Beautifully renovated 1-bedroom residence in the heart of historic Beacon Hill, situated on the second floor of a classic four-unit building. This sun-filled home seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern comforts, featuring soaring 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, elegant crown molding, and two decorative fireplaces. The spacious bedroom offers abundant natural light. The updated eat-in kitchen is thoughtfully designed with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. Additional conveniences include a large walk-closet with in-unit washer and dryer. Deeded roof rights complete this exceptional offering - plans attached. A rare opportunity to enjoy Beacon Hill's historic character paired with today's modern amenities
Sold for $640,000
$640,000
20 Joy St #2, Boston, MA 02114
1beds
579sqft
Condominium
Built in 1855
-- sqft lot
$638,800 Zestimate®
$1,105/sqft
$2,989 Estimated rent
Home value
$638,800
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Updated eat-in kitchenHardwood floorsSun-filled homeQuartz countertopsIn-unit washer and dryerStainless steel appliancesGarbage disposal
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Listed by:
Janet Lamb 617-721-9504,
Sterling Beacon Hill 617-785-6188
Bought with:
Marcella Sliney
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73526429
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 579
- Total interior livable area: 579 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 579
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof + Access Rights
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Details
- Parcel number: 4759039
- Zoning: resident
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1855
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance
- HOA fee: $288 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,105/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $570,800
- Annual tax amount: $6,610
- Date on market: 7/23/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Sold | $640,000-1.4%$1,105/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Pending sale | $649,000$1,121/sqft |
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| 7/24/2026 | Contingent | $649,000$1,121/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $649,000-3%$1,121/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $669,000-3.7%$1,155/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $695,000+6.1%$1,200/sqft |
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| 4/21/2023 | Sold | $655,000+0.9%$1,131/sqft |
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| 3/8/2023 | Contingent | $649,000$1,121/sqft |
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| 3/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $649,000+1.4%$1,121/sqft |
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| 7/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/12/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,000-11.1%$3/sqft |
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| 5/16/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/14/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,250-8.2%$4/sqft |
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| 4/2/2020 | Sold | $640,000+1.7%$1,105/sqft |
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| 2/18/2020 | Listed for sale | $629,000+9.4%$1,086/sqft |
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| 7/18/2019 | Listing removed | $2,450$4/sqft |
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| 7/17/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,450$4/sqft |
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| 5/22/2018 | Sold | $575,000+7.5%$993/sqft |
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| 4/18/2018 | Pending sale | $535,000$924/sqft |
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| 4/12/2018 | Listed for sale | $535,000+52.9%$924/sqft |
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| 9/30/2004 | Sold | $350,000+20.3%$604/sqft |
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| 7/2/2004 | Sold | $291,000$503/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,610 +6.2% | $570,800 |
| 2024 | $6,222 -10.2% | $570,800 -11.6% |
| 2023 | $6,932 +2.7% | $645,400 +4% |
| 2022 | $6,751 +10.4% | $620,500 +8.3% |
| 2021 | $6,116 +3.5% | $573,200 +2.4% |
| 2020 | $5,910 +4.2% | $559,700 +4% |
| 2019 | $5,672 +3.9% | $538,100 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $5,457 +574.5% | $520,700 +3% |
| 2017 | $809 -84.4% | $505,600 +7% |
| 2016 | $5,198 -4.5% | $472,500 +5.1% |
| 2015 | $5,445 +4% | $449,600 +8% |
| 2014 | $5,238 +3.4% | $416,400 +8% |
| 2013 | $5,067 -2.2% | $385,600 -3% |
| 2012 | $5,182 +1.9% | $397,400 |
| 2011 | $5,083 +7.7% | $397,400 |
| 2010 | $4,721 +14.4% | $397,400 +2.4% |
| 2009 | $4,126 -3.1% | $388,100 |
| 2008 | $4,257 -0.7% | $388,100 -0.5% |
| 2007 | $4,287 | $390,100 |
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Neighborhood: Beacon Hill
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- 9/10Eliot K-8 Innovation SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
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- 8/10Josiah Quincy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02114
- Beacon Hill
- 20 Joy St Unit 2
