Franklin Knotts
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(781) 752-4079
21 Total Sales
2 in Beacon Hill
$400K - $2.9M Price Range
59 Mount Vernon St Boston, MA 02108
Beacon Hill NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $6,960,634
6
Beds
5
Baths
6,860
Sq Ft
$1,015/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Custom Closet System
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Marble Flooring
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Balcony
About This Home
As of January 2022A paragon of timeless beauty with a rich heritage, this admired landmark residence built in 1837 presides atop picturesque Mount Vernon Street on the crest of Beacon Hill, benefitting from the southerly sunlight and large, lush garden that graces its grand Greek Revival frontispiece. Designed by architect Edward Shaw for prominent merchant Adam W. Thaxter, Jr., this rare jewel has been carefully restored and enhanced as a comfortably refined home of extraordinary character, notable for its splendid details and graceful ensemble of living/entertaining rooms. Striking Ionic pilasters adorn the bow-front sitting room. Other highlights include 14 fireplaces, double parlors, a dramatic curvilinear staircase, and top-floor octagonal observatory room commanding 360-degree city vistas. Opening to a captivating garden terrace, the dine-in gourmet kitchen is bright and airy below a peaked skylight. Served by an elevator, the home offers a versatile layout with the bedrooms on various levels.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 02/10/2021
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1837
Lot Details
- 3,485
Parking
- 1
Home Design
- Updated or Remodeled
Interior Spaces
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Light Fixtures
- Fireplace
- Bay Window
- French Doors
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Stove
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Marble
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary bedroom located on third floor
- Custom Closet System
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- 3 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 5, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2021
Closed on
Jan 6, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
George Ballantyne
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Daria McLean
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$7,350,000
Sold Price
$5,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,850,000
-25.17%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.29%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 6, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Beacon Hill, MA
-
Franklin Knotts
-
Barbara Wales
Barbara Wales
Engel & Volkers Newton
(781) 512-8233
103 Total Sales
1 in Beacon Hill
$906,500 Price
-
Bill Gehan
Bill Gehan
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
(781) 549-0309
71 Total Sales
2 in Beacon Hill
$3.4M - $4.9M Price Range
-
Tina DiMonda
Tina DiMonda
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(857) 763-4448
28 Total Sales
1 in Beacon Hill
$2,950,000 Price
-
Caroline Morson
Caroline Morson
Compass
(781) 209-6953
41 Total Sales
1 in Beacon Hill
$900,000 Price
-
Ellie Cornish Chu
Ellie Cornish Chu
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
(857) 663-0737
14 Total Sales
5 in Beacon Hill
$3.3M - $5.7M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Available | ||
| $5,550,000 | None Available | ||
| $190,800 | -- | ||
| $115,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $100,000 | ||
| Closed | $194,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $195,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $178,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/07/2022 01/07/22 | Sold | $5,500,000 | -12.7% | $802 / Sq Ft |
| 11/30/2021 11/30/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/20/2021 07/20/21 | Price Changed | $6,300,000 | -4.5% | $918 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2021 05/12/21 | Price Changed | $6,600,000 | -4.3% | $962 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2021 04/28/21 | Price Changed | $6,900,000 | -6.1% | $1,006 / Sq Ft |
| 02/10/2021 02/10/21 | For Sale | $7,350,000 | -- | $1,071 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 | $60,258 | $5,203,600 | $2,327,800 | $2,875,800 |
| 2024 | $64,123 | $5,882,800 | $2,074,300 | $3,808,500 |
| 2023 | $85,381 | $7,949,800 | $2,803,100 | $5,146,700 |
| 2022 | $88,880 | $8,169,100 | $2,883,200 | $5,285,900 |
| 2021 | $85,456 | $8,009,000 | $2,826,700 | $5,182,300 |
| 2020 | $82,001 | $7,765,200 | $2,344,700 | $5,420,500 |
| 2019 | $77,897 | $7,390,600 | $1,912,300 | $5,478,300 |
| 2018 | $72,414 | $6,909,700 | $1,912,300 | $4,997,400 |
| 2017 | $69,690 | $6,580,700 | $1,912,300 | $4,668,400 |
| 2016 | $69,670 | $6,333,600 | $1,912,300 | $4,421,300 |
| 2015 | $70,276 | $5,803,110 | $1,372,680 | $4,430,430 |
| 2014 | $69,526 | $5,526,720 | $1,372,680 | $4,154,040 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
George Ballantyne
Seller's Agent in 2022
George Ballantyne
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 899-7045
9 in this area
49 Total Sales
-
Daria McLean
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Daria McLean
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 312-1700
5 in this area
31 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72784190
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001694
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