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542 Shirley St Winthrop — Photo 1 of 27

542 Shirley St Winthrop — Photo 1 of 27

$710,000

542 Shirley St, Winthrop, MA 02152

Winthrop, MA 02152

Beds

4

Baths

2

SqFt

1,193

Style

Single Family

Built

1890

The perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and affordability! Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for an alternative to condo living, this charming 4-bedroom home offers the space you need with the low-maintenance lifestyle you want all just one block from the beach. The main level features a comfortable bedroom and full bathroom with a convenient walk-in shower, making one-floor living a great option for a variety of needs. You’ll also find main-level laundry, an eat-in kitchen, a convenient mudroom off the entryway to store shoes and umbrellas, and split-unit heating and cooling for year-round comfort. Upstairs are three additional generously sized bedrooms, each offering great closet space, along with a second full bathroom and central air to keep the entire second level comfortable during the warmer months. It’s an ideal low-maintenance alternative to condo living, while still offering the privacy and flexibility of a single-family home within minutes walk to a playground, beaches, restaurants, coffee shops, the public ferry to Boston and yacht clubs. Don't miss out on your opportunity to own in gorgeous Winthrop by the Sea!

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$595/sqft
Local Avg (Winthrop)$438/sqft
36% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Winthrop, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$710,000
Annual Taxes$6,475

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street1

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6
FireplacesNone
Flooring--
BasementUnfinished

Climate & Utilities

HeatingCentral, Heat Pump, Electric
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
Roof--
FoundationStone, Brick/Mortar
ZoningSFR

Property & Lot

Acres0.04
SqFt Lot1,740
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 3Bedroom 4Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomKitchenBedroom 2Bathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First
Kitchen
Lvl First
Master Bedroom
Lvl Second
Bedroom 2
Lvl First
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second
Bedroom 4
Lvl Second
Bathroom 1
Lvl First
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

Population

18,759

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$116K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

43.1%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,527 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+37% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,269 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 597 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,193 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 1,740 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Christine D'Ambrosio

Listing Office: Compass

MLS® Number: 73568640

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