Unique Homes MA

Converted Church

475 E 4th Street, Boston

Active $2,500,000

  • 3 bd
  • 3.5 ba
  • 3,023 sqft
  • 1899 built
  • $826/sqft
  • MLS #7⁠3⁠4⁠8⁠1⁠2⁠6⁠8⁠

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Listing broker remarks

Situated on a coveted corner lot with 3 exposures, the property features a lush private garden with a blue stone patio and 2 adjacent off-street parking spaces. Originally a church built of beautiful sandstone brick, this unique home boasts classic entries, an open staircase, slate roof, high ceilings, and 2 fireplaces. Oversized windows flood an ideal open floor plan with natural light. Enjoy a private deck off the primary suite with views of downtown Boston. Nearby amenities include vibrant nightlife, restaurants and shopping, beaches, parks, 2 MBTA train stations, and bus routes for travel to city destinations. This exceptional and well maintained home blends history, design, tranquility and proximity to enjoyable activities and residential conveniences.— Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Key details

  • 3,023 sq ft
  • 3,403 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1899 built
  • $826 / sq ft
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠8⁠1⁠2⁠6⁠8⁠
Last updated
Address
475 E 4th Street
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02127
Deed (Bk/Pg)
63400 / 42

Historic designations

National Register
Dorchester Heights Historic District · includes BOS.13333, BOS.13332, BOS.13329, BOS.13331

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Neighborhood: Boston

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.

Ch. 91 Waterways License

An active MassDEP permit for a dock, pier, seawall, or other structure on or over a Massachusetts waterway. Many older licenses are not digitized; this record is provided for reference only.

Massachusetts Great Pond

A Great Pond under M.G.L. Ch. 91 — the Commonwealth retains public rights to fish and navigate these state-designated waters. Private docks and other waterfront structures require a Waterways License from MassDEP.

Likely Great Pond

The MLS listing describes this property as being on a Great Pond, which would be a state-designated water body under M.G.L. Ch. 91. GIS data did not independently confirm the pond name — verification needed.