Active

45 Days on market

20 Shawmut St Boston — Photo 1 of 42

Recent Drop: $25,000

$3,650,000

$3,625,000

20 Shawmut St, Boston, MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 — Bay Village

Beds

Baths

4.5

SqFt

3,160

Style

Single Family

Built

1890

Exceptional Bay Village single-family townhouse spanning five levels with 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and a flexible office/bonus room. Full gut-renovated to the studs. Professionally designed with refined, modern finishes throughout. Sun-filled open layout with a chef’s kitchen featuring granite counters and Thermador appliances. Generous outdoor space including a spacious deck, private balcony, and charming patio area. Garage parking is conveniently located directly across from the home and available for approximately $250/month. A rare offering in the heart of Boston’s Bay Village.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$1147/sqft

Local Avg (Boston)$614/sqft

87% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.

Financials

Original Price$3,650,000

Annual Taxes--

Parking

Garage1

Off-Street1

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms10

Fireplaces1

FlooringWood, Tile, Hardwood

BasementFull, Finished, Interior Entry

Climate & Utilities

HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric

CoolingCentral Air, Wall Unit(s), Heat Pump

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame, Brick

RoofShingle

FoundationConcrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar

Zoning0

Property & Lot

Acres0.02

SqFt Lot830

Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Electric Water Heater • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Range • Refrigerator • Freezer • Washer • Dryer • Wine Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility • Laundromat

Geography

Property History

Price Drop

$3,625,000

Was $3,650,000

Sep 17, 2026

MLS® 73563570

Listed

$3,650,000

Aug 13, 2026

MLS® 73563570

Population

21,978

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

Median Household Income

$126K

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

Renter-Occupied Homes

65.0%

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

New Construction Permits — Suffolk County

2,337 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+13% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,062 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '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 3,160 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 830 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.

Full Boston, MA market report ZIP 02116 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Marina Papanova

Listing Office: New Neighbors, Inc.

MLS® Number: 73563570