$4,250,000

142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 Boston, MA 02108

3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,985 sqft
$1,424 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5

Reminiscent of a classic Venetian palazzo, 142 Chestnut is the former Mansion of famed Boston architect Henry Forbes Bigelow and is located on one of the most desirable streets on the Flat of Beacon Hill. A stunning, Italian-Renaissance inspired brick courtyard graces the center of the building and is complete with a water fountain and lush, green plantings. Residence 4-5 is a spectacular 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence offering just under 3,000 square feet of living space all on one level and featuring direct elevator access. Outstanding features include a gracious formal living room overlooking gaslit Chestnut Street, eat-in kitchen with high-end appliances, butler’s pantry, spacious dining room with courtyard views and a library/home office. The primary suite is complete with a large walk-in closet and lavish marble bath. Steps from the Charles River Esplanade, the Public Garden, Boston Common and Charles Street, this magnificent property is not to be missed.

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,985 sqft
Year built1915
MLS #73343320

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Exterior: Patio - Enclosed
  • Architectural Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $4,250,000
  • Price/SqFt: $1,423
  • HOA Amount: $1391 Monthly
  • Directions: On Chestnut Street between Brimmer Street and David G Mugar Way.
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,985 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 73343320
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (617) 236-0711
  • Listing Agent: Tracy Campion

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Nearby schools

6

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

885 Washington St

3

Blackstone Innovation School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

380 Shawmut Ave

5

Kennedy-Longfellow

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

158 Spring St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $97,610. The most common annual income of people living in Boston, MA is between $100k-200k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
32%
100k-200k
17%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

76%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

5%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
40%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5

The listing price of 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 property is $4,250,000.

The property 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 is a condo located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02108.

Active Listing: 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 are: Josiah Quincy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Blackstone Innovation School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kennedy-Longfellow (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Eliot K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cambridge Street Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Snowden International School At Copley (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Boston Adult Technical Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Quincy Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

The property at 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 is 2,985 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 is 1915.

This home is located at 142 Chestnut St Unit 4-5 in Boston, MA and zip code 02108 in the Beacon Hill neighborhood. This 2,985 square foot home was built in 1915. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,250,000.

While more than 136 listings in Boston, MA in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 52 listings sold at asking price, and more than 160 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Boston, MA between March and April 2025 increased by 31.8%. In April 2025 median list price was $840,482 and the average listing age was 47 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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