Spectacular duplex residence located within a distinguished Peabody and Stearns building on the sunny side of Marlborough Street in Boston’s Back Bay. Elegant details of the original townhouse lend wonderful historic character to the property including intricate period molding, beautifully restored original woodwork, and oversized bow front windows. The magnificent open plan living and dining room evokes Gilded age glamour with an ornately coffered ceiling, handsome hardwood flooring with a decorative border inlay, and a dazzling crystal chandelier imported from Istanbul. The bedrooms are situated on the upper level ensuring privacy and include the expansive primary suite and guest bedroom. Additional features include a stunning arched entryway with venetian plastered walls, 2 fireplaces, and a sauna. 259 Marlborough is a professionally managed, pet friendly building located steps from the Charles River Esplanade, Comm Ave Mall, and Newbury Street. Complete with 1 full parking space.
— MLSPIN #: 73428782Map of 259 Marlborough Street, #5, Boston, MA 02116
| List Price: | $2,390,000 |
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| Status: | Contingent |
| MLS ID: | 73428782 |
| Town: | Boston |
| Neighborhood: | Back Bay |
| County: | Suffolk |
| Zip: | 02116 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Condominium |
| Bedrooms: | 2 |
| Full Baths: | 2 |
| Half Baths: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 1,515 sqft |
| Taxes: | 20,165 |
| Association Fee: | $991 |
| Cooling: | Window Unit(s) |
| Heating: | Hot Water |
| Status: | Active Under Contract |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Year Built: | 1885 |
| Association Fee Frequency: | Monthly |
| Directions: | On Marlborough Street between Exeter and Fairfield Streets. |
| Laundry Features: | In Unit |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2025-09-10 |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Fireplaces Total: | 2 |
| Rooms Total: | 4 |
| Association Amenities: | Hot Water |
| Association Fee Includes: | Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 3 |
| Basement: | N |
| Building Area Source: | Public Records |
| Building Area Total: | 1,515 |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Number Of Units Total: | 7 |
| Parcel Number: | 3346519 |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Structure Type: | Brownstone |
| Zoning: | 0102 |
| Stories Total: | 2 |
| Year Built Source: | Public Records |
| Entry Level: | 2 |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Sell |
| Anticipated Sold Date: | 2025-11-17T05:00:00.000Z |
| Complex Complete: | Yes |
| Disclosure: | No |
| Dpr Flag: | No |
| Lead Paint: | Unknown |
| Listing Alert: | No |
| List Price Per Sqft: | $1,577.56 |
| Page: | 249 |
| Price Per Sqft: | $1,577.56 |
| Square Feet Incl Base: | No |
| Unit Building: | 5 |
| Original List Price: | $2,599,000 |
| Parking Total: | 1 |
| Room Master Bathroom Features: | Yes |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $1,725,100 |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Year Built Details: | Approximate |
| Waterview Flag: | No |
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MLS Property Information Network, Inc. data last updated on November 06, 2025 01:35 AM
Property Last Updated: October 31, 2025 09:17 AM
Listing Courtesy of: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Listing Agent: Tracy Campion


