Homes for Sale in Beacon Hill

Historic brick townhouses, cobblestone streets, and a distinctive neighborhood character.

Beacon Hill is one of Boston’s most historic and distinctive neighborhoods, defined by brick townhouses, gas lamps, cobblestone streets, and a compact residential scale. The housing market is limited and consists almost entirely of condominiums in older buildings, with occasional full townhouse opportunities. Buyers are typically seeking architectural character, walkability to the Public Garden and Charles Street, and a quiet central location.

Inventory is constrained, and outdoor space is rare. Louisburg Square and the surrounding blocks carry the highest premiums. Elevator access is uncommon in many buildings, and private roof decks or gardens command significant premiums when they appear. Light and street noise can vary considerably depending on the specific building and floor.

$5,300,000

Single Family

5 bd · 3.1 ba · 3,592 sqft · Active

9 West Cedar St, Beacon Hill

$5,200,000

Condo

3 bd · 4.2 ba · 2,930 sqft · Active

51 Beacon St #3, Beacon Hill

$7,990,000

Single Family

5 bd · 5.1 ba · 7,782 sqft · Active

11 Chestnut Street, Beacon Hill

$7,800,000

Single Family

4 bd · 5.1 ba · 5,194 sqft · Active

32 Lime St, Beacon Hill

$1,695,000

Single Family

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,038 sqft · Active

21 Walnut #Maisonette, Beacon Hill

$4,495,000

Condo

3 bd · 3.1 ba · 3,116 sqft · Active

50 Beacon Street #1, Beacon Hill

$2,390,000

Condo

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,593 sqft · Active

70 Mt Vernon #3A, Beacon Hill

$425,500

Condo

1 ba · 298 sqft · Active

8 Brimmer Street #1A, Beacon Hill

$525,000

Condo

1 bd · 1 ba · 438 sqft · Active

21 Beacon Street #6B, Beacon Hill

$2,089,000

Condo

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,636 sqft · Active

45 Province St #2702, Beacon Hill

$1,590,000

Condo

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,615 sqft · Active

45 Province St #901, Beacon Hill

$3,499,950

Condo

2 bd · 3 ba · 2,500 sqft · Active

101 Chestnut Street #E, Beacon Hill

Price	Beds	Baths	Sq Ft	Address	Status
$5,300,000	5	3.1	3,592	9 West Cedar St, Beacon Hill	Active
$5,200,000	3	4.2	2,930	51 Beacon St #3, Beacon Hill	Active
$7,990,000	5	5.1	7,782	11 Chestnut Street, Beacon Hill	Active
$7,800,000	4	5.1	5,194	32 Lime St, Beacon Hill	Active
$1,695,000	2	2	1,038	21 Walnut #Maisonette, Beacon Hill	Active
$4,495,000	3	3.1	3,116	50 Beacon Street #1, Beacon Hill	Active
$2,390,000	3	2	1,593	70 Mt Vernon #3A, Beacon Hill	Active
$425,500		1	298	8 Brimmer Street #1A, Beacon Hill	Active
$525,000	1	1	438	21 Beacon Street #6B, Beacon Hill	Active
$2,089,000	2	2	1,636	45 Province St #2702, Beacon Hill	Active
$1,590,000	2	2	1,615	45 Province St #901, Beacon Hill	Active
$3,499,950	2	3	2,500	101 Chestnut Street #E, Beacon Hill	Active

Overview

Beacon Hill Profile	Snapshot
Primary Vibe	Historic and picturesque neighborhood with Federal-style brick buildings, gas lamps, and quiet residential streets. Strong appeal for buyers seeking architectural character and central walkability.
Housing Prices	Limited inventory supports higher prices. Townhouse condominiums and properties with outdoor space or good light command premiums. Condition and elevator access influence value.
Commute to Boston	Walking is practical for most destinations. Nearby transit includes the Red and Green Lines a short distance away. Parking is extremely limited.
Schools	Served by Boston Public Schools. Confirm current assignments with the district. Private options are available nearby.
Market	Scarcity drives demand. Well-located properties with distinctive features tend to attract steady interest despite limited inventory.
Housing Styles	Primarily condominiums in historic brick townhouses. Full townhouses are rare. Elevators and private outdoor space are uncommon premiums.

Neighborhoods

Neighborhood / Area	Vibe / Character	Primary Property Type / Approx. Price	Market Note
Louisburg Square	Premier & Historic	Townhouse Condominiums Highest premiums in the neighborhood.	Iconic private square. Limited inventory and strong long-term appeal.
Charles Street	Active & Walkable	Condominiums Above Shops Varied price points.	Main commercial street with shops and restaurants. Convenient but more activity.
Residential Side Streets	Quiet & Historic	Brick Townhouse Condominiums Prices depend on light, stairs, and condition.	Classic Beacon Hill character. Elevator access and outdoor space are rare.