OFF MARKET

Off market jul 2013 for $2.9M

$5,149,569

•

4,010

sq ft

47 Chestnut St, Boston, MA 02108

About this home

Classic Federal Style townhouse offers 4000+ s.f. of living space. The first floor features a sun filled living room, a spacious kitchen, and formal dining room with French doors opening to a deck and an elevator to the 2nd floor. High ceilings, elegant fireplace mantles, a second story bay window and fine architectural detail characterize this exquisite residence. There are five bedrooms, four full baths & au-pair suite with separate entrance. A garage parking space is available to purchase.

Single-familyProperty Type

1829Year Built

1,386 sq ftLot Size

$1,284Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Marilyn Brandt • Hammond Residential

Bought with Beth Dickerson • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #71434903

Redfin Estimate

$5,149,569

$2.2M since sold in July 2013$66K since October

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This home's estimate is 7% lower than the average sale price ($5.54M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$3,600,000
A
5 beds3 baths3,900 sq ft
51 Pinckney St, Boston, MA 02114
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$5,600,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,849 sq ft
41 Chestnut St, Boston, MA 02108
SOLD JAN 28, 2026
$4,800,000
C
4 beds4 baths4,013 sq ft
32 West Cedar St, Boston, MA 02108
SOLD JUN 10, 2026
$6,700,000
D
5 beds4.5 baths4,996 sq ft
90 Mount Vernon St, Boston, MA 02108
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$7,000,000
E
5 beds6 baths3,765 sq ft
62 Chestnut St, Boston, MA 02108

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Market trends in South Slope, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

96.5%

+1.7% MoM

Median sale price

$3.3M

$2M MoM

Avg. days on market

29d

33 days MoM

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3 MoM

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$599,000
1 bed1 bath591 sq ft
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$7,800,000
3 beds3.5 baths2,882 sq ft
46 Beacon St #2, Boston, MA 02108
OPEN TODAY, 11:30AM TO 1PM
$1,449,000
2 beds2 baths1,378 sq ft
45 Province St #1402, Boston, MA 02108
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Sale history for 47 Chestnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$48,617 (+1.7%)

$2,155,000 + $2,371,700

$4,526,700

2022

$47,781 (+4.0%)

$2,113,900 + $2,277,700

$4,391,600

2021

$45,940 (+3.9%)

$2,072,500 + $2,233,000

$4,305,500

2020

$44,235 (+5.4%)

$1,634,000 + $2,554,900

$4,188,900

2019

$41,983 (+7.6%)

$1,332,800 + $2,650,400

$3,983,200

2018

$39,028 (+3.9%)

$1,332,800 + $2,391,200

$3,724,000

2017

$37,546

$1,332,800 + $2,212,600

$3,545,400

2016

$37,578 (+0.1%)

$1,332,800 + $2,083,400

$3,416,200

2015

$37,522 (+1.9%)

$1,108,000 + $1,990,400

$3,098,400

2014

$36,822 (−2.5%)

$1,108,000 + $1,819,000

$2,927,000

2013

$37,780 (+25.6%)

$1,108,000 + $1,767,200

$2,875,200

2012

$30,078 (+13.4%)

$675,620 + $1,630,970

$2,306,590

2009

$26,521 (+24.5%)

$675,620 + $1,397,990

$2,073,610

2006

$21,305

$603,100 + $1,401,100

$2,004,200

Tax history for 47 Chestnut St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$48,617 (+1.7%)

$2,155,000 + $2,371,700

$4,526,700

2022

$47,781 (+4.0%)

$2,113,900 + $2,277,700

$4,391,600

2021

$45,940 (+3.9%)

$2,072,500 + $2,233,000

$4,305,500

2020

$44,235 (+5.4%)

$1,634,000 + $2,554,900

$4,188,900

2019

$41,983 (+7.6%)

$1,332,800 + $2,650,400

$3,983,200

2018

$39,028 (+3.9%)

$1,332,800 + $2,391,200

$3,724,000

2017

$37,546

$1,332,800 + $2,212,600

$3,545,400

2016

$37,578 (+0.1%)

$1,332,800 + $2,083,400

$3,416,200

2015

$37,522 (+1.9%)

$1,108,000 + $1,990,400

$3,098,400

2014

$36,822 (−2.5%)

$1,108,000 + $1,819,000

$2,927,000

2013

$37,780 (+25.6%)

$1,108,000 + $1,767,200

$2,875,200

2012

$30,078 (+13.4%)

$675,620 + $1,630,970

$2,306,590

2009

$26,521 (+24.5%)

$675,620 + $1,397,990

$2,073,610

2006

$21,305

$603,100 + $1,401,100

$2,004,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1,307 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2021

Sq. Ft.

3,427

Year built

1829

Style

Townhouse

County

Suffolk County

APN

3356555

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: Detached, Deeded, Available for Purchase

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4

Basement Information
Basement: Partial, Interior Entry

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 6

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 12
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 4,010
Foundation Details: Stone, Granite
Construction Materials: Brick
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Balcony

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
Lot Features: Gentle Sloping

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $36,055.66
Tax Year: 2013

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Between West Cedar Street and Willow Street.
UnparsedAddress: 47 Chestnut Street, Boston MA 02108

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University

Public facts

Beds: 6
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,427
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1,307 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1829
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Suffolk County
APN: 3356555

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
Exclusions: 6 Wall Sconces
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

Quincy Upper School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

3/10

Boston Adult Academy

Public 11-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Boston, MA • 02108

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$4.89M – $5.92M

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Home values near 47 Chestnut St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
52 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 4 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5300 Sq. Ft.	$7,948,401
39 Chestnut Street #1, Boston, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 730 Sq. Ft.	$776,429
39 Chestnut Street #4, Boston, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 584 Sq. Ft.	$842,298
41 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3849 Sq. Ft.	$5,792,149
49 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3034 Sq. Ft.	$5,561,325
55 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4377 Sq. Ft.	$7,159,031
5 Acorn Street, Boston, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$3,253,967

Address	Redfin Estimate
50 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA - Beds \| - Baths \| 5400 Sq. Ft.	—
39 Chestnut Street #2, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 771 Sq. Ft.	$1,028,091
39 Chestnut Street #5, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1252 Sq. Ft.	$1,644,302
43 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4290 Sq. Ft.	$6,090,484
51 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4774 Sq. Ft.	$6,356,670
7 Acorn Street, Boston, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1900 Sq. Ft.	$2,624,018
4 Acorn Street, Boston, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2395 Sq. Ft.	$3,688,058

Address	Redfin Estimate
48 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4000 Sq. Ft.	$5,298,644
39 Chestnut Street #3, Boston, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 568 Sq. Ft.	$820,074
39 Chestnut Street #6, Boston, MA 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 684 Sq. Ft.	$883,669
45 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4515 Sq. Ft.	$5,406,524
53 Chestnut Street, Boston, MA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4620 Sq. Ft.	$5,476,894
6 Acorn Street, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2182 Sq. Ft.	$3,134,378
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