NEW LISTING | RARE BAY VILLAGE CORNER TOWNHOUSE | COMMERCIAL USE WITH RESIDENTIAL CONVERSION POTENTIAL. A distinctive opportunity in the heart of Boston’s historic Bay Village! Situated on a picturesque corner of Shawmut Street, this charming brick townhouse offers exceptional character, architectural appeal and possibilities for its next chapter. Currently configured for commercial office use, the property features approximately 1,701 square feet, four levels of versatile space, traditional architectural details, abundant natural light and a private brick courtyard. Whether envisioned as a boutique professional office, creative workspace or potential conversion to residential use, this unique property invites buyers to explore its possibilities. Ideally positioned near the South End, Back Bay, Theater District and Downtown Boston, with exciting neighborhood improvements underway. Property is currently zoned commercial. Any residential conversion, change of use, expansion or redevelopment is subject to applicable zoning, permitting and governmental approvals. Buyers and their representatives are responsible for conducting all due diligence regarding permitted uses, zoning, building requirements and conversion feasibility. Property sold as-is.
Property Details
Price:
$1,650,000
MLS #:
73600830
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
1.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
bayvillage
Listed Date:
Nov 10, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,701
Total Sq Ft:
1,701
Lot Size:
777 sqft / 0.02 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1900
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Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
1292
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
409
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Exterior
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Construction Materials
Brick
Exterior Features
Patio, Garden
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
On Street
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Roof
Slate
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Financial
Tax Year
2027
Taxes
$14,917
Map
Community
- Address16 Shawmut Boston MA
- CityBoston
- CountySuffolk
- Zip Code02116
Subdivisions in Boston
- Adams Village
- Ashmont Hill
- Ashmont Hill / Carruth Area
- Ashmont Hill / Peabody Square
- Beacon Hill
- Bellevue Hill
- Boston
- Central JP
- Charlestown
- Clam Point
- Doctor’s Row
- Dorchester
- East Boston
- Fairmount Hill
- Fairmount Hill
- Forest Hills
- George Wright Golf Course Neighborhood
- Highland
- Holy Name Parish neighborhood
- Hyde Park
- Jeffries Point
- Ledgewood Road
- Lower Allston
- Lower Mills
- Lower Mills and East Milton Square
- Melville Park
- Moss Hill
- Nubian Square
- Oak Square
- Oak Square Brighton/Newton Liine
- Orient Heights
- Over The Bridge – Savin Hill
- Peak Hill Neighborhood
- Peter’s Hill
- Pondside
- Pondside Jamaica Plain
- Readville
- Roslindale
- Roxbury
- Roxbury’s Egleston Square
- Savin Hill OTB
- Savin Hill/JFK
- South Boston
- Thompson Square
- Truman Parkway/ Monahan Park
- Ward 20
- Well Respected Hyde Park Neighborhood Area of Boston.
- West Roxbury
- Woodbourne
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Boston as of Nov 12, 2026
403
Single Family Listed
125
Avg DOM
663
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,905,823
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 16 Shawmut Boston MA is a Single Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02116. It is listed for $1,650,000 and features 4 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,701 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1900. The current price per square foot is $970. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Boston is $663. The average listing price for Single Family in Boston is $1,905,823. To schedule a showing of MLS#73600830 at 16 Shawmut in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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16 Shawmut
Boston, MA