Discover the perfect blend of historic Charlestown charm and modern sophistication at 40 Sullivan Street. This beautifully updated four-bedroom, three-bathroom residence offers four levels of thoughtfully designed living space, rich architectural character, and a private brick patio ideal for outdoor entertaining. The inviting living room showcases an ornate fireplace, custom built-in shelving, hardwood floors, and elegant period details. The beautifully appointed eat-in kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, and distinctive brass pendant lighting. Generous windows fill the space with natural light, while a charming window seat adds warmth and character. Upstairs, four bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations and flexibility for a home office or guest space. Original wide-plank wood floors, decorative fireplaces, and classic millwork preserve the home’s historic appeal, while three full bathrooms feature stylish updates, including a freestanding soaking tub and a double vanity with marble countertops. The finished lower level provides an inviting family or media room with a fireplace, built-in shelving, and French doors opening directly to the private, fenced brick patio—a wonderful extension of the living space for dining, entertaining, or relaxing outdoors. Ideally situated in the heart of Charlestown, this distinctive home offers a rare combination of timeless New England character, modern comfort, and versatile living spaces, all within easy reach of neighborhood shops, restaurants, parks, and downtown Boston.
Property Details
Price:
$1,799,000
MLS #:
73589976
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
charlestown
Listed Date:
Oct 13, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,970
Total Sq Ft:
1,970
Lot Size:
780 sqft / 0.02 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1865
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Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
1570
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
400
Cooling
Ductless
Fireplaces Total
2
Heating
Baseboard
Laundry Features
Second Floor
Exterior
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Lot Features
Other
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
On Street
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$19,330
Map
Community
- Address40 Sullivan St Boston MA
- CityBoston
- CountySuffolk
- Zip Code02129
Subdivisions in Boston
- Adams Village
- Ashmont Hill
- Ashmont Hill / Carruth Area
- Back Bay
- Bay Village
- Beacon Hill
- Bellevue Hill
- Boston
- Brighton-Oak Square
- Charlestown
- Chestnut Hill
- Chestnut Hill /Brookline line
- Chestnut Hill Park Condominium
- Clam Point Neighborhood
- Eight Streets Neighborhood
- Ellis South End Neighborhood
- Fairmount Hill
- Fields Corner
- Gas Light District
- Golf Course Neighborhood
- Harbor View
- Harborview
- Highland
- Hyde Park
- Jamaica Plain
- Lower Mills
- Melville Park
- Metropolitan Heights Area
- Metropolitan Hill
- Mission Hill – Longwood Medical
- Oak Square
- Parkway neighborhood
- Roslindale
- Roslindale – WC Bates
- roslindale village
- Roxbury’s Moreland Street Historic District
- Savin Hill: Minutes to Carson Beach/UMass Boston T-Stop
- South Boston
- Suffolk County
- Sumner Hill
- Thomas Park
- Woodbourne
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Boston as of Oct 14, 2026
407
Single Family Listed
118
Avg DOM
663
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,914,515
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 40 Sullivan St Boston MA is a Single Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02129. It is listed for $1,799,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,970 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1865. The current price per square foot is $913. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Boston is $663. The average listing price for Single Family in Boston is $1,914,515. To schedule a showing of MLS#73589976 at 40 Sullivan St in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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40 Sullivan St
Boston, MA

