Introducing a premier townhouse opportunity on Waterside Beacon Street complete with spectacular Charles River views, elevator access to all floors and garage parking for 3 cars. This historic mansion, designed by the firm Snell and Gregerson in 1864, seamlessly blends magnificent architectural detail with modern updates. Outstanding features include ornate moldings and decorative plasterwork throughout, seven fireplaces and soaring ceiling heights in the sun-filled rooms. Enter the main floor boasting a Great Room with access to an expansive deck overlooking the lagoon on the Charles, perfect for entertaining. One floor above is an eat-in kitchen and an adjacent dining room showcasing exquisite period detail. The third floor is dedicated to the primary suite complete with a luxurious, renovated bath. The lower level features a home gym with full bath, an au-pair/guest suite with kitchen and direct access to the garage. Exceptional location close to all that Back Bay has to offer.
Sold for $8,025,000
$8,025,000
226 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116
5beds
7,653sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1864
2,700 Square Feet Lot
$8,105,400 Zestimate®
$1,049/sqft
$7,545 Estimated rent
Home value
$8,105,400
$7.38M - $8.92M
$7,545/mo
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Eat-in kitchenSpectacular charles river viewsSeven fireplacesSoaring ceiling heights
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bill Gehan 617-797-1270,
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate 617-236-0711,
Tracy Campion 617-236-0711
Bought with:
Betsy Herald
The Charles Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73195882
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 7
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,653
- Total interior livable area: 7,653 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,528
- Finished area below ground: 1,125
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Assigned
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River,Water
Lot
- Size: 2,700 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 3351703
- Zoning: 99999
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Granite
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1864
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,049/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,472,600
- Annual tax amount: $71,585
- Date on market: 11/29/2024
- Exclusions: Sellers Will Keep Antique Fixtures If Buyer Doesn't Want Them. Gym Equipment Is Negotiable.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2025 | Sold | $8,025,000-13.2%$1,049/sqft |
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| 11/25/2024 | Price change | $9,250,000-6.1%$1,209/sqft |
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| 3/19/2024 | Price change | $9,850,000-14.3%$1,287/sqft |
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| 1/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $11,500,000-11.5%$1,503/sqft |
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| 9/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $12,995,000$1,698/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73094773 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2020 | Listing removed | $26,000$3/sqft |
Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #72710051 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2020 | Listed for rent | $26,000+1081.8%$3/sqft |
Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #72646184 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2019 | Listing removed | $2,200 |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2019 | Price change | $2,200-91.2% |
Source: Bulfinch Realty Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2019 | Listed for rent | $24,900$3/sqft |
Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #72484732 Report a problem | ||
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
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