Waterside Beacon, This beautiful corner 2 bed 2 bath unit features stone countertops. Large corner living room featuring fireplace and custom lighting. in elevator building with on-site super and common roof deck. Kitchen, living, dining area provide an open living pattern. Great river views from within this unit, overlooking the Charles River and the Cambridge skyline. Custom lighting w/ plenty of storage, granite countertops, perfect for entertaining. Hardwood floors throughout. Master bedroom with en-suite bath and two closets. Generously sized second bedroom. with two closets, In-Unit Laundry as well as common laundry in building. Extra storage in the basement.
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Waterfront Type:Waterfront, River, Bay, Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)
Community Amenities:Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, T-Station, University
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Back Bay
280 Beacon # 54, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
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Boston School District local
C-
🎓Where Graduates GoClass of 2021
52%attend college
38%4-Year14%2-Year7%Out of State7%Working
⚠School Safety2024-25
3.7%Above Average
3.2%Suspensions0.3%In-School0.5%Emergency
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1.8% below state avg
E
Elementary Schools
10 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
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.8 mi
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#24 of 25 |
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Kids Are People School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.0 mi
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#809 of 824 |
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.1 mi
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#258 of 352 |
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 mi
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#772 of 824 |
Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.6 mi
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#326 of 352 |
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
M
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.3 mi
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#349 of 352 |
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.0 mi
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#4 of 16 |
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
Epiphany School
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.3 mi
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#265 of 352 |
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.7 mi
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
H
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 mi
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#268 of 346 |
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
1.1 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 mi
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#19 of 346 |
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.6 mi
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#90 of 346 |
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.9 mi
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#13 of 25 |
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.1 mi
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#322 of 346 |
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.6 mi
|
#2 of 25 |
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
C-
East Boston High School
3.0 mi
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#305 of 346 |
Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students
Less Diverse
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Status: Active under contract
May 11, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
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Pending Sale
Apr 30, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Showing Instructions Updated
Apr 3, 2026
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Apr 2, 2026
$1,545,000
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Market Statistics
Days on Market
51 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,178
Tax History
Year
Taxes
Assessment
2026
$18,506
$1,478,600
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$18,506
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$1,145
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,478,600
Listing Information
Listing AgentEric R. Hersum
Listing OfficeBack Bay Properties Corp.
Agent MLS IDNB112033
Office MLS IDNB2757
Listing Data UpdatedJul 1, 2026 2:00 PM EDT
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