New
$1,799,000
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,970 sqft · 780 sqft lot
40 Sullivan St, Boston, MA 02129
Single family · Built 1865 · $913/sqft ·
$10,755/mo est. payment
Flood factor 1/10
About this home
Discover the perfect blend of historic Charlestown charm and modern sophistication at 40 Sullivan Street. This beautifully updated four-bedroom, three-bathroom residence offers four levels of thoughtfully designed living space, rich architectural character, and a private brick patio ideal for outdoor entertaining. The inviting living room showcases an ornate fireplace, custom built-in shelving, hardwood floors, and elegant period details. The beautifully appointed eat-in kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, and distinctive brass pendant lighting. Generous windows fill the space with natural light, while a charming window seat adds warmth and character. Upstairs, four bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations and flexibility for a home office or guest space. Original wide-plank wood floors, decorative fireplaces, and classic millwork preserve the home's historic appeal, while three full bathrooms feature stylish updates, including a freestanding soaking tub and a double vanity with marble countertops. The finished lower level provides an inviting family or media room with a fireplace, built-in shelving, and French doors opening directly to the private, fenced brick patio-a wonderful extension of the living space for dining, entertaining, or relaxing outdoors. Ideally situated in the heart of Charlestown, this distinctive home offers a rare combination of timeless New England character, modern comfort, and versatile living spaces, all within easy reach of neighborhood shops, restaurants, parks, and downtown Boston.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom Level: Third
- Bedroom 2 Level: Third
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
- Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 8
- Basement Features: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Family Room Level: Basement
- Living Room Level: First
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom 1 Level: Third
- Bathroom 2 Level: Second
- Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
- Primary Bathroom Features: Yes
Appliances
- Laundry Features: Second Floor
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Ductless
- Heating Features: Baseboard
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Level: First
- Kitchen Level: First
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.0179063
- Lot Size Square Feet: 780
Garage and Parking
- Open Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: On Street
Schools
- 8
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
elementary · K-8 · 0.1 mi
- 3
Charlestown High School
middle · 7-12 · 0.3 mi
Seaport Academy
high · 9-12 · 0.8 mi
- 4
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
elementary · K-6 · 0.4 mi
Boston Children's School
elementary · PK-2 · 0.9 mi
Boston Children's School Annex
elementary · K-3 · 0.9 mi
Price history
- Oct 13, 2026 · Listed$1,799,000
- Jul 14, 2022 · Listing Removed$6,500
- Jun 28, 2022 · Listing Removed—
- May 23, 2022 · Price Changed For Rent$6,500
- May 11, 2022 · Listed For Rent$7,000
- Apr 29, 2022 · Sold$1,800,000
- Mar 17, 2022 · Listed$1,599,900
- Jul 19, 2019 · Sold$1,375,000
Tax history
- 2025$17,026 tax · $1,470,300 assessed
- 2024$15,924 tax · $1,460,900 assessed
- 2023$12,380 tax · $1,152,700 assessed
- 2022$11,401 tax · $1,047,900 assessed
- 2021$10,962 tax · $1,027,400 assessed
- 2020$9,446 tax · $894,500 assessed
- 2019$7,938 tax · $753,100 assessed
- 2018$7,534 tax · $718,900 assessed
Home value
$1,820,761
- Quantarium$1,820,761
- Collateral Analytics$2,064,000
- Cotality$1,818,500
Where it is
Listed by Jesse Macdonald · Gibson Sotheby's International Realty · MLSPIN
