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Off Market Aug 2025 for $3.9M

$4,372,589

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,931/mo

•

3,311

sq ft

78 Pinckney St, Boston, MA 02114

About this home

Just steps from the iconic Louisburg Square in Boston's coveted Beacon Hill neighborhood, this elegant single family townhouse offers five floors of gracious living space, including an in law apartment with a separate entrance. Highlighted by five bedrooms and five full bathrooms, this one of a kind residence features a secluded garden terrace perfect for outdoor dining and views of the "Hidden House of Beacon Hill". This classic townhome is a great combination of charm and a premier location. Well maintained with wonderful architectural details and boasting a versatile floor plan including a bedroom/office on the third floor with french doors and beautiful treetop views of the lush courtyard below. The south facing rear elevation explodes with sun drenched, big sky vistas. Enjoy the vibrancy and character of this legendary Beacon Hill neighborhood and have fast access to the Public Garden, the Esplanade, the Charles River, fine shops and wonderful restaurants.

Single-familyProperty Type

1890Year Built

1,234 sq ftLot Size

$1,321Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Rosemary McCready • Compass

Bought with Rebecca Davis Tulman and Leslie Singleton Adam • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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•Source:MLS PIN #73409336

Redfin Estimate

$4,372,589

$423K since sold in August 2025$15K since August

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This home's estimate is 6.3% lower than the average sale price ($4.67M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$4,250,000
A
4 beds4.5 baths3,500 sq ft
109 Appleton St, Boston, MA 02116
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$7,000,000
B
5 beds6 baths3,765 sq ft
62 Chestnut St, Boston, MA 02108
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$5,600,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths3,849 sq ft
41 Chestnut St, Boston, MA 02108
SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$4,500,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,303 sq ft
5 Charles River Sq, Boston, MA 02114
SOLD APR 17, 2026
$2,650,000
E
5 beds3 baths3,600 sq ft
11 West Cedar St, Boston, MA 02108
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$4,000,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths3,288 sq ft
70 Montgomery St, Boston, MA 02116

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Market trends in South Slope, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's 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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Sale history for 78 Pinckney St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$39,449 (+3.6%)

$1,530,600 + $2,142,500

$3,673,100

2022

$38,060 (+4.0%)

$1,457,700 + $2,040,500

$3,498,200

2021

$36,594 (+2.0%)

$1,429,100 + $2,000,500

$3,429,600

2020

$35,869 (+5.2%)

$1,259,800 + $2,136,900

$3,396,700

2019

$34,107 (+7.6%)

$1,027,500 + $2,208,500

$3,236,000

2018

$31,706 (+3.9%)

$1,027,500 + $1,997,900

$3,025,400

2017

$30,513 (+0.1%)

$1,027,500 + $1,853,800

$2,881,300

2016

$30,476 (+2.2%)

$1,027,500 + $1,743,000

$2,770,500

2015

$29,828 (+1.1%)

$874,300 + $1,588,800

$2,463,100

2014

$29,510 (+3.4%)

$874,300 + $1,471,500

$2,345,800

2013

$28,540 (+7.0%)

$874,300 + $1,297,700

$2,172,000

2012

$26,664 (+8.1%)

$518,000 + $1,526,800

$2,044,800

2009

$24,664 (+24.6%)

$518,000 + $1,410,400

$1,928,400

2006

$19,799

$508,500 + $1,354,100

$1,862,600

Tax history for 78 Pinckney St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$39,449 (+3.6%)

$1,530,600 + $2,142,500

$3,673,100

2022

$38,060 (+4.0%)

$1,457,700 + $2,040,500

$3,498,200

2021

$36,594 (+2.0%)

$1,429,100 + $2,000,500

$3,429,600

2020

$35,869 (+5.2%)

$1,259,800 + $2,136,900

$3,396,700

2019

$34,107 (+7.6%)

$1,027,500 + $2,208,500

$3,236,000

2018

$31,706 (+3.9%)

$1,027,500 + $1,997,900

$3,025,400

2017

$30,513 (+0.1%)

$1,027,500 + $1,853,800

$2,881,300

2016

$30,476 (+2.2%)

$1,027,500 + $1,743,000

$2,770,500

2015

$29,828 (+1.1%)

$874,300 + $1,588,800

$2,463,100

2014

$29,510 (+3.4%)

$874,300 + $1,471,500

$2,345,800

2013

$28,540 (+7.0%)

$874,300 + $1,297,700

$2,172,000

2012

$26,664 (+8.1%)

$518,000 + $1,526,800

$2,044,800

2009

$24,664 (+24.6%)

$518,000 + $1,410,400

$1,928,400

2006

$19,799

$508,500 + $1,354,100

$1,862,600

*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.

3,311

Year built

1890

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Suffolk County

APN

3356045

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2025.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: On Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Cedar Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full,Cedar Closet(s),Balcony - Exterior,French Doors

Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Fourth Floor
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom #5 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 5
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Basement

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Third

Living Room Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony - Exterior,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Exterior Access,Stainless Steel Appliances

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 4
Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: French Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,311
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: red brick

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle, Slate
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Balcony, Rain Gutters, Garden

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

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
ViewYN: Has View
View: Scenic View(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $40,595
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: Follow Charles Street to Pinckney. House is one door past Louisburg Square.
UnparsedAddress: 78 Pinckney Street, Boston MA 02114

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,311
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 1,307 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Suffolk County
APN: 3356045

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2025

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

8/10

Quincy Upper School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

3/10

Boston Adult Academy

Public 11-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

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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

64% 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 • 02114

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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

$4.15M – $5.03M

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Home values near 78 Pinckney St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Pinckney St Apt 1, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1103 Sq. Ft.	$1,294,412
69 Pinckney St Apt 4, Boston, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1450 Sq. Ft.	$2,181,010

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Pinckney St Apt 2, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1001 Sq. Ft.	$1,322,998
73 Pinckney St Apt 1, Boston, MA 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 530 Sq. Ft.	$781,549

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Pinckney St Apt 3, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1090 Sq. Ft.	$1,384,208
73 Pinckney St Apt 2, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1050 Sq. Ft.	$1,137,890

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