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Listing broker remarks

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.— Compass

Key details

  • 3,852 sq ft
  • 1,344 lot sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 1833 built
  • $1,661 / sq ft
  • $55,224 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠5⁠7⁠5⁠3⁠6⁠
Last updated
Address
54 Pinckney St
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02114
Deed (Bk/Pg)
68006 / 25

Historic designations

National Register
Beacon Hill Historic District
Local Historic District
Historic Beacon Hill District· · includes BOS.BE
MACRIS Inventory
Hillard, George House

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Neighborhood: Beacon Hill

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.