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54 Pinckney St

Boston, MA 02114

$6,399,000
5Bedrooms
6Bathrooms
3,852Square feet
1833Year built

Residential · Active · MLS #73557536
Listing Courtesy of Compass | Cort Labonte Coldren Coopersmith Group

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About this home

Welcome to 54 Pinckney Street! Tucked away on one of Beacon Hill’s most coveted blocks just steps from Louisburg Square, 54 Pinckney Street is a masterclass in refined city living. This meticulously renovated townhouse offers five sun-drenched levels of living space, steeped in a rich literary heritage as the former residence of Nathaniel Hawthorne. Every floor has been reimagined with an uncompromising eye for detail, creating a layout that flows effortlessly from one level to the next.At the heart of the home, the state-of-the-art kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring sleek granite countertops and a premium appliance suite by Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Bosch. It opens directly onto a lush, private garden patio—a rare outdoor sanctuary that was recently featured on the prestigious Beacon Hill Hidden Garden Tour. This professionally planted oasis offers a level of horticultural beauty and privacy that is truly exceptional for the city.The second level serves as the home's centerpiece, boasting a grand formal living room with soaring ceilings and a handsome study/media room complete with a custom wet bar.The primary suite is a true retreat, with a large walk in closet and a breathtaking, spa-like bathroom anchored by a deep resin soaking tub and a glass enclosed shower room. The top floor contains 3 additional bedrooms and two full marble bathrooms featuring Water Works fixtures. Throughout the residence, five stately fireplaces, bespoke millwork, and rich hardwood floors add layers of warmth and character. Practicality is woven into the design with two laundry areas, all-new systems, and a versatile lower-level au pair suite. This private guest space includes a wine cellar, a new kitchen and its own separate entrance, providing independence and convenience for long-term visitors.A modern fire suppression sprinkler system and a security system is also in place.This is a masterful recreation of Old-World Boston, reimagined for a contemporary lifestyle with the highest caliber of craftsmanship and a storied past. Some photos are from a prior listing.

Property information

Details at a glance

Interior

Rooms
9
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
5

Building

Style
Single Family Residence
Year built
1833
Foundation
Granite

Land & utilities

Lot size
0.03 acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Zoning
R1

Financial

Annual taxes
$55,224
Assessment year
2025

Listing history

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Property value estimate

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Estimated value$6,538,327

Estimated range $5,813,101$7,263,553

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Overall presentationexcellent

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Local market context

How this home compares in Beacon Hill

MetricThis propertyBeacon Hill
List price$6,399,000$3,550,00080% above local
Price / sq ft$1,661$1,6024% above local
Days on market346951% below local
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