165 Beacon Street # 2, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$549,000
$494,000
Est. $3,126/month
About this home
Offer accepted! Open house canceled! Turn-key elegance just two blocks from the Boston Public Garden. This fully renovated garden-level studio offers a rare in-unit washer/dryer, built-in window A/C, separate sleeping alcove, and beautifully updated finishes in a premier professionally managed brownstone building. Features include quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, thoughtful built-ins for exceptional storage, and an updated bathroom. Enjoy low condo fees of just $295/month, including heat and hot water, plus a well-maintained, pet-friendly association. Bonus feature: the current owner utilizes two nearby tandem parking spaces with possible rental transferability. Ideally located near the Charles River Esplanade, shopping, dining, and public transportation, with convenient access to MGH, MIT, and Harvard. Perfect as an urban oasis, pied-à-terre, or high-yield investment opportunity in one of Boston's most iconic neighborhoods.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
10%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 11, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 11, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Jun 19, 2026
$494,000
$5,000
(-1%)
From $499,000 to $494,000 (-1.0%)
Price Reduced
Jun 3, 2026
$499,000
$50,000
(-9.11%)
From $549,000 to $499,000 (-9.1%)
Listed for Sale
May 15, 2026
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Irina Spiegel
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/11/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/19/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $494,000 | $5,000 | - | From $499,000 to $494,000 (-1.0%) |
| 06/03/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $499,000 | $50,000 | - | From $549,000 to $499,000 (-9.1%) |
| 05/15/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $549,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,596 | $460,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$1,596
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$295
Monthly
Assessed Value
$460,100
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1920
Living Area
465 sq ft
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
2
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Rented
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$1,596
Assessed Value
$460,100
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$295 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
5
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Without Residential Exemption Are $5, 328. 2 Parking Spaces Are Rented. Built-in Window A/c Stays In Whole Year.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
71 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
465 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
465 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Rented
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
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Monthly Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest
$0
Property Tax
$133
Homeowners Insurance
$200
HOA Fee
$295/mo
PMI (if <20% down)
$0
Loan Summary
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Total interest paid
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Rate Impact
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Payment Over Time
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Location
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
165 Beacon Street # 2, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Irina Spiegel
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Office Phone
617-731-2447
Agent MLS ID
CN232823
Office MLS ID
AN6199
Listing Data Updated
Jul 29, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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