86 Mount Vernon Street, Boston MA 02108
Boston, MA 02108 • Beacon Hill
$8,990,000
Est. $54,110/month
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About this home
No. 86 Mount Vernon is a spectacular corner residence overlooking the coveted Louisburg Square in Boston’s most storied neighborhood. Built circa 1875, this 20’ wide townhouse offers 4,492 SQFT of classically scaled living space across 4 levels. The gracious floor plan has been reconfigured for today’s modern lifestyle, all while preserving the beauty and integrity of the magnificent historic details throughout the home. A grand double parlor living room, soaring ceiling heights, exquisite crown molding and ironwork, 70 windows and 6 original fireplaces serve as a lasting testament to a golden age of living. The 3rd floor living area opens to an expansive rooftop garden terrace with stunning views of Beacon Hill and the Back Bay skyline. Atop it all is a luxurious primary suite with multiple closets and a lavish 5-piece marble bath. Additional features include radiant heated mahogany floors throughout, direct elevator access to all floors and 1 parking space at the Brimmer St. Garage.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Feb 7, 2025
$8,990,000
Original listing
Agent: Tracy Campion
Office: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/07/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $8,990,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $101,419 | $8,102,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$101,419
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$8,102,400
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1875
Living Area
4,492 sq ft
Lot Size
0.0000
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
2
Total Rooms
11
Interior
Heating
Central, Radiant
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
6
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
None
Features
Deck
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$101,419
Assessed Value
$8,102,400
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
1 Parking Space At Brimmer Street Garage. Property Is Deeded As A Condominium.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
536 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1875
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,492 sq ft
Total Rooms
11
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
4,492 sq ft above grade
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1875
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Other
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Radiant
Heating Zones:
4
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
4
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Other
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
6
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
Advent School
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.2 mi
Grades K-07
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-06
St. John Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.0 mi
|
#48 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.0 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
1.2 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
1.4 mi
|
#85 of 352
|
Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.4 mi
|
#589 of 824
|
Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.7 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
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.2 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
3.6 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.8 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
Edwards Middle
1.5 mi
UP Academy
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.6 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.2 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.2 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.3 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.4 mi
|
#305 of 346
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students
Less Diverse
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.0 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
3.1 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
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Beacon Hill
86 Mount Vernon Street, Boston MA 02108
Boston, MA 02108
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Tracy Campion
Listing Office
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Office Phone
617-236-0711
Agent MLS ID
BB904054
Office MLS ID
BB5984
Listing Data Updated
Aug 4, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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