For sale
$8,990,000
86 Mount Vernon St, Boston, MA 02108
5beds
4,492sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$2,001/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 506 days |
- 1,889 |
- 52 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tracy Campion,
Campion & Company Back Bay
Source: LINK,MLS#: 237217
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: F
Heating
- Other
Features
- A, AC, BayWin, D/D, Det, EIK, FP, HiCeils, HW, Mtl, NewKit, Renov, Strg, Study, Sunny, Vws, W/D, WdStove
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,492
- Total interior livable area: 4,492 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
Features
- Exterior features: Deck, Balc, Porch, Terr, Avail, Patio
Details
- Parcel number: CBOSW05P01553S014
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1875
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,001/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $7,944,100
- Annual tax amount: $88,876
- Date on market: 2/11/2025
- Listing agreement: E
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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$6,890/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $8,990,000-9.6%$2,001/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73333444 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2024 | Listing removed | $9,950,000$2,215/sqft |
Source:  Douglas Elliman #73279193 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2024 | Price change | $9,950,000-13.5%$2,215/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73279193 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $11,500,000$2,560/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73279193 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2024 | Listing removed | $11,500,000$2,560/sqft |
Source: Douglas Elliman #73171103 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $11,500,000-23.3%$2,560/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73171103 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Douglas Elliman Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $15,000,000+242.9%$3,339/sqft |
Source: Douglas Elliman #73131091 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/1999 | Sold | $4,375,000$974/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $91,993 +6.2% | $7,944,100 |
| 2024 | $86,591 +5.6% | $7,944,100 +4.1% |
| 2023 | $81,997 +2.7% | $7,634,700 +4% |
| 2022 | $79,856 +4% | $7,339,700 +2% |
| 2021 | $76,779 +3.3% | $7,195,800 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $74,326 +4.2% | $7,038,400 +4% |
| 2019 | $71,331 +6.6% | $6,767,676 +6% |
| 2018 | $66,911 +333.3% | $6,384,600 +3% |
| 2017 | $15,441 -75.8% | $6,198,638 +7% |
| 2016 | $63,724 +9% | $5,793,120 +20% |
| 2015 | $58,462 +6.2% | $4,827,600 +10.3% |
| 2014 | $55,049 +3.4% | $4,375,900 +8% |
| 2013 | $53,239 -0.4% | $4,051,700 -1.1% |
| 2012 | $53,447 +2% | $4,098,700 |
| 2011 | $52,422 +7.7% | $4,098,700 |
| 2010 | $48,693 +3.6% | $4,098,700 -7.3% |
| 2009 | $47,020 -3.1% | $4,423,300 +0% |
| 2008 | $48,501 -0.2% | $4,421,200 |
| 2007 | $48,589 | $4,421,200 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Josiah Quincy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Quincy Upper SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- NABoston Adult AcademyGrades: 11-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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