Active Under Contract
22 Days on market
55 Austin St Boston — Photo 1 of 38

55 Austin St Boston — Photo 1 of 38

$729,900

55 Austin St, Boston, MA 02136

Boston, MA 02136 — Hyde Park

Beds

4

Baths

3

SqFt

2,047

Style

Single Family

Built

1920

Welcome to 55 Austin Street, a spacious four-bedroom, three-bath Hyde Park home offering comfort, flexibility, and smart energy-efficient upgrades throughout. With a bath on every level, the layout provides exceptional convenience for a variety of living arrangements. The updated kitchen with an island serves as a warm and functional hub for everyday meals and entertaining. The large covered front porch offers an inviting outdoor space to relax, while the private backyard—featuring mature fruit trees—creates a peaceful setting ideal for gardening, gatherings, and seasonal enjoyment. The finished basement presents exciting potential for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU), subject to permitting and local regulations, offering an opportunity for additional living space or future rental income.Recent improvements include a new roof completed in 2022, Mass Save whole-house insulation installed in 2023, newer ENERGY STAR windows, a hybrid hot-water tank, and LED lighting throughout. Conveniently located near the commuter rail, neighborhood shops, and Legacy Place, this home blends residential charm with easy access to transportation, shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$357/sqft
Local Avg (Boston)$496/sqft
28% BelowMarket Average

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

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$729,900
Annual Taxes$6,073

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street3

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms6
Fireplaces1
FlooringWood, Vinyl, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Vinyl
BasementFull

Climate & Utilities

HeatingHot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofShingle
FoundationStone
ZoningR1

Property & Lot

Acres0.12
SqFt Lot5,025
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Dishwasher • Microwave

Neighborhood

Public Transportation

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bedroom 4
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchen
Living Room
Lvl First

15 x 12

Flooring - Wood

Dining Room
Lvl First

10 x 13

Flooring - Wood

Kitchen
Lvl First

12 x 13

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

12 x 14

Flooring - Wood

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

11 x 13

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

10 x 8

Flooring - Wood

Bedroom 4
Lvl Second

10 x 11

Flooring - Wood

Population

37,265

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

Median Household Income

$97K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

46.8%

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: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 2,047 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 5,025 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: Shawn Burgess

Listing Office: Compass

MLS® Number: 73565187

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