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Sold for $5,000,000
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    231 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116

    7beds
    6,412sqft
    5-9 Family
    Built in 1910
    -- sqft lot
    $5,003,500 Zestimate®
    $780/sqft
    $-- Estimated rent

    Home value

    $5,003,500

    $4.55M - $5.50M

    Not available

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    What's special

    Meticulously Maintained Multi-Unit Brownstone in the Heart of Back Bay. Located on iconic Beacon Street in Boston’s Back Bay, 231 Beacon Street presents a great investment opportunity. The building comprises seven well-appointed residences, including four sun-drenched one-bedroom floor-through apartments and three studios. Each unit boasts beautiful hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings up to 12 feet, and classic architectural details that speak to the charm and character of this historic neighborhood. Large windows invite ample natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere throughout. Many of the units feature original fireplaces, adding a touch of warmth and timeless elegance to the living spaces. Two coveted off-street parking spaces included as well, a true luxury in the Back Bay. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, with strong rental potential making it an exceptional asset for investors, or for a developer looking to transform a piece of historic Boston.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Michael Schwartz 617-447-1779,

    Cabot & Company 617-262-6200

    Bought with:

    Michael Schwartz

    Cabot & Company

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73361787

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 7
    • Bathrooms: 7
    • Full bathrooms: 7
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has basement: No
    • Number of fireplaces: 7
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 6,412
    • Total interior livable area: 6,412 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 5,615
    • Finished area below ground: 797

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Lot
    • Size: 2,016 Square Feet
    • Features: Other
    Details
    • Parcel number: 3351782
    • Zoning: RES

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: 5-9 Family
    Materials
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    Condition
    • Year built: 1910

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
    Location
    • Region: Boston

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $780/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $2,587,300
    • Annual tax amount: $29,962
    • Date on market: 1/4/2026
    • Total actual rent: 10400

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/4/2026Listing removed$2,650
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    1/16/2026Listed for rent$2,650
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    1/16/2026Listing removed$2,650
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    11/13/2025Price change$2,650-10.2%
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    10/11/2025Listed for rent$2,950+31.1%
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    7/8/2025Sold$5,000,000+0.1%$780/sqft
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    5/2/2025Contingent$4,995,000$779/sqft
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    4/20/2025Listed for sale$4,995,000$779/sqft
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    2/20/2021Listing removed--
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    2/9/2021Listed for rent$2,250
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    Neighborhood: Back Bay

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