Rarely available 3 bed, 2 bath converted carriage house condo on one of Beacon Hill’s most charming streets. Tucked away at 40 Joy Street, this unique home offers the rare combination of privacy, outdoor space, and convenient first-floor living. A standout feature is the direct step-out access to a private patio and beautifully landscaped garden seating area surrounded by mature trees and plantings — a true urban retreat in the heart of the city. The spacious living room features an oversized bay window, custom built-ins, and a fireplace for a warm, inviting feel. The kitchen offers beautiful cabinetry, hidden panel appliances, oversized island seating, and adjacent dining space. Spacious bi-level bedrooms provide abundant closet space and flexibility for a home office or gym. The primary suite includes custom built-ins, a walk-in closet, and en-suite bath. Laundry room and additional deded storage unit. Moments from Charles Street, the Public Garden, MGH, restaurants & coffee shops.
For sale
Price cut: $100K (6/9)
$1,999,000
40 Joy St APT 9, Boston, MA 02114
3beds
1,400sqft
Condominium
Built in 1865
-- sqft lot
$1,934,900 Zestimate®
$1,428/sqft
$529/mo HOA
What's special
Laundry roomEn-suite bathPrimary suiteOversized island seatingBeautiful cabinetryAdjacent dining spaceCustom built-ins
- 55 days |
- 1,112 |
- 61 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Avenue 617-885-0196,
Serhant 617-250-0559,
Taylor Knowles 508-414-2688
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73519100
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Living room
- Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,400
- Total interior livable area: 1,400 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,400
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Patio - Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 1,400 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:03 P:00165 S:004,3349493
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Condition
- Year built: 1865
- Major remodel year: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
HOA
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $529 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,428/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,794,800
- Annual tax amount: $20,784
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
Estimated market value
$1,934,900
$1.84M - $2.03M
$6,159/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $1,999,000-4.8%$1,428/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,099,000+14.1%$1,499/sqft |
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| 11/15/2024 | Sold | $1,840,000-2.9%$1,314/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73284320 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2024 | Contingent | $1,895,000$1,354/sqft |
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| 9/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000+19.9%$1,354/sqft |
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| 9/15/2016 | Sold | $1,580,000+2%$1,129/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2016 | Pending sale | $1,549,000$1,106/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams - Boston - Metro #72015521 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2016 | Price change | $1,549,000-2.9%$1,106/sqft |
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| 3/3/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000$1,139/sqft |
Source: The Greene Realty Group #71966572 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Eliot K-8 Innovation SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- NABoston Adult AcademyGrades: 11-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Josiah Quincy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02114
- Beacon Hill
- 40 Joy St Apartment 9







