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286 Beacon St # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$899,000
$849,000
Est. $5,758/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
794
Sq Ft
$1,069
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1890
Year Built
1
Parking
122
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$50,000 Listed Mar 12, 2026 • MLS# 73485947 Copied! • Updated Jul 1, 2026

About this home

Positioned at the intersection of convenience and refinement, this stunning 1 BR home offers Southern exposure that floods the space with natural light. A brand new kitchen anchors the home with stainless steel appliances and clean, contemporary lines, while rich hardwood flooring flows seamlessly throughout. The updated bath reflects the same commitment to quality found in every corner of this meticulously maintained home. Truly turnkey in condition, this is a residence that asks nothing of its new owner except to arrive and enjoy. The location is simply irreproachable—steps from Copley Square, Newbury Street, the Boston Public Garden, and the Charles River Esplanade, placing the very best of Boston at your doorstep. Whether you are seeking a sophisticated primary residence or an elegant city retreat, this home delivers an effortless blend of style, substance, and position. In a market where location and condition rarely align at this level, opportunities like this command attention.

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Property History

Market Insights

3
Price Changes
5.6%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Jun 27, 2026
$849,000 $10,000 (-1.16%)
From $859,000 to $849,000 (-1.2%)
Price Reduced
May 18, 2026
$859,000 $30,000 (-3.37%)
From $889,000 to $859,000 (-3.4%)
Price Reduced
Apr 16, 2026
$889,000 $10,000 (-1.11%)
From $899,000 to $889,000 (-1.1%)
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Listed for Sale
Mar 12, 2026
$899,000
Original listing
Agent: Steven Cohen Team Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,903 $768,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,903
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$523
Per month
Assessed Value
$768,800

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 794 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Steam
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Features Rented, On Street
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $8,903
Assessed Value $768,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $523
Fee Includes Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 7
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures There Is A Parking Space Behind The Building Thats Currently Rented Out. The Incoming Buyer Can Petition The Board Of Trustees To Rent This Parking Space At $400/month. The Board Will Consider Petition From The New Resident In The Building If The Current Tenant Stops Renting The Parking Space.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 111 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
794 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

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

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, 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

3 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.6 mi
Grades K-07
M

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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Newman School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Commonwealth School
0.2 mi
Grades 09-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.3 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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Property Tax $742
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $523/mo
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Neighborhood

Back Bay

286 Beacon St # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Steven Cohen Team
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone 617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID TM003012
Office MLS ID BB5522
Listing Data Updated Jul 1, 2026 3:09 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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