#73388618, Frank Celeste, Listing office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
$1,100,000 List price
4 Essex St Boston, MA 02129
5 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,547 sqft
0.03 acres
$711 / sqft
House
Property details
About 4 Essex St
Nestled on a picturesque gas-lit side street in Charlestown, this semi-attached single-family home sits proudly on a corner lot and offers an exciting opportunity to create your dream city residence. With five bedrooms, the flexible floor plan easily accommodates a growing household, work-from-home setups, or even rental income possibilities. The elevated kitchen overlooks the street and offers city skyline views, along with a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, gas range, and stylish tile accents. A mud/laundry room provides direct access to the private, enclosed backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms and a beautifully updated bathroom featuring a soaking tub and a glass-enclosed tile shower. The top floor is primed for a transformation into a stunning primary suite or bonus living area. With its unbeatable location, charming character, and room to personalize, this home is a rare Charlestown gem.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,547 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1875
ParkingOn Street
MLS #73401298
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Parking: On Street
- Architectural Style: Other (See Remarks)
- Heating: Baseboard
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $1,100,000
- Price/SqFt: $711
- Lot: Corner Lot
- Directions: Main St and then a right on Essex St. House on the right
- Year Built: 1875
- Living Area: 1,547 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: 73401298
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
- Office Phone: (617) 242-0025
- Listing Agent: Sarah Fillmann
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Nearby schools
5
Harvard / Kent Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•50 Bunker Hill St
5
Kennedy-Longfellow
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•158 Spring St
4
King Open
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•850 Cambridge St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,164. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
58%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Music Concerts
Art Museums
Where do the neighbors shop?
Banana Republic
H&M
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jack In The Box
Chipotle
Starbucks
What do the neighbors drive?
Toyota
Volkswagen
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
Jazz
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 4 Essex St
The listing price of 4 Essex St property is $1,100,000.
The property 4 Essex St is a house located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02129.
Active Listing: 4 Essex St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 4 Essex St are: Harvard / Kent Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Kennedy-Longfellow (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), King Open (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Warren / Prescott K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), E Somerville Community (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cambridge Street Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Charlestown High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Full Circle High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Community Charter School of Cambridge (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
The property at 4 Essex St has 5 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 4 Essex St is 1,547 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 4 Essex St is 1875.
This home is located at 4 Essex St in Boston, MA and zip code 02129 in the Charlestown neighborhood. This 1,547 square foot home, which was built in 1875, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,100,000.
In June 2025 more than 166 listings in Boston, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 53 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 220 were sold below. In June 2025 in Boston, MA there were 4.6% more homes for sale than in May. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 36 days, the median list price was $842,218.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.