
56 Park Street Boston — Photo 1 of 42
$1,999,995
56 Park Street, Boston, MA 02129
Boston, MA 02129 — Charlestown - Historic Training Field
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
SqFt
2,236
Style
Single Family
Built
1810
Beloved Historic Training Field/ Winthrop Square Location - Sunny and spacious three bedroom, two and half bath home offers a roofdeck with city views, a deck off the kitchen, and a juliet balcony. Enter from Park Street or Common Street to an open, combination floorplan of living room with wood floors and a gas fireplace, which connects to the dining room with a bay window overlooking the Training Field, plus a wall of three French doors for added light. The kitchen with gas cooking has direct access to an enclosed deck for outside enjoyment and entertainment. The first floor powder room and coat closet add to ease of living. The second floor bedroom/office has a French Door to a juliet balcony overlooking the park, and ample closet space. A hall Library off of the second corner bedroom, and a full bath, complete the second floor. The top floor showcases a Main Bedroom Suite with 7 windows with views overlooking the Training Field and city, a glimpse of the USS Constitution masts, with light from three sides, plus a walk-in closet/dressing room and a full bathroom. The hallway spiral staircase leads to a roofdeck with expansive sky, city and park views. The lower level offers an unfinished basement plus a laundry room, and ample storage. Garage parking available for rent nearby. Close proximity to the bus and walking to Boston and Charlestown restaurants and shops.
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Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl FirstDining Room
Lvl FirstKitchen
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Lvl ThirdBedroom 2
Lvl SecondBedroom 3
Lvl SecondBathroom 1
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Lvl SecondBathroom 3
Lvl ThirdPopulation
20,032
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$157K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
49.5%
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 2,236 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 871 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 Agent: Diane Valle
Listing Office: Boston Portfolio Properties, LLC
MLS® Number: 73578652
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