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4 Short Street Place
Boston, MA 02129
3 days ago
NEW
$770,000
Active
1
Beds
2
Baths
900
Sqft
0.01
Acres
1885
Yr. Built
MLS# 73579400
Cumulative Days on Market: 4 · Includes prior listings · Currently listed since 09/18/26 · Data provided by the MLS.

Property Description

Unique in every way, this row house with a private patio perfectly embodies the historic charm of Charlestown. Ideally located a short distance from the Orange Line T, public amenities like the community garden and theater, and Ctown's best shops and restaurants, this meticulously updated property provides comfort and privacy against the backdrop of vibrant city life. The practical layout features an entryway mudroom, a spacious exposed-beam kitchen and dining area, a 1st floor bath, a generously sized living room with a murphy bed, a top floor bedroom suite with walk-in closet and second full bath, basement storage, and in-unit laundry. Recent updates include A / C (2022), all new Anderson windows (2024), custom window treatments, a new oven (2025), a new hot water heater (2026), fresh paint throughout, and bedroom carpeting. Located down a charming brick path, this turn-key property is filled with sunlight and views of mature trees in its idyllic setting. Residential exemption available to reduce taxes. All of this with no HOA!

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Property Highlights

Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Architectural Style
Federal
Bedrooms
1
Total Bathrooms
2
Living Area
900
Price / Sqft
$856
Acres
0.01
Year Built
1885

Location

Area
Charlestown
City/Township
Boston
View
City View(s), City
County
Suffolk
Zoning
R1

Property Details

Price
$770,000
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Building

Levels
Multi/Split
Total Area
900 Sqft

Community

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Local Schools

Elementary School
Bps
Middle School
Bps
High School
Bps

Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Bedrooms
1

Rooms and Basement

Total Rooms
5
Basement Features
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Area and Spaces

Living Area
900
Above Grade Finished Area
900
Below Grade Finished Area
332

Appliances

Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup
Accessibility Features
No
Door Features
Insulated Doors
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Electic
100 Amp Service

Heating and Cooling

Heating Features
Forced Air, Ductless

Building Details

Construction

Architectural Style
Federal
Year Built
1885
Foundations
Stone

Materials

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle, Rubber

Terms

Terms

Special Terms
Contract

Taxes

Tax

Tax (Annual)
$9,340
Tax Assessed Value
746700.00

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Cooling Features
Central Air, Ductless

Utilities

Utilities
for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Sewer
Public Sewer

Green Energy

Energy Efficiency Features
Thermostat

Utilities

Water Source
Public

Lot

Acres
0.01
Lot Size
0.01
Lot Size Area Sq Ft
428
Road Frontage
Private Road

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Patio, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Garden
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced

Parking

Parking Features
On Street
Listed by Coleman Group, William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Listing Data last updated 09/21/2026 07:00 am
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Cumulative Days on Market: 4 days (includes prior listings) · Currently listed since September 18, 2026. Data provided by the MLS.

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