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  • $825,000

    259 Beacon St APT 23, Boston, MA 02116

    2beds
    854sqft
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    $5,862/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1880
    -- sqft lot
    $798,600 Zestimate®
    $966/sqft
    $510/mo HOA

    What's special

    Charming period detailsSunny eat-in kitchenTwo-bedroom condoProfessionally managed elevator buildingSpacious condoTwo well-appointed bedroomsHigh ceilings
    Welcome to your new home in the heart of Back Bay! This two-bedroom condo on coveted Beacon Street. Located in a professionally managed, elevator building, this spacious condo offers a perfect pied-à-terre or investment opportunity. With high ceilings and thoughtful design, the 854 SF space feels even larger, featuring two well-appointed bedrooms, a living room with a decorative fireplace and charming period details, bathroom, and a sunny eat-in kitchen. The building itself is a standout, boasting a very large common roof deck that offers breathtaking views of the cityscape, the Charles River, Cambridge, and the iconic 4th of July fireworks. Additional amenities include common onsite laundry and convenient bike storage in the basement, adding to the ease and comfort of everyday living. The location offers easy access to the renowned shops of Newbury St., green line public transit, the serene Charles River Esplanade, and much more just moments away.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Eric Tam 617-803-5683,

    Compass 617-206-3333,

    Bruno Barros 781-597-9688

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73544976

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Hot Water
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Common Area, In Building
      Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 854
      • Total interior livable area: 854 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 854

      Property

      Features
      • Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper,Back)
      • Patio & porch: Deck - Roof
      • Exterior features: Deck - Roof
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3351346
      • Zoning: CD

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Materials
      • Frame, Brick, Stone
      Condition
      • Year built: 1880

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Gas Range

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
      HOA
      • Amenities included: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
      • Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
      • HOA fee: $510 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Boston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $966/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $791,900
      • Annual tax amount: $8,632
      • Date on market: 7/6/2026

        Estimated market value

        $798,600

        $759,000 - $839,000

        $4,461/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/6/2026Listed for sale$825,000-2.9%$966/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73544976 Report a problem
        10/13/2025Listing removed$4,000$5/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73416608 Report a problem
        8/12/2025Listed for rent$4,000$5/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73416608 Report a problem
        9/16/2024Listing removed$849,900$995/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73262674 Report a problem
        9/10/2024Listing removed$4,000$5/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73279725 Report a problem
        8/20/2024Listed for rent$4,000+5.3%$5/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73279725 Report a problem
        7/10/2024Listed for sale$849,900+64.4%$995/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73262674 Report a problem
        4/20/2022Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 Report a problem
        4/13/2022Listed for rent$3,800+8.6%$4/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Network_1 #72966477 Report a problem
        2/26/2020Listing removed$3,500$4/sqft
        Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem
        11/22/2019Listed for rent$3,500$4/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        10/14/2019Listing removed$3,500$4/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        9/17/2019Price change$3,500-2.8%$4/sqft
        Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem
        7/26/2019Price change$3,600+2.9%$4/sqft
        Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem
        7/3/2019Price change$3,500-2.8%$4/sqft
        Source: Boston Pads Report a problem
        1/14/2019Listed for rent$3,600$4/sqft
        Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem
        12/8/2018Listing removed$3,600$4/sqft
        Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem
        8/22/2018Listed for rent$3,600+28.6%$4/sqft
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        6/30/2018Listing removed$2,800$3/sqft
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        5/29/2018Listed for rent$2,800-22.2%$3/sqft
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        2/12/2018Listing removed$3,600$4/sqft
        Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem
        11/22/2017Listed for rent$3,600+26.3%$4/sqft
        Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem
        12/2/2016Listing removed$2,850-20.8%$3/sqft
        Source: Bushari Group Real Estate #72069560 Report a problem
        3/24/2016Listing removed$3,600+2.9%$4/sqft
        Source: New Wave Boston Real Estate Report a problem
        4/1/2015Listing removed$3,500$4/sqft
        Source: Boston Luxe Real Estate Report a problem
        10/28/2009Sold$517,000+10.7%$605/sqft
        Source: LINK #102689 Report a problem
        7/20/2004Sold$467,000+13.9%$547/sqft
        Source: LINK #33186 Report a problem
        5/16/2002Sold$410,000+44.4%$480/sqft
        Source: LINK #22740 Report a problem
        11/2/1999Sold$284,000+34%$333/sqft
        Source: LINK #23753 Report a problem
        9/4/1997Sold$212,000$248/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,164 +6.2%$791,400 -0.1%
        2024$8,632 +6.6%$791,900 +5%
        2023$8,100 +0.7%$754,200 +2%
        2022$8,045 +2%$739,400
        2021$7,889 +1.8%$739,400 +0.8%
        2020$7,748 +2.2%$733,700 +2%
        2019$7,578 +6.6%$719,000 +6%
        2018$7,108 +499.6%$678,200 +4%
        2017$1,185 -82.3%$652,000 +7%
        2016$6,703 -5.2%$609,400 +4.3%
        2015$7,073 +8%$584,100 +12.2%
        2014$6,548 +0.5%$520,500 +5%
        2013$6,513 +0.6%$495,700 -0.2%
        2012$6,474 +4.2%$496,500 +2.2%
        2011$6,213 +15.1%$485,800 +6.9%
        2010$5,399 +5.8%$454,500 -5.3%
        2009$5,103 -3.1%$480,100
        2008$5,267 -1.5%$480,100 -1.3%
        2007$5,346 $486,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Back Bay

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
        98 / 100
        Rider's Paradise
        85 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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