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Listing broker remarks

No. 86 Mount Vernon is a spectacular corner residence overlooking the coveted Louisburg Square in Boston’s most storied neighborhood. Built circa 1875, this 20’ wide townhouse offers 4,492 SQFT of classically scaled living space across 4 levels. The gracious floor plan has been reconfigured for today’s modern lifestyle, all while preserving the beauty and integrity of the magnificent historic details throughout the home. A grand double parlor living room, soaring ceiling heights, exquisite crown molding and ironwork, 70 windows and 6 original fireplaces serve as a lasting testament to a golden age of living. The 3rd floor living area opens to an expansive rooftop garden terrace with stunning views of and the skyline. Atop it all is a luxurious primary suite with multiple closets and a lavish 5-piece marble bath. Additional features include radiant heated mahogany floors throughout, direct elevator access to all floors and 1 parking space at the Brimmer St. Garage.— Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Beacon Hill

Boston's federal-era hillside neighborhood adjacent to the State House; brick row houses and gas lamps.

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Back Bay

Boston's Victorian brownstone district laid out on the filled-in tidal bay; Commonwealth Avenue Mall as central axis.

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Key details

  • 4,492 sq ft
  • 5 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 1875 built
  • $2,001 / sq ft
  • $101,419 2026 taxes
MLS #
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Last updated
Address
86 Mount Vernon Street
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02108
Deed (Bk/Pg)
62052 / 2RL

Historic designations

National Register
Beacon Hill Historic District
Local Historic District
Beacon Hill Historic District (2024 Boundary Increase) · includes D.11
MACRIS Inventory
BOS.16459 · includes BOS.16169

What this means for buyers →

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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.