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$2,100,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
4 Full Baths
3,810 Sq. Ft.
0.05 Acres

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Property Description

South Boston's most coveted home, "Big Red", is now on the market! This 3,810 sq ft Front Gabled Colonial Revival is perched proudly across from Medal of Honor Park, blending historic charm with modern upgrades. The full-width farmer's porch, custom vintage-style windows, and new shutters offer timeless curb appeal. Inside, the 1st floor features a cozy family room/playroom, a formal living room with gas fireplace and bowed windows, an elegant dining room with bay window seat, and an eat-in kitchen with maple cabinetry and a pantry. The renovated marble bath adds luxury. Upstairs, the stunning primary suite includes radiant marble floors, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and California closet. Two guest rooms, a renovated family bath with laundry, and a finished attic bedroom/office provide versatile space. Bonus: in-law suite in basement, central A/C (2020), boiler (2014), and 2 years of pre-paid rental parking. A rare opportunity to own a true South Boston treasure!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 56 N St

General

Sold For: $2,100,000
Taxes: $13,612 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MLSPin
MLS ID: 73389475
Added to Site: 264 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 13
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Flooring: Wood, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 4
Main - Full Baths: 4

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5
Primary Bedroom: Yes

Exterior

Exterior Features: Porch

Parking

Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Leased

Location

Area: South Boston
County: Suffolk
Driving Directions: East Broadway to N Street

Heating & Cooling

Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Heating Type: Baseboard
Heating Fuel: Baseboard
Heating Zones: 2

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Finished
Square Feet: 3,810
Sq. Ft. Source: Other
Living Area: 3,810 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1900

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.05
Lot Dimensions: .05
Lot Features: Corner Lot

Water Features

Water Front Desc.: Bay, 3/10 to 1/2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $551.18
Tax Amount: $13,612
Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

Disclosures/Rstr.: Taxes shown with residential exemption. Rental parking next door is pre paid by seller for 2 years and will be transferred to new owner.
Property ID: W:06 P:03693 S:000, 1413859

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Schools serving 56 N St

School District:Boston School District

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Price & Sales History for 56 N St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/30/2025

Sold

$2,100,000

-10.6%

MLS

7/10/2025

Price Reduced

$2,349,000

-6%

MLS

6/11/2025

Listed

$2,499,000

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MLS

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Units
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Units
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Total Beds
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56 N St, Boston, MA 02127 (MLS# 73389475) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,100,000 on September 30, 2025. This property was listed by The Quirk Group from our Boston-Back Bay Office.Want to learn more about 56 N St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Boston? You can browse all Boston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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