40 Sullivan St, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129 • Charlestown
$1,799,000
Est. $10,908/month
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4
Beds
3
Baths
1,970
Sq Ft
$913
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1865
Year Built
New today
Time on Market
For Sale Listed Oct 13, 2026 • MLS# 73589976 Copied! • Updated Oct 13, 2026

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About this home

Discover the perfect blend of historic Charlestown charm and modern sophistication at 40 Sullivan Street. This beautifully updated four-bedroom, three-bathroom residence offers four levels of thoughtfully designed living space, rich architectural character, and a private brick patio ideal for outdoor entertaining. The inviting living room showcases an ornate fireplace, custom built-in shelving, hardwood floors, and elegant period details. The beautifully appointed eat-in kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, and distinctive brass pendant lighting. Generous windows fill the space with natural light, while a charming window seat adds warmth and character. Upstairs, four bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations and flexibility for a home office or guest space. Original wide-plank wood floors, decorative fireplaces, and classic millwork preserve the home's historic appeal, while three full bathrooms feature stylish updates, including a freestanding soaking tub and a double vanity with marble countertops. The finished lower level provides an inviting family or media room with a fireplace, built-in shelving, and French doors opening directly to the private, fenced brick patio—a wonderful extension of the living space for dining, entertaining, or relaxing outdoors. Ideally situated in the heart of Charlestown, this distinctive home offers a rare combination of timeless New England character, modern comfort, and versatile living spaces, all within easy reach of neighborhood shops, restaurants, parks, and downtown Boston.

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Price & Status History

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Listed for Sale
Oct 13, 2026
$1,799,000
Original listing
Agent: Jesse MacDonald Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $19,330 $1,558,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$19,330
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,558,900

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1865
Living Area 1,970 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Ductless
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement Partially Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry Second Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $19,330
Assessed Value $1,558,900
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Total living area square footage is approximate
Documents None
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1865
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
1,970 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry: Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1865
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation: Other

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Ductless
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Other
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
↓ 1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
D
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing
< 0.1 mi | #374 of 346 | Score: 33.9
Same rank as last year
78 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
< 0.1 mi | #86 of 352 | Score: 50.9
Improved 3 spots from last year
-7.3 below state avg
544 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
0.4 mi | #594 of 825 | Score: 41.1
Dropped 186 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.1 mi | #47 of 352 | Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.3 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.5
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.7 below state avg
585 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
East Boston Central Catholic School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
D
O'Donnell Elementary School
1.4 mi | #784 of 825 | Score: 29.9
Dropped 59 spots from last year
-28.3 below state avg
248 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Advent School
1.4 mi
Grades K-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.5 mi | #5 of 12 | Score: 45.2
Improved 124 spots from last year
-13 below state avg
100 students Diverse
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades PK-06
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
3.2 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
4.1 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.7 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
5.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
5.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
5.9 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
9.2 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
< 0.1 mi
UP Academy
3.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Charlestown High School
0.3 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
1.6 mi | #300 of 346 | Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students Moderate
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.0 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
2.2 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
2.6 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
3.3 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.5 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.7 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
4.4 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
4.4 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Charlestown

40 Sullivan St, Boston MA 02129

Boston, MA 02129

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jesse MacDonald
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone 617-242-4222
Agent MLS ID BB700098
Office MLS ID BB9059
Listing Data Updated Oct 13, 2026 4:32 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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