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    • Price cut: $50K (7/7)
    $1,100,000

    486 Beacon St APT 1, Boston, MA 02115

    1beds
    1,036sqft
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    $7,391/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1800
    -- sqft lot
    $1,055,900 Zestimate®
    $1,062/sqft
    $612/mo HOA

    What's special

    Hardwood floorsBathroom with two vanitiesMaple cabinetsHeated walk-in closetTriple crown mouldingLinen shelfQuartz countertop
    Live large for less! Rare value in a grand Back Bay duplex with one deeded parking space and extra spaces for guests. Entertain upstairs in a showpiece dining parlor with elegant period details, including 11’ ceilings, refurbished bowfront windows overlooking the sunny side of Beacon Street, triple crown moulding, decorative fireplace with original marble, and hardwood floors. Tall custom built-in for books and storage. Well-equipped galley kitchen with stainless steel appliances, maple cabinets, and quartz countertop. Relax in twice the space downstairs, with a large bedroom and heated walk-in closet, a flexible sleep, lounge, and/or office space, and a bathroom with two vanities, an enclosed shower/tub, and linen shelf. Common laundry on same level. Great for socializing, shopping, and commuting: near restaurants, stores, Charles River Esplanade, Cambridge, and major roads. And since pets are welcome, enjoy walking your dog in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Boston.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Leavitt + Co Team 617-299-1496,

    Compass 617-206-3333,

    Benjamin Leavitt 617-285-5884

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73509221

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Basement
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Yes
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: Basement
      Family room
      • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Basement
      Kitchen
      • Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Baseboard
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Common Area, In Building
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,036
      • Total interior livable area: 1,036 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 345
      • Finished area below ground: 691
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Off Street, Deeded, Driveway
      • Uncovered spaces: 1
      Features
      • Entry location: Unit Placement(Below Grade,Street,Front)
      Details
      • Parcel number: W:05 P:03690 S:002,3349362
      • Zoning: CD

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Roof: Rubber
      Condition
      • Year built: 1800

      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, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship
      HOA
      • Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry
      • Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
      • HOA fee: $612 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Boston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,062/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $847,700
      • Annual tax amount: $9,816
      • Date on market: 4/29/2026

        Estimated market value

        $1,055,900

        $1.00M - $1.11M

        $3,997/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Price change$1,100,000-4.3%$1,062/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73509221 Report a problem
        4/29/2026Listed for sale$1,150,000+59.9%$1,110/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73509221 Report a problem
        8/2/2024Listing removed--
        Source: MLS PIN #73242141 Report a problem
        5/24/2024Listed for rent$3,400+28.3%$3/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73242141 Report a problem
        1/24/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        1/17/2021Price change$2,650-1.9%$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        12/28/2020Listed for rent$2,700$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        10/3/2013Listing removed$719,000$694/sqft
        Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #71566299 Report a problem
        9/30/2013Price change$719,000-1.4%$694/sqft
        Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #71566299 Report a problem
        8/7/2013Listed for sale$729,000-26.2%$704/sqft
        Source: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate #71566299 Report a problem
        10/22/2012Sold$987,800+59.6%$953/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        7/1/2012Listing removed$619,000$597/sqft
        Source: The Charles Realty Report a problem
        6/1/2012Listed for sale$619,000$597/sqft
        Source: The Charles Realty Report a problem
        4/15/2012Listing removed$619,000$597/sqft
        Source: The Charles Realty Report a problem
        3/14/2012Listed for sale$619,000+40.7%$597/sqft
        Source: The Charles Realty Report a problem
        2/28/2002Sold$440,000+2.6%$425/sqft
        Source: LINK #31061 Report a problem
        10/2/2000Sold$429,000+128.2%$414/sqft
        Source: LINK #5052 Report a problem
        1/3/1992Sold$188,000$181/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,816 +14.8%$847,700 +8.1%
        2024$8,551 +3.6%$784,500 +2.1%
        2023$8,254 -0.3%$768,500 +1%
        2022$8,279 +2%$760,900
        2021$8,119 +8.5%$760,900 +7.4%
        2020$7,482 +2.2%$708,500 +2%
        2019$7,320 +6.6%$694,500 +6%
        2018$6,869 +516.3%$655,400 +4%
        2017$1,115 -82.6%$630,300 +8%
        2016$6,420 -13.7%$583,600 -5%
        2015$7,440 +3.9%$614,400 +8%
        2014$7,158 +4.4%$569,000 +9%
        2013$6,859 +6.9%$522,000 +6.1%
        2012$6,416 +2%$492,000
        2011$6,293 +5.5%$492,000 -2%
        2010$5,964 +32%$502,000 +18.1%
        2009$4,517 -3.1%$424,900
        2008$4,661 +0.1%$424,900 +0.3%
        2007$4,655 $423,600
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        Neighborhood: Back Bay

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