Elegant Back Bay Parlor duplex located less than 2 blocks from Boston's Public Garden - current owner has been meticulous in maintaining and improving this gracious property with private outdoor space and direct access parking. Enter from a private, main entrance into this stunning home with 11' ceilings, ample recessed lighting, multiple French doors and beautiful designer fixtures. Large living area includes bay window, extensive moldings and working gas fireplace. Lower level includes a large Master Suite complete with patio access, gas fireplace and spacious dressing room with extensive built-in closets. Second bedroom has built in storage, as well as a custom walk-in closet. Both bathrooms have beautiful marble vanities and matching marble floors with radiant heat. Dedicated closet for a washer & dryer and additional hall storage, make this home that lives as well as it looks. Minutes to Beacon Hill, MGH, MIT and area Tech companies. Private showings only - very easy to schedule.
Sold for $2,600,000
$2,600,000
179 Beacon St APT 1, Boston, MA 02116
2beds
1,742sqft
Condominium, Rowhouse, Duplex
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$2,600,100 Zestimate®
$1,493/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$2,600,100
$2.44M - $2.78M
Not available
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Gas fireplaceWorking gas fireplacePrivate main entranceAdditional hall storagePatio accessLarge master suiteBeautiful marble vanities
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Heather Olin 508-934-6699,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-266-4430,
Anthony Menounos 781-910-8955
Bought with:
Anne McMullen
Stuart St James, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73534250
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony / Deck, Dressing Room, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Basement
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Cable Hookup, Wainscoting
- Level: Basement
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble
- Level: Basement
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Marble
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Heating
- Forced Air, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, In Unit
Features
- Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,742
- Total interior livable area: 1,742 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 942
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Deeded
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Front,Walkout)
- Patio & porch: Patio - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:02737 S:002,3352768
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse, Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station, University
- Security: Intercom, Security System
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water
- Services included: Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Trash
- HOA fee: $650 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,493/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,739,000
- Annual tax amount: $20,138
- Date on market: 6/22/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2026 | Sold | $2,600,000$1,493/sqft |
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| 7/7/2026 | Pending sale | $2,600,000$1,493/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,600,000+23.8%$1,493/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73534250 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2019 | Listing removed | $1,650$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,650$1/sqft |
Source: Cambridge Premier Realty Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2016 | Sold | $2,100,000+1.9%$1,206/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2016 | Pending sale | $2,060,000$1,183/sqft |
Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #71968531 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2016 | Listed for sale | $2,060,000+96.9%$1,183/sqft |
Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #71968531 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2007 | Sold | $1,046,000+57.3%$600/sqft |
Source: LINK #78026 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/1997 | Sold | $665,000+40%$382/sqft |
Source: LINK #17585 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/1996 | Sold | $475,000+15.9%$273/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/1993 | Sold | $410,000+5.1%$235/sqft |
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| 4/30/1990 | Sold | $390,000$224/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,138 +6.2% | $1,739,000 |
| 2024 | $18,955 +6.6% | $1,739,000 +5% |
| 2023 | $17,788 +0.7% | $1,656,200 +2% |
| 2022 | $17,666 +2% | $1,623,700 |
| 2021 | $17,325 -0.3% | $1,623,700 -1.4% |
| 2020 | $17,383 +2.2% | $1,646,100 +2% |
| 2019 | $17,004 +6.6% | $1,613,300 +6% |
| 2018 | $15,947 +447.3% | $1,521,700 +14.9% |
| 2017 | $2,914 -78.6% | $1,324,600 +7% |
| 2016 | $13,617 -7.2% | $1,237,900 +2.2% |
| 2015 | $14,675 +10.8% | $1,211,800 +15.1% |
| 2014 | $13,249 +0.5% | $1,053,200 +5% |
| 2013 | $13,181 +3.5% | $1,003,100 +2.7% |
| 2012 | $12,735 +2% | $976,600 |
| 2011 | $12,491 +7.6% | $976,600 -0.1% |
| 2010 | $11,608 +11.4% | $977,100 -0.4% |
| 2009 | $10,424 -8.6% | $980,600 -5.7% |
| 2008 | $11,409 -0.8% | $1,040,000 -0.7% |
| 2007 | $11,505 | $1,046,900 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
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