261 Beacon St # 42, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,200/mo
About this home
Beautifully maintained studio in the heart of Back Bay at 261 Beacon Street, Unit 42. The residents features hardwood floors, an open living/sleeping area, a kitchenette with storage, and a full bathroom & Ample closet space. Shared laundry in the building.Located on Beacon Street between Exeter & Dartmouth, you're steps from Copley Square, the Prudential Center, the Charles River Esplanade, and multiple MBTA lines (Green Line, Back Bay Station nearby). Restaurants, grocery stores, and boutiques are all within walking distance. Sept 1 Availability.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Jun 7, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jun 2, 2026
$2,200
Original listing
Agent: Alexandria Lyons
Office: JD Advisors, Inc
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/07/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/02/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,200 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Living Area
258 sq ft
Lot Size
99,999,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
2
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Gas, Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$2,200
Required
Last MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Oven, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
HOA
Yes
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
42
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
5 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
258 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
258 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:
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Refrigerator
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Laundry:
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Roof:
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
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Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
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Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
3 schools
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
Middle Schools
1 school
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.2 mi
|
#118 of 352
|
Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Newman School
0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Commonwealth School
0.1 mi
Grades 09-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.2 mi
|
#301 of 346
|
Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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Location
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
261 Beacon St # 42, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Alexandria Lyons
Listing Office
JD Advisors, Inc
Office Phone
508-277-7707
Agent MLS ID
CN215803
Office MLS ID
AN8458
Listing Data Updated
Jul 22, 2026 1:44 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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