Set on coveted Mount Vernon St in Beacon Hill, this fully furnished and equipped single-family rental offers an extraordinary historic residence designed by architect Edward Shaw for prominent merchant Adam W. Thaxter, Jr. in 1837. The home spans multiple levels and blends refined historic elegance with modern comfort. The first floor features a gracious foyer, elegant living and formal dining rooms, a chef’s kitchen with eat-in area and direct access to a private garden patio. The second floor offers a media room with adjacent music room and full bath. The third floor is dedicated to the primary suite with sitting room and full bath. The fourth floor includes two large bedrooms, a coffee bar, full bath, laundry, and gym. The fifth floor features one bedroom, full bath, sitting room, and bonus room. The top level showcases a rare octagonal observatory with sweeping city views. Elevator services the 1st through 4th floors. Utilities and housekeeping included, pets welcome with approval.
— MLSPIN #: 73467235Map of 59 Mount Vernon St, Boston, MA 02108
| List Price: | $28,000 |
|---|---|
| Status: | Active |
| MLS ID: | 73467235 |
| Town: | Boston |
| Neighborhood: | Beacon Hill |
| County: | Suffolk |
| Zip: | 02108 |
| Property Type: | Residential Lease |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Bedrooms: | 4 |
| Full Baths: | 4 |
| Half Baths: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 6,860 sqft |
| Appliances: | Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Washer/Dryer |
| Flooring: | Hardwood |
| Heating: | Natural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Fireplace(s), Fireplace |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1837 |
| Directions: | Charles St to Mt Vernon St, on the corner of Walnut St |
| Laundry Features: | In Unit |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 1330 |
| Fireplace Features: | Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-01-10 |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 3,667 |
| Fireplaces Total: | 12 |
| Rooms Total: | 20 |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 5 |
| Building Area Source: | Master Deed |
| Building Area Total: | 6,860 |
| Community Features: | Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University |
| Exterior Features: | Patio, City View(s) |
| Interior Features: | Bathroom - Full, Closet, Media Room, Sitting Room |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Parcel Number: | W:05 P:01694 S:000, 3356116 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Patio |
| Rent Includes: | Heat, Hot Water, Electricity, Gas, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Gardener, Garden Area, Cable TV, Furnishings (See Remarks), Air Conditioning, Laundry Facilities, Internet |
| Elementary School: | Bps |
| High School: | Bps |
| Lease Term: | Short Term Lease, Lease Terms(Fixed), Term of Rental(1+) |
| Middle Or Junior School: | Bps |
| View: | City |
| Disclosures: | Room square footage is approximate and to be verified |
| Entry Level: | 1 |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Lease |
| Available Now: | Yes |
| Deposit Reqd: | Yes |
| Disclosure: | No |
| Dpr Flag: | No |
| First Mon Reqd: | Yes |
| Insurance Reqd: | Yes |
| Last Mon Reqd: | No |
| Lead Paint: | Unknown |
| Listing Alert: | No |
| List Price Per Sqft: | $4.08 |
| Price Per Sqft: | $4.08 |
| References Reqd: | Yes |
| Sec Deposit: | $28,000 |
| Square Feet Disclosures: | Certain rooms are not accessible to guests |
| Square Feet Incl Base: | No |
| Uffi: | Unknown |
| Year Round: | Yes |
| Original List Price: | $28,000 |
| Pets Allowed: | Yes w/ Restrictions |
| Room Bedroom2 Area: | 214.9375 |
| Room Bedroom2 Features: | Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Bedroom2 Length: | 14.25 |
| Room Bedroom2 Level: | Fourth Floor |
| Room Bedroom2 Width: | 15.083333333 |
| Room Bedroom3 Area: | 289.097222222 |
| Room Bedroom3 Features: | Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet |
| Room Bedroom3 Length: | 15.083333333 |
| Room Bedroom3 Level: | Fourth Floor |
| Room Bedroom3 Width: | 19.166666666 |
| Room Bedroom4 Area: | 306.694444444 |
| Room Bedroom4 Features: | Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Bedroom4 Length: | 15.083333333 |
| Room Bedroom4 Width: | 20.333333333 |
| Room Dining Room Area: | $345.00 |
| Room Dining Room Features: | Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Dining Room Length: | 15 |
| Room Dining Room Level: | First |
| Room Dining Room Width: | 23 |
| Room Kitchen Area: | 324 |
| Room Kitchen Features: | Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Balcony / Deck, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances |
| Room Kitchen Length: | 12 |
| Room Kitchen Level: | First |
| Room Kitchen Width: | 27 |
| Room Living Room Area: | 345 |
| Room Living Room Features: | Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Living Room Length: | 15 |
| Room Living Room Level: | First |
| Room Living Room Width: | 23 |
| Room Master Bathroom Features: | No |
| Room Master Bedroom Area: | 352 |
| Room Master Bedroom Features: | Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Master Bedroom Length: | 16 |
| Room Master Bedroom Level: | Third |
| Room Master Bedroom Width: | 22 |
| View?: | Yes |
| Year Built Details: | Actual, Certified Historic, Renovated Since |
| Waterview Flag: | No |
| Outdoor Space Available: | Yes - Private |
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Property Last Updated: January 14, 2026 03:12 PM - ET
Listing Courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Listing Agent: Alexandra Haueisen


