Inviting and sunny, this charming 1830 four plus bedroom townhouse features an attractive formal living room, a family room, a pretty dining room, a study and a bright eat-in kitchen overlooking a spacious garden. The current owners have maintained the house beautifully for over 17 years. There is two zone central a/c and heating and a large dry basement which houses utilities, a washer/dryer and a cedar closet. This house is perfect for a family and also for entertaining.
Single-familyProperty Type
1830Year Built
1,106 sq ftLot Size
$1,152Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sally Brewster• Brewster & Berkowitz R. E.
Bought with Concierge Home Sales By the Kerzner Group• Hammond Residential Real Estate
GORGEOUS RENOVATION WITH GRANITE KITCHEN WITH SUB-ZERO AND VIKING STOVE. NEW MARBLE BATHROOMS. STATELY HOME WITH DOUBLE PARLOR. LOVELY GARDEN.
MLS PIN #30700752
Jun 19, 2003
Sold
$1,100,000
$365/sq ft
May 1, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Mar 21, 2003
Listed
$1,100,000
$365/sq ft
WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY TO CUSTOMIZE AND UPGRADE A BEACON HILL GEM SINGLE FAMILY TWNHSE. 4 STORIES & ATTIC & FULL BSMNT. OVERSIZED SOUTH FACING BRICKED YRD W/MATURE TREE & PERENNIAL BEDS.FINE DETAIL 7 FPLS CONV. TO AA TRANS & SHOPS
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$32,569 (+3.6%)
$1,272,700 + $1,759,800
$3,032,500
2022
$31,423 (+4.0%)
$1,212,100 + $1,676,000
$2,888,100
2021
$30,212 (+8.5%)
$1,188,300 + $1,643,200
$2,831,500
2020
$27,833 (+5.2%)
$1,102,300 + $1,533,400
$2,635,700
2019
$26,460 (+7.6%)
$902,800 + $1,607,600
$2,510,400
2018
$24,598 (+3.9%)
$902,800 + $1,444,300
$2,347,100
2017
$23,672 (+0.1%)
$902,800 + $1,332,500
$2,235,300
2016
$23,642 (−8.1%)
$902,800 + $1,246,500
$2,149,300
2015
$25,720 (+1.1%)
$737,500 + $1,386,400
$2,123,900
2014
$25,447 (+3.4%)
$737,500 + $1,285,300
$2,022,800
2013
$24,611 (+13.8%)
$737,500 + $1,135,500
$1,873,000
2012
$21,629 (+8.1%)
$417,420 + $1,241,280
$1,658,700
2009
$20,007 (+24.1%)
$417,420 + $1,146,870
$1,564,290
2006
$16,126
$455,100 + $1,061,900
$1,517,000
Tax history for 86 Myrtle St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$32,569 (+3.6%)
$1,272,700 + $1,759,800
$3,032,500
2022
$31,423 (+4.0%)
$1,212,100 + $1,676,000
$2,888,100
2021
$30,212 (+8.5%)
$1,188,300 + $1,643,200
$2,831,500
2020
$27,833 (+5.2%)
$1,102,300 + $1,533,400
$2,635,700
2019
$26,460 (+7.6%)
$902,800 + $1,607,600
$2,510,400
2018
$24,598 (+3.9%)
$902,800 + $1,444,300
$2,347,100
2017
$23,672 (+0.1%)
$902,800 + $1,332,500
$2,235,300
2016
$23,642 (−8.1%)
$902,800 + $1,246,500
$2,149,300
2015
$25,720 (+1.1%)
$737,500 + $1,386,400
$2,123,900
2014
$25,447 (+3.4%)
$737,500 + $1,285,300
$2,022,800
2013
$24,611 (+13.8%)
$737,500 + $1,135,500
$1,873,000
2012
$21,629 (+8.1%)
$417,420 + $1,241,280
$1,658,700
2009
$20,007 (+24.1%)
$417,420 + $1,146,870
$1,564,290
2006
$16,126
$455,100 + $1,061,900
$1,517,000
*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
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,106
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
3,017
Year built
1830
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Suffolk County
APN
3355410
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026.
May 20, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Work on electrical systems.
Electrical
May 15, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Work on plumbing.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 7
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Flooring: Hardwood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,017
Foundation Details: Granite
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Actual
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Garden
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.03
Lot Features: Level
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $28,387.62
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Anderson Street to Myrtle Street
UnparsedAddress: 86 Myrtle St, Boston MA 02114
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,017
Stories: 4.0
Parking Spaces: 0
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1,106 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1830
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Suffolk County
APN: 3355410
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: Family Room Tv
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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Sun exposure
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.
9.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$3.30M – $4.00M
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