261 Marlborough St, #4R, Boston, MA 02116

$799,000 - Back Bay

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Step into the former grand parlor of a Back Bay mansion designed by architect Charles Brigham, reimagined for modern living. Built in 1887 for Henry Austin Whitney, a prominent shoe manufacturer & railroad executive, 261 Marlborough is a French Academic-style brownstone steeped in Boston’s history. This 640 sq. ft. studio, once part of the Whitney family’s home, still showcases ornate millwork, a monumental fireplace, and ceiling medallions that once hosted the city’s Gilded Age elite. Now transformed with a chef’s kitchen featuring bespoke cabinetry, quartz counters, and under-cabinet lighting, plus a spa-inspired bath with rainfall shower & clawfoot tub, the residence blends history with luxury. With soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and potential to convert to a 1-bedroom, it offers rare appeal. Perfectly set between Fairfield and Exeter Streets, just blocks from the Public Garden and Commonwealth Mall, it places you in the heart of Back Bay.

— MLSPIN #: 73453510

Map of 261 Marlborough St, #4R, Boston, MA 02116

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261 Marlborough St, #4R, Back Bay, Boston, MA 02116
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261 Marlborough St, #4R, Back Bay, Boston, MA 02116
List Price:$799,000
Status:New
MLS ID:73453510
Town:Boston
Neighborhood:Back Bay
County:Suffolk
Zip:02116
Property Type:Residential
Property Sub Type:Condominium
Bedrooms:0
Full Baths:1
Living Area:640 sqft
Acres:0.01
Taxes:8,070
Appliances:Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Association Fee:$711
Cooling:None
Flooring:Wood, Tile
Heating:Hot Water, Steam
Status:Active
Water Source:Public
Year Built:1930
Association Fee Frequency:Monthly
Roof:Rubber
Directions:Between Fairfield St and Exeter St.
Laundry Features:Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Postal Code Plus4:1702
Construction Materials:Brick
Fireplace Features:Living Room
Listing Contract Date:2025-11-11
Fireplace?:Yes
Heating?:Yes
Lot Size Area:0.01
Lot Size Square Feet:640
Fireplaces Total:1
Rooms Total:2
Association Amenities:Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Association Fee Includes:Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Bathrooms Total Integer:1
Basement:N
Building Area Source:Public Records
Building Area Total:640
Common Walls:2+ Common Walls
Community Features:Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Living Area Units:Square Feet
Lot Size Units:Acres
Number Of Units Total:13
Parcel Number:W:05 P:03342 S:008, 3350700
Sewer:Public Sewer
Structure Type:Brownstone
Utilities:for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Zoning:CD
Stories Total:1
Year Built Source:Public Records
Entry Level:1
Farm Land Area Units:Square Feet
Listing Agreement:Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Terms:Contract
Certificate Number:000000000010589
Disclosure:No
Dpr Flag:No
Lead Paint:Unknown
Listing Alert:No
List Price Per Sqft:$1,248.44
Management:Professional - Off Site
Page:304
Price Per Sqft:$1,248.44
Square Feet Incl Base:No
Unit Building:4R
Original List Price:$799,000
Pets Allowed:Yes
Room Bathroom1 Area:82.354166666
Room Bathroom1 Features:Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Soaking Tub
Room Bathroom1 Length:5.583333333
Room Bathroom1 Level:First
Room Bathroom1 Width:14.75
Room Kitchen Area:114.041666666
Room Kitchen Features:Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
Room Kitchen Length:5.75
Room Kitchen Level:First
Room Kitchen Width:19.833333333
Room Living Room Area:205.604166666
Room Living Room Features:Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Decorative Molding
Room Living Room Length:17.75
Room Living Room Level:First
Room Living Room Width:11.583333333
Room Master Bedroom Area:193.770833333
Room Master Bedroom Features:Flooring - Hardwood
Room Master Bedroom Length:17.75
Room Master Bedroom Level:First
Room Master Bedroom Width:10.916666666
Tax Assessed Value:$696,900
Tax Year:2025
Year Built Details:Renovated Since

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Property Last Updated: November 11, 2025 11:01 AM

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Listing Agent: Hans Nagrath