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Listing broker remarks

Excellent Location & Incredible Potential! Property will be delivered Fully Furnished! Don't miss this beautifully remodeled and meticulously maintained home in the heart of . High ceilings, hardwood floors and an abundance of natural light, the property boasts spacious bedrooms with expansive closets. 2 full and 1 half baths, and private balconies on both levels. The massive basement offers high ceilings, windows, and a walk-out door leading to a large garden. Perfectly situated just blocks from the blue line and Constitution Beach. Move-in ready and a must-see! Can be changed into a large multifamily as the lot runs deep.— Cameron Prestige, LLC

East Boston

Boston neighborhood across the harbor; Maverick / Airport Blue Line stops.

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Key details

  • 1,850 sq ft
  • 2,612 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2.5 baths
  • 1890 built
  • $467 / sq ft
  • $7,720 2024 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠4⁠2⁠4⁠0⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
551 Bennington st
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02128
Deed (Bk/Pg)
50336 / 349

Map

Neighborhood: East 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.