461 Beacon Street # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$915,000
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
916
Sq Ft
$999
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
49
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 9, 2025 • MLS# 73428313 Copied! • Updated Nov 17, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,025,000
Final Sale Price: $915,000
Difference: $110,000 (-10.7%)
Performance Metrics
89.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
49
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,119
Sale $/sq ft: $999
This property sold for $999 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 10.7% below the original asking price.

The property spent 49 days on market before selling.

About this home

This one bedroom plus den condominium offers a unique opportunity to own a recently renovated piece of Boston's rich history. The living area, encompassing approximately 916 square feet, provides a comfortable environment for relaxation and entertainment. Built in 1880, this first-floor/ground duplex property offers a convenient location. This home presents a unique opportunity to experience historical charm and city living. The first floor is composed of a combination living room/dining room complemented by the sophisticated touch of crown molding that enhances the room's architectural appeal. A fully renovated kitchen complements the stone countertops, a stovetop for preparing meals, and bright white cabinets that offer ample storage complimented with all high end appliances. A new half bath has been added to this level. The lower level is composed of a primary bedroom with crown molding, a generous walk in closet, an office/den, as well as a fully renovated full bath & washer/dryer.

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Property History

Market Insights

3.2%
Price Range
63
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Nov 14, 2025
$915,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 63
🏠
Listed for Sale
Sep 9, 2025
$945,000
Original listing
Agent: Christopher Willis Office: Ocean Park Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,479 $732,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,479
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$289
Per month
Assessed Value
$732,200

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 916 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Other
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Basement, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Other
Features Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric 110 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer
Annual Tax $8,479
Assessed Value $732,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $289
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Exclusions Excluded Are The Living Room Chandelier As Well As The Fireplace Sconces.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed (2)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 63 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
916 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Basement, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Effective Year (Renovated): 1980
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Other
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Other
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School
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

10 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.9 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.9 mi
Grades K-07
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 mi | #766 of 825 | Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Advent School
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.1 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
The Winsor School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.3 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.9 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
Edwards Middle
2.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.1 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.3 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.3 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.4 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.5 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.8 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.4
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.8 below state avg
526 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Back Bay

461 Beacon Street # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Christopher Willis
Listing Office Ocean Park Real Estate
Office Phone 617-803-7440
Agent MLS ID BB600109
Office MLS ID AN0773
Listing Data Updated Nov 17, 2025 12:27 PM EST
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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