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4 Joy St PH, Boston MA 02108

Boston, MA 02108 • Beacon Hill
$6,500,000
Est. $41,794/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,622
Sq Ft
$1,795
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
Condominium
Type
19
Days on Market
Active Listed Mar 23, 2026 • MLS# 73490416 Copied!

About this home

Discover unparalleled luxury at 4 Joy Street, PH, in Beacon Hill. This exclusive penthouse spans the top three floors, featuring four bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, and private elevator. Just a block away from Boston Common, enjoy opulent living with a bow-front formal living room, dining room, and sunlit library. The kitchen connects to a family room and terrace via a wet bar, perfect for indoor/outdoor living with views of the Charles River and State House. The upper level provides an ideal space for a home office or fitness room. With two fireplaces and private outdoor areas, this residence seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury. As described and featured by Modern Luxury Interior magazine, A Hill Top Sanctuary!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,622 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
3
Entry Level
3

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 3,622 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Marble
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement N
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features Elevator

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Slate

Parking

Features Off Street

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $73,521
Assessed Value $6,101,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Marble
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Elevator
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Security: Intercom, Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 2019
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Slate
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 6
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 6
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:

Location

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Neighborhood

Beacon Hill

4 Joy St PH, Boston MA 02108

Boston, MA 02108

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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
Advent School
0.3 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.3 mi
Grades K-07
The Learning Project
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
St. John Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.8 mi | #48 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.0 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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.2 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.4 mi | #589 of 824 | Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
1.4 mi | #85 of 352 | Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.8 mi | #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
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.3 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
Dearborn Middle School
3.6 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.6 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.5 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.9 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
Edwards Middle
1.5 mi
UP Academy
1.8 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.7 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
Newman School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.6 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.2 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.2 mi | #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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.3 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.3 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.0 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.0 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
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Mar 23, 2026
$6,500,000
Original listing
Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 23, 2026 New Listing Added $6,500,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,795

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $73,521 $6,101,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$73,521
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$2,600
Monthly
Assessed Value
$6,101,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Merlin Rosenblatt
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID CN207423
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Apr 7, 2026 6:46 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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