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24 Auburn Street Boston — Photo 1 of 36

24 Auburn Street Boston — Photo 1 of 36

$1,600,000

24 Auburn Street, Boston, MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 — Charlestown

Beds

4

Baths

2

SqFt

2,590

Style

Single Family

Built

1900

Rarely available, and well loved through generations, this handsome, 4+BR/2BA, brick two-family home on coveted Auburn Street offers nearly 2,600 square feet of living space and an additional 917sf of unfinished basement space, providing an extraordinary opportunity for an investor, contractor, or end-user to build equity or seamlessly convert to a single-family residence. Set on a picturesque, tree-lined street, the building features a grand entry foyer, tall ceiling height throughout, large windows that flood the rooms with natural light, and a blend of rich original oak and pine floors. The oversized first-floor, 1BR/1BA apartment offers a spacious 900+sf layout, featuring formal living and dining room parlors with pine floors, a full bath with tub, and an inviting kitchen that opens onto a private deck, which leads to a large, fenced in yard waiting to be brought back to a lush sanctuary. The “owner’s” unit is an impressive 3+BR/1BA, 1,600sf upper duplex with a spectacular front living room parlor with white marble mantel, ornate ceiling medallion and crown molding. A formal dining room parlor flows to the updated kitchen featuring stainless appliances and quartz countertops. A full bath with tub and a separate laundry room/pantry complete this level. The upper level offers 3 bedrooms, plus study, bathed in light from front and back windows and a skylight. This home is close to all Charlestown has to offer with great parks, local dining, shopping, and transport to downtown Boston.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$618/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$583/sqft
6% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,600,000
Annual Taxes$12,678

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street0

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms12
FireplacesNone
FlooringWood, Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
BasementFull, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Slab, Unfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingHot Water, Steam, Oil
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionBrick
RoofRubber
FoundationBrick/Mortar, Granite
ZoningR2

Property & Lot

Acres0.04
SqFt Lot1,833
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Microwave • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer • Gas Cooktop

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Third
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3
Second
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBathroom 1
First
Bedroom 4Bathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl Second

18.916666666 x 13.25

Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Crown Molding, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding

Dining Room
Lvl Second

11.916666666 x 19.333333333

Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding

Kitchen
Lvl Second

7.166666666 x 15.833333333

Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding

Master Bedroom
Lvl Third

12 x 15.083333333

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding

Bedroom 2
Lvl Third

12.083333333 x 14.416666666

Bedroom 3
Lvl Third

6.583333333 x 11.916666666

Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding

Bedroom 4
Lvl First

9.3 x 8.5

Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding

Bathroom 1
Lvl Second

5.666666666 x 8.583333333

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 2
Lvl First

5.583333333 x 8.75

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead

Property History

Listed
$1,600,000

Sep 9, 2026

MLS® 73574516

Listed
$1,600,000

Sep 9, 2026

MLS® 73574480

Population

20,032

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$157K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

49.5%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,590 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 1,833 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Nancy Roth

Listing Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

MLS® Number: 73574516

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