Overlooking John Harvard Mall in Charlestown’s historic gaslight district, this handsome, 5+BR/4.5BA, bow front brick townhome, offers 4,000sf of living space and two covered parking spaces. Built circa 1875, the home was rebuilt from the brick façade inward in 2009/10, with all-new framing and major systems, then thoughtfully reimagined in 2024/25 for modern family living. The main level is open and filled with light, with living, dining, and kitchen spaces flowing together beneath crown molding and custom millwork. A gas fireplace with porcelain surround anchors the living area, and a multi-zone sound system carries music throughout. The chef’s kitchen centers on a large marble-topped island and is equipped with a new Thermador six-burner range with grill and double ovens, plus a Sub-Zero refrigerator. Oversized windows and skylights brighten the space, and a French door opens to a private side porch for outdoor dining and grilling. A powder room services this level. The entire second floor is reserved for the primary suite, w/dual walk-in closets and a spa-style bath featuring a freestanding soaking tub, double vanity, and oversized walk-in shower. The third-floor features two generous bedrooms w/dual custom closets; a dedicated home office, full bath, and laundry center. The fourth-floor adds a custom built-in library or study and guest suite. Above it all, the roof deck offers 360-degree views of Boston Harbor and the city skyline. The lower provides versatile living space: a media room w/wet bar and EuroCave wine refrigerator, a gym or au pair suite, an oversized mudroom w/heated floor, abundant storage, and second washer/dryer. A 2-car covered driveway is just off the mudroom. Historic character, modern systems, and a coveted location make this a turnkey Charlestown home.
Property Details
Price:
$4,750,000
MLS #:
73590132
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
4.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Charlestown
Neighborhood:
charlestown
Listed Date:
Oct 13, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
4,000
Total Sq Ft:
4,000
Lot Size:
1,327 sqft / 0.03 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1875
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Schools
Elementary School:
Bps
Middle School:
Bps
High School:
Bps
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
3088
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Indoor Grill, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Wine Cooler
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
912
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring – Hardwood, Flooring – Stone/Ceramic Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Closet/Cabinets – Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Lighting – Overhead, Decorative Molding, Window Seat, Bathroom – Full, Bathroom – Tiled With Tub & Shower, Lighting – Sconce, Pedestal Sink, Closet, Countertops – Stone/Granite/Solid, Vestibule, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Lighting – Pendant, Home Office, Bathroom, Mud Room, Library, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound, Internet Available – Broadband
Laundry Features
In Basement
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Exterior
Architectural Style
Italianate
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
Construction Materials
Brick
Exterior Features
Deck, Deck – Roof, City View(s)
Green Energy Efficient
Thermostat
Lot Features
Level
Open Parking Spaces
2
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
Off Street, Tandem, Deeded, Paved
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Deck – Roof
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Security Features
Security System
View
City
Window Features
Skylight, Insulated Windows
Financial
Tax Year
2027
Taxes
$51,972
Map
Community
- Address42 Harvard Street Boston MA
- SubdivisionCharlestown
- 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 13, 2026
405
Single Family Listed
118
Avg DOM
664
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,921,023
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Charlestown subdivision, 42 Harvard Street Boston MA is a Single Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02129. It is listed for $4,750,000 and features 5 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 4,000 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1875. The current price per square foot is $1,188. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Boston is $664. The average listing price for Single Family in Boston is $1,921,023. To schedule a showing of MLS#73590132 at 42 Harvard Street in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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42 Harvard Street
Boston, MA

