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$7,950,000

90 Mount Vernon St Boston, MA 02108

5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
4,996 sqft
0.05 acres
$1,591 / sqft
House

Property details

About 90 Mount Vernon St

On Mount Vernon Street right along Louisburg Square, this quintessential Beacon Hill townhouse admires a sublime wide-open viewpoint centered on the illustrious Square’s picturesque park. Now meticulously restored and renovated, this rare gem is featured in the book “Beacon Hill: A Living Portrait” and also highlights an idyllic private garden which was on the Hidden Gardens of Beacon Hill tour. Beauty and grace infuse this understatedly elegant home spanning the centuries with everlasting appeal. Refined moldings and 7 fireplaces add to the inviting ambiance, and large light-filled windows capture glorious leafy views front-to-back. Ideal entertaining spaces include the exquisite double parlors, bar room accessing the deck, and splendid dining room by the 40±-ft. terrace. Skillfully renovated kitchen. Handsome library, 2 offices. Serene primary suite with wardrobe room and luxe onyx bath. Elevator to all levels including full-height basement. Access to Acorn Street for brief parking.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,996 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1826
ParkingOn Street
MLS #73382993
FireplaceLiving Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
ViewCity

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Marble
  • Interior: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, Lighting - Overhead, Chair Rail, Decorative Molding, Library, Home Office, Media Room, Entry Hall, Foyer, Wet Bar, Elevator
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Parking: On Street
  • View: City
  • Exterior: Deck, Deck - Composite, Patio, City View(s), Garden
  • Architectural Style: Federal
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $7,950,000
  • Price/SqFt: $1,591
  • Annual Tax Amount: $63,212
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Directly across from Louisburg Square.
  • Year Built: 1826
  • Living Area: 4,996 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73382993
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  • Office Phone: (617) 375-6900
  • Listing Agent: George Ballantyne

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 05, 2023
Home Sold
$825,000
Jan 31, 2003
Home Sold
$3,300,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$5,799,300$63,212
2023$5,799,300$62,284
2022$5,523,100$60,091
2021$5,414,800$57,776
2020$4,842,900$51,141
2019$4,606,000$48,547

History based on county public records data.

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

1.2 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 $102,244. The most common annual income of people living in Boston, MA is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
21%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

61%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

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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Frequently asked questions

About 90 Mount Vernon St

The listing price of 90 Mount Vernon St property is $7,950,000.

The property 90 Mount Vernon St is a house located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02108.

Active Listing: 90 Mount Vernon St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 90 Mount Vernon St 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), Warren / Prescott K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Boston Adult Technical Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Quincy Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Snowden International School At Copley (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $63,212 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 5, 2023 for $825,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 90 Mount Vernon St has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 90 Mount Vernon St is 4,996 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 90 Mount Vernon St is 1826.

This home is located at 90 Mount Vernon St in Boston, MA and zip code 02108 in the Louisburg Square neighborhood. This 4,996 square foot home, which was built in 1826, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $7,950,000.

While more than 166 listings in Boston, MA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 53 listings sold at asking price, and more than 220 were sold below. The number of listings in Boston, MA increased by 4.6% between May and June 2025. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $842,218, while the average time on the real estate market was 36 days.

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

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