70 Montgomery St, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • South End
$4,950,000
$4,585,000
Est. $26,592/month
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About this home
A truly rare opportunity directly facing onto Montgomery Park — one of the South End’s most coveted private and picturesque green spaces — 70 Montgomery St. is a stunning single-family townhouse offering rare park-side living in the heart of Boston and accessible to just a few. A dramatic three-story bay window brings natural light and sweeping park views across multiple levels. Indoor and outdoor living blend seamlessly, with direct garden-level access to the park and an expansive kitchen-level balcony perfect for morning coffee and evening sunsets. Victorian charm abounds, rich in period details, including a gracious double parlor, elegant ceiling medallions, ornate intricate plasterwork, marble mantels, etched glass doors in both the parlor and entry, and beautiful pine floors. The upper floors offer three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, skylights, and a dedicated laundry room. On the garden level- a studio provides living space for an au pair/guest and remarkable wine cellar.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
7.4%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jun 17, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 15, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Jun 2, 2026
$4,585,000
$365,000
(-7.37%)
From $4,950,000 to $4,585,000 (-7.4%)
Listed for Sale
Apr 8, 2026
$4,950,000
Original listing
Agent: Brian Tierney
Office: Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/15/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/02/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $4,585,000 | $365,000 | - | From $4,950,000 to $4,585,000 (-7.4%) |
| 04/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $4,950,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,494 | $3,324,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$38,494
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$3,324,200
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1860
Living Area
3,288 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Pine
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
5
Basement
None
Laundry
Washer Hookup
Features
Wet Bar, Internet Available - Dsl
Exterior
Construction
Brick, Stone
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
Slate
Features
Deck, Patio, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck, Patio
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
Fuses, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$38,494
Assessed Value
$3,324,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
84 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1860
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,288 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
2,838 sq ft above grade
450 sq ft below grade
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Pine
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Wet Bar, Internet Available - DSL
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Washer Hookup
Security:
Security System
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1860
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Brick, Stone
Roof:
Slate
Foundation:
Slab
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Patio, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
5
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.1 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.1 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.4 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.7 mi
|
#772 of 824
|
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
B
Excel Academy Charter School
0.9 mi
|
#155 of 346
|
Score: 54.9
Improved 160 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
1,379 students
Moderate
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Grades 05-12
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
0.9 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
1.0 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.3 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.7 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.2 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.5 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.8 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.2 mi
UP Academy
1.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Cathedral High School
0.2 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.6 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.2 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.2 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
1.9 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.3 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 06-09
D
Charlestown High School
2.7 mi
|
#322 of 346
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
South End
70 Montgomery St, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Office
Rondeau/Tierney Real Estate, LLC
Office Phone
617-247-0300
Agent MLS ID
BB801906
Office MLS ID
AC1377
Listing Data Updated
Jul 1, 2026 3:09 AM EDT
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