$12,900,000

57 Hancock St Boston, MA 02114

5 beds
5 full, 3 partial
7,777 sqft
0.04 acres
$1,659 / sqft
House

Property details

About 57 Hancock St

Grand iconic corner building has just undergone a complete restoration into one of the finest single family homes on Beacon Hill. An extremely rare Egyptian Revival home has stood in this location since 1870 and still posses the papyrus capitals on the entryway columns to mark the style. This sun filled corner property maintains three exposures, 65 windows, ceiling heights ranging from 9-11 to 11-7, three roof decks, courtyard and a sweeping top to bottom staircase that begins in a grand entryway and ends at a dramatic 8 window cupola that truly must be seen. This tremendous home offers substantial curb appeal, three magnificent bays, gracious rooms and architectural detail. Property amenities include elevator, two wet bars, three gas fireplaces, entertainment club level with roof deck, three laundries, top floor media room, three parking spaces, and much more. Spectacular opportunity in one of Boston's most historic and desirable neighborhoods.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size7,777 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1870
ParkingLeased
MLS #73340382

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73340382
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Olde Forge Realty
  • Office Phone: (617) 293-2395
  • Listing Agent: Glenn Forger

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 04, 2021
Home Sold
$4,450,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$3,537,900$38,563
2023$3,537,900$37,997
2022$3,274,900$35,631
2021$3,119,000$33,280
2020$2,945,100$31,100
2019$2,752,900$29,016

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

885 Washington St

5

Harvard / Kent Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

50 Bunker Hill St

5

Kennedy-Longfellow

Public District PK-5

1.3 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 $82,185. Most Boston, MA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
11%
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?

79%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
5%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

3%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
63%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

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

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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About 57 Hancock St

This home is located at 57 Hancock St in Boston, MA and zip code 02114 in the Beacon Hill neighborhood. This 7,777 square foot home, which was built in 1870, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $12,900,000.

Over 99 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Boston, MA. In the same period over 134 listings were sold below the listed price and 51 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Boston, MA increased by 29.2% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 42 days, the median list price was $835,709.

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

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