242 Beacon St # 5, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$3,399,000
Est. $22,601/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.

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2
Beds
2
Baths
2,260
Sq Ft
$1,504
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1884
Year Built
1
Parking
15 hours 50 minutes
Time on Market
For Sale Listed Sep 28, 2026 • MLS# 73583289 Copied! • Updated Sep 28, 2026

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About this home

RARE, RENOVATED WATERSIDE HOME FINALLY AVAILABLE: A study in scale, craftsmanship and timeless Boston elegance, this extraordinary single-level residence offers 2,260 SF of beautifully appointed living with views toward the Charles River. Direct elevator access opens to a dramatic black-and-white marble foyer and an expansive living/dining room with soaring ceilings, fireplace and magnificent bow windows capturing river views and natural light. Beautifully proportioned rooms showcase exquisitely restored paneled ceilings, intricate mouldings and handsome millwork throughout. Two generously scaled, king-size bedrooms offer a sense of serenity and privacy, while a spacious dedicated office provides an elegant setting for working from home or quiet retreat. Historic architecture is seamlessly balanced by modern comforts, including a newly updated kitchen, two renovated baths, laundry, central air and parking located directly behind the building. Grand yet understated, this is a rare residence where exceptional architecture, gracious scale, light and views come together beautifully.

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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Sep 28, 2026
$3,399,000
Original listing
Agent: Eve Dougherty Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $44,443 $3,584,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$44,443
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$1,510
Monthly
Assessed Value
$3,584,100

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1884
Living Area 2,260 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Marble, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit
Features Bonus Room, Wired For Sound

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street, Rented
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $44,443
Assessed Value $3,584,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $1,510 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds
Amenities Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Garden Area
Optional Fee $350
Optional Fee Includes Additional Parking Space
Owner-Occupied Units 6
Pets Yes
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type ["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 5
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs (2)
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1884
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,260 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Marble, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Bonus Room, Wired for Sound
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
Security: Intercom, Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1884
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Rented

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, River
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, 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

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Property Tax $3,704
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $1,510/mo
PMI (if <20% down) $0

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

242 Beacon St # 5, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Eve Dougherty
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID BB806816
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Sep 28, 2026 11:44 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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