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$9,700,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 6 Beds
  • 6 Full Baths
  • 5 Partial Baths
  • 6,485 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.06 Acres
  • Updated 8 days ago
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Welcome to 79 Marlborough Street, a distinguished 25' wide Back Bay property situated on one of Boston's most coveted and picturesque residential streets. A chance of a lifetime; this brownstone retains original architectural details, soaring high ceilings and a short walk to the Charles River Esplanade. Ideally positioned a block away from the Boston Public Garden with a rooftop view of all Boston has to offer, this property has the unique opportunity for a trophy single-family residence, luxury condominium conversion, or investment property. This townhouse is currently configured with three two-bedroom apartments and two studio apartments with an unbelievable 6 outdoor parking spots.

Full Property Details for 79 Marlborough St

General

  • Price: $9,700,000
  • Taxes: $38,899 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • MLS ID: 73581928
  • Updated: 9/28/2026
  • Added to Site: 13 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 11
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 5

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 6

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Square Feet: 6,485
  • Year Built: 1864

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.06

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $38,899.57
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Disclosures/Rstr.: All leases are currently TAW.
  • Property ID: 3352894

Listed by Capitol Realty Group, Michael Silverstein

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— 79 Marlborough St —

  • Michael Silverstein

    Capitol Realty Group

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Schools serving 79 Marlborough St

School District:Boston School District
NameGradesDistance
William Mckinley
90 Warren Avenue, Boston, MA 02116
K-120.7 mi
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
885 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
PK-50.7 mi
Blackstone Elementary School
380 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA 02118
PK-50.9 mi
Quincy Upper School
152 Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116
6-120.5 mi
Carter School
270 Columbia Road, Boston, MA 02121
6-121 mi
Boston Latin School
78 Avenue Louis Pasteur, Boston, MA 02115
7-121.7 mi
Snowden Int'L High School
150 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
9-120.3 mi
Boston Adult Academy
20 Church St, Boston, MA 02116
9-120.5 mi
Madison Park High
75 Malcolm X Blvd, Boston, MA 02120
9-121.7 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 79 Marlborough St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/23/2026
Listed
$9,700,000
531.92%
MLS
9/08/1995
Sold
$1,535,000
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Tax History for 79 Marlborough St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$38,685
6%
$3,340,700
-1%
2024
$36,657
—
$3,363,000
-2%
2023
$36,835
1%
$3,429,700
3%
2022
$36,396
1%
$3,345,200
-1%
2021
$36,158
3%
$3,388,800
2%
2020
$35,189
3%
$3,332,300
3%
2019
$34,071
5%
$3,232,500
5%
2018
$32,367
1%
$3,088,500
2%
2017
$31,961
5%
$3,018,000
9%
2016
$30,448
-1%
$2,768,000
9%
2015
$30,699
-2%
$2,535,000
2%
2014
$31,299
—
$2,488,000
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79 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA 02116 (MLS# 73581928) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 5 partial bathrooms. 79 Marlborough Street is currently listed for $9,700,000 and was received on September 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 79 Marlborough Street? 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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