16 Chestnut St, Boston, MA, 02129
About This Home
Perfectly positioned between the Training Field and the Charlestown Navy Yard, this newly renovated single-family brownstone offers four levels of luxury living in one of the neighborhood’s most coveted locations. The home features 4 bedrooms plus a large finished lower level with dedicated storage—ideal for a media room, gym, or playroom. A stunning chef’s kitchen with marble surfaces and Thermador appliances opens to a private patio with a gas grill hookup, perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining.The primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a steam shower, gas stove, and a dedicated sitting area that opens to a private balcony with breathtaking city views. A second-level south-facing roof deck with a gas fire-pit hookup provides exceptional outdoor living. Beautiful exposed brick, refined finishes, and thoughtful craftsmanship are showcased throughout. This home combines new construction, period detail, historic surroundings, and unmatched Charlestown Walkability.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Excellent Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1860
Materials
- Foundation: Stone,Granite
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
- Construction materials: Frame,Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Italianate
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater,Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer,Range Hood,Oven,Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Wine Chiller, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 271.25
Family Room
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Window Seat
- Level: Basement
- Area: 365.7
Features
- Sauna/Steam/Hot Tub
- Flooring: Wood,Tile,Engineered Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 883
- Finished area above ground: 2,563
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,446
- Total interior livable area: 3,446 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Pantry, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances, Sunken, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Breezeway, Decorative Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 675
Living Room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Wainscoting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 271.25
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0203466000,1280325
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: R1
- Exclusions: Stagers Furniture
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck,Deck - Composite,Patio,Enclosed
- Exterior features: Deck,Deck - Composite,Patio,Patio - Enclosed,Balcony,Rain Gutters,City View(s),Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City,Water,Bay,Dock/Mooring,Harbor,Marina,Ocean
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Dock/Mooring,Harbor,Marina,Ocean,Water
Lot
- Lot size: 1,348 sqft
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached,Leased
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $15,164 | $181,968 |
| Home Insurance * | $620 | $7,440 |
| Property Taxes | $2,902 | $34,824 |
| Electricity | $679 | $8,154 |
| Total | $19,365 | $232,380 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-05 | Listed for sale | $3,199,000 |
| 2025-05-29 | Sold | $1,375,000 |
| 2025-04-07 | Contingent | $1,699,000 |
| 2025-04-02 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000 |
| 2025-02-24 | Listing removed | $1,699,000 |
| 2025-01-12 | Price change | $1,699,000 |
| 2024-12-10 | Price change | $1,799,000 |
| 2024-11-19 | Listed for sale | $1,999,000 |
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