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Listing broker remarks

For over 150 years, 12 Auburn Street has been part of ’s neighborhood foundation. Set on a quiet residential street moments from Main Street and the historic waterfront, this brick brownstone offers a rare chance to own architectural legacy while shaping its next chapter. Spanning four levels and 3,350+ square feet, the home offers scale and structure emblematic of its era. Configured as a multi-family, it includes a garden-level residence with private front and rear access, while the upper levels live comfortably as a single-family. Features include three bedrooms, three and one half renovated baths, three marble fireplaces, an entertainment room, updated kitchen, private deck and patio. Includes one deeded garage parking space nearby and two transferable off-street spaces. Original character, enduring construction, and timeless appeal make this a rare Charlestown opportunity.— Serhant

Charlestown

Boston neighborhood north of the Charles River; Bunker Hill, Navy Yard, and dense Federal-era streetscape.

About

Key details

  • 3,360 sq ft
  • 1,946 lot sq ft
  • 3 beds
  • 3.5 baths
  • 1880 built
  • $889 / sq ft
  • $17,400 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠0⁠4⁠1⁠7⁠4⁠
Last updated
Address
12 Auburn St
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02129
Deed (Bk/Pg)
61001 / 227

Historic designations

MACRIS Inventory
Bridge, Abel E. Row House

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Neighborhood: Boston

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.