When seeking out the best of the best in city living, it’s hard to beat (not to mention, afford) the ever- aspirational Louisburg Square. It’s a tiny area that claims its own neighborhood within a neighborhood status. Indeed, Louisburg Square is not just a top “neighborhood” in Boston but a top street in the country! Louisburg Square, tucked in the heart of storied Beacon Hill, is not just a top “neighborhood” in Boston but a top street in the country! The district’s elegant character is enhanced by some of the most stately homes in Boston, including legendary six-level single-family homes.

Would you believe that before the homes on this land were selling for $10’s of millions of dollars, this was “pasture acreage” in colonial Boston? Louisburg Square’s residential history begins in 1826 when a partition deed laid out a plan in which a central park and adjacent streets would be owned by the founding neighbors, hereafter known as the Proprietors of Louisburg Square. This group of 28 home owners is referenced as one of the earliest examples of a homeowner’s association in the country.

As one might expect, the sales in Louisburg Square are typically limited due to its small geographical area and extra large price point. However 2024 stands out with four sales across just three properties—yes, you read that correctly.

In a rare instance, 6 W. Cedar Street sold twice within a span of two months, making a big impact on this area that only sees a few exclusive transactions a year. First, the property was sold in April 2024 after being listed on the market for several months. Then, just a couple months later, at the end of June, it sold again, this time in an off market capacity for $8,150,000, which was $150,000 less than its spring sale price. Nothing changed with the house, just a “life change” for the buyer turned immediate seller! Their quick moves cost them several hundred thousand dollars including transaction fees.