
16 W Cedar St Boston, MA 02108
Beacon Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $36,687/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- City View
- Federal Architecture
- Sauna
- Granite Flooring
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
This elegant townhouse, built during the late Federal period by Cornelius Coolidge, is situated on one of Beacon Hill's most picturesque streets. Renowned for its arched entryways, elegant fanlights, and first floor triple windows, this row of townhouses exudes historic charm. The property features a tranquil garden, accessible via a door leading to Cedar Lane Way, which has been showcased on the Beacon Hill Garden Tour. With much of its original period details preserved, the home offers four-plus bedrooms, an inviting living room, a bright formal dining room, a cozy family room and a spacious full basement with direct garden access.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $51,944
Year Built
- Built in 1827
Lot Details
- 1,560 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned R1
Home Design
- Federal Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slate Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,138 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- 5 Fireplaces
- Sauna
- Granite Flooring
- City Views
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Home Security System
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Central Air
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:01512 S:000,3356526
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Beacon Hill Subdivision
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2025 | $51,944 | $4,485,700 | $2,278,100 | $2,207,600 |
2024 | $52,861 | $4,849,600 | $2,082,100 | $2,767,500 |
2023 | $52,085 | $4,849,600 | $2,082,100 | $2,767,500 |
2022 | $50,251 | $4,618,700 | $1,983,000 | $2,635,700 |
2021 | $48,315 | $4,528,100 | $1,944,100 | $2,584,000 |
2020 | $44,980 | $4,259,500 | $1,616,100 | $2,643,400 |
2019 | $42,771 | $4,058,000 | $1,318,200 | $2,739,800 |
2018 | $39,761 | $3,794,000 | $1,318,200 | $2,475,800 |
2017 | $38,265 | $3,613,300 | $1,318,200 | $2,295,100 |
2016 | $38,217 | $3,474,300 | $1,318,200 | $2,156,100 |
2015 | $39,778 | $3,284,700 | $1,254,300 | $2,030,400 |
2014 | $39,354 | $3,128,300 | $1,254,300 | $1,874,000 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/09/2025 07/09/25 | For Sale | $5,950,000 | -- | $1,438 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $3,410,000 | -- | |
Deed | $1,525,000 | -- | |
Deed | $1,500,000 | -- | |
Deed | $1,495,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $1,750,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $999,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $900,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $150,000 | No Value Available |
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73401572

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001512
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