22 Joy St # 22, Boston MA 02114

Boston, MA 02114 • Beacon Hill
$15,000/mo
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,788
Sq Ft
1,216
Lot Sq Ft
1890
Year Built
9 hours 47 minutes
Time on Market
For Rent Open House Listed Oct 6, 2026 • MLS# 73587320 Copied! • Updated Oct 6, 2026

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Open House Schedule

08
Oct
Thursday, October 8
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM EDT

About this home

22 Joy St is a beautifully maintained single-family townhouse offering the perfect opportunity for those drawn to the architectural character and lifestyle that define Beacon Hill, paired w/ modern comfort. The entry level immediately showcases the home’s timeless charm, featuring exposed beams, a spiral staircase, hardwood floors, and oversized windows that fill the living space with natural light. The kitchen is well-appointed with marble countertops + direct access to a private courtyard patio. Upper levels offer exceptional flexibility, including a comfortable library/ TV room with a wood-burning fireplace and custom built-ins, along with three spacious bedrooms and an additional private outdoor deck. The top-floor primary suite provides a sense of scale rarely found in Beacon Hill, complete with vaulted ceilings and a spa-like bath featuring dual vanities and a clawfoot soaking tub. A finished lower level adds valuable bonus space and ample storage.

Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Rent
Oct 6, 2026
$15,000
Original listing
Agent: The Sarkis Team Office: Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
Year Built 1890
Living Area 3,788 sq ft
Lot Size 1,216 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 10

Rental Details

Available Available Now
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Occupancy Only
Security Deposit $15,000
Required Last MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace Family Room, Kitchen
Fireplaces 3
Basement None
Laundry Sink, In Basement, In Unit
Features Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Cedar Closet(s), Storage, Recessed Lighting, Beamed Ceilings, Vestibule, Bonus Room, Play Room, Sitting Room
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck, Patio - Enclosed
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Patio - Enclosed
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 22
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Property Type
Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
3,788 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Cedar Closet(s), Storage, Recessed Lighting, Beamed Ceilings, Vestibule, Bonus Room, Play Room, Sitting Room
Windows: Window(s) - Picture
Basement:
Laundry: Sink, In Basement, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Patio - Enclosed
Patio & Porch: Deck, Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Kitchen
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
⚠ School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
↓ 1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Advent School
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.4 mi
Grades K-07
The Learning Project
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
St. John Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.8 mi | #47 of 352 | Score: 57.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
-0.7 below state avg
779 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.1 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.3 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.3 mi | #594 of 825 | Score: 41.1
Dropped 186 spots from last year
-17.1 below state avg
315 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
1.3 mi | #86 of 352 | Score: 50.9
Improved 3 spots from last year
-7.3 below state avg
544 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.8 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.3 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.6 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.0 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Edwards Middle
1.4 mi
UP Academy
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Newman School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.5 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.2 mi | #300 of 346 | Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students Moderate
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.3 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.4 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.4 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.0 mi | #20 of 25 | Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.1 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Beacon Hill

22 Joy St # 22, Boston MA 02114

Boston, MA 02114

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Sarkis Team
Listing Office Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team
Office Phone 617-875-4950
Agent MLS ID TM328399
Office MLS ID AN8041
Listing Data Updated Oct 6, 2026 5:18 PM 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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