396 Beacon Street # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116
$750,000
Est. $5,088/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
670
Sq Ft
$1,119
Price/Sq Ft
1870
Year Built
81
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$20,000 Listed Oct 7, 2025 • MLS# 73440562 Copied!

About this home

Naturally well lite one bedroom residence on 2nd floor with large south facing exposed window sets. A sun-filled living room showcases high ceilings, ornamental molding, over-sized new windows and a charming fireplace. Well cared-for original herringbone hardwood floors throughout shared by custom built-in shelving. The bedroom offers a large walk in closet and views of the Hancock & Prudential towers. A galley kitchen enjoys multiple pantries, a stainless steel dishwasher and ample cabinetry. Small entry foyer, laundry on site and extra private basement storage provides a wonderful city lifestyle in this Back Bay condominium. Located a short walk to the Charles river esplanade, Back Bay cafes, shops and multiple Train stops.

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1870
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
670 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1870
Living Area 670 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Common Area
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 Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $5,898
Assessed Value $509,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1870
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
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Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station, University

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Neighborhood

396 Beacon Street # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.8 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.8 mi | #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
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.0 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.1 mi | #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
The Winsor School
1.4 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
2.2 mi
Nativity Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 mi | #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
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.1 mi
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.1 mi | #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
1.5 mi
Edwards Middle
2.1 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.1 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.2 mi | #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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.3 mi | #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
1.5 mi | #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
1.8 mi | #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
2.3 mi | #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
2.5 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
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
3.0 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Nov 20, 2025
$750,000 $20,000 (-2.6%)
From $770,000 to $750,000 (-2.6%)
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Listed for Sale
Oct 7, 2025
$770,000
Original listing

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Nov 20, 2025 Price Changed $750,000 -$20,000
Oct 7, 2025 New Listing Added $770,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
81 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,119
Total Price Drop
-$20,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,898 $509,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,898
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$604
Per month
Assessed Value
$509,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Eric Holmes
Listing Office Meridian Realty Group LLC
Agent MLS ID CT002465
Office MLS ID AN2198
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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