255 Beacon St # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$799,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$825,000
Final Sale Price:
$799,000
Difference:
$26,000 (-3.2%)
Performance Metrics
96.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
35
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,263
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,224
This property sold for $1,224 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 35 days on market before selling.
About this home
Ideally located in a premiere elevator building within the heart of Back Bay, this designer finished 1-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of elegance, style and convenience. Greeted by a gracious foyer complete w/ coat closet, there is no shortage of charm and detail throughout. The spacious living room centers around a decorative fireplace with built-ins, offering ample room for both seating and a dining area. The kitchen includes updated appliances and an abundance of both cabinet storage + counter space. The well proportioned bedroom is directly across from the full bathroom, offering two generously sized closets. Additional features include hardwood floors, recessed lighting, newly installed AC & extra private storage. Elevator building w/ professional management & a beautiful common roof deck. Just steps from the Esplanade & all the shops/restaurants that Back Bay has to offer, you don't want to miss the opportunity to live in one of Boston's most sought-after locations!
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Property History
Market Insights
37
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Jun 13, 2025
$799,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 37
Listed for Sale
Apr 16, 2025
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: The Robinette Team
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/13/2025 | ✓ Sold | $799,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/16/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,948 | $682,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,948
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$448
Monthly
Assessed Value
$682,600
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1939
Living Area
653 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Wall Unit(s), Ductless
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,948
Assessed Value
$682,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$448 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans (3)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
37 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1939
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
653 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
0 sq ft above grade
653 sq ft below grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1939
Structure Type:
Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
Wall Unit(s), Ductless
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
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station
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
< 0.1 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.4 mi
Grades K-07
Middle Schools
1 school
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.2 mi
|
#119 of 352
|
Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Commonwealth School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 09-12
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.2 mi
|
#301 of 346
|
Score: 38.1
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.1 below state avg
435 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 78 athletes
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Location
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
255 Beacon St # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Robinette Team
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-375-6900
Agent MLS ID
TM358887
Office MLS ID
BB5919
Listing Data Updated
Jun 13, 2025 3:17 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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