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$3,425,000

20-21 Shawmut St, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listed by Marina Papanova
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Living area
3,160 sqft
Year built
1890

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully renovated townhouse offering sophisticated city living in Boston’s historic Bay Village. Thoughtfully designed across multiple levels, this exceptional residence features 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The spacious kitchen boasts premium Thermador appliances, elegant granite countertops, and a dedicated dining area with direct access to a private patio, perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining. The living area seamlessly incorporates a dedicated home office space, creating the perfect balance of comfort and functionality. The luxurious primary suite occupies its own private floor, offering a peaceful retreat with a beautifully appointed bathroom featuring a glass-enclosed shower and a freestanding soaking tub. Additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, family, or work-from-home needs. Multiple outdoor spaces, including a private patio, balcony, and roof deck, offer wonderful opportunities to relax and entertain. Ideally located in the heart of Bay Village, just moments from the South End, Back Bay, and Downtown Boston, the property also offers convenient access to a garage directly across the street, where parking may be rented for approximately $250 per month. This distinctive home combines historic Boston charm, modern luxury, and exceptional urban convenience.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
MLS Property Information Network
MLS #
73591563
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
4
On market date
October 15, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
4
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
1
Lot size
0.02 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Josiah Quincy
0.24 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
711
Student:teacher ratio
10.9:1
District
Boston
MiddleCharter
UP Academy Charter School of Boston
1.45 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
317
Student:teacher ratio
10.2:1
District
UP Academy Charter School of Boston (District)
High
Boston Adult Academy
0.11 mi away · Grades 11-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
120
Student:teacher ratio
6.7:1
District
Boston

Walkability

Blended score for Boston's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

93
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
17.7 / 20 -- Most walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores20
Parks20
Schools20
Transit stops20
Pharmacies20

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Boston, from live MLS data.

On the market 4 days -- 119 fewer days than Boston's current average of 123 days.
For reference, the median list price across 8,860 active listings in Boston right now is $80,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$20,776/mo
$685,000 down
$2,740,000 loan
Principal & interest$17,772
Property tax (est.)$2,854
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 15 hr ago.

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