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242 Beacon St Unit 5, Boston, MA

Boston · MA 02116

$3,399,000
Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
2260
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Condominium
HOA: HOA: $1,510 / mo
HOA Fees Include
Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Garden Area, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds, Management Fee
Special Assessment
No
Floor: 3rd floor
Accessibility: Elevator
Pets: Pet Friendly
Parking: 1 Off Street Space
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC
Laundry: In Unit Laundry
Views: River Views

About this home

RARE, RENOVATED WATERSIDE HOME FINALLY AVAILABLE: A study in scale, craftsmanship and timeless Boston elegance, this extraordinary single-level residence offers 2,260 SF of beautifully appointed living with views toward the Charles River. Direct elevator access opens to a dramatic black-and-white marble foyer and an expansive living/dining room with soaring ceilings, fireplace and magnificent bow windows capturing river views and natural light. Beautifully proportioned rooms showcase exquisitely restored paneled ceilings, intricate mouldings and handsome millwork throughout. Two generously scaled, king-size bedrooms offer a sense of serenity and privacy, while a spacious dedicated office provides an elegant setting for working from home or quiet retreat. Historic architecture is seamlessly balanced by modern comforts, including a newly updated kitchen, two renovated baths, laundry, central air and parking located directly behind the building. Grand yet understated, this is a rare residence where exceptional architecture, gracious scale, light and views come together beautifully.

Neighborhood & Transit

Back Bay

242 Beacon St, Boston · MA 02116

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • Copley Green 0.27 mi
  • Arlington Green 0.45 mi
  • Back Bay Orange Commuter Rail 5 routes 0.46 mi
    • Foxboro Event Service
    • Framingham/Worcester Line
    • Franklin/Foxboro Line
    • Needham Line
    • Providence/Stoughton Line

Price Insight

Days on Market:
26 days
Listing Price:
$3,399,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$1,504
Tax Assessment:
$3,584,100 in 2026
Taxes:
$3,704 / Monthly
HOA Fee:
$1,510 / Monthly

Home Facts

Where is the Unit in the building?

Unit Placement
3rd | Upper, Middle, Front, Back
Views
Waterview, Waterfront
Elevator
Yes
Handicap Access
Unknown

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
2,260 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Floor 3, Flooring - Wood, Dishwasher, Cooktop, Range, Wall Oven, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 3, Full Bathroom, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Decorative Molding, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
In Unit, Floor 3
Living levels
1
Rooms
6
Above grade area
2260
Flooring
Wood, Marble
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Forced Air, Hot Water Baseboard
Heating Zone
Unknown
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Outdoor Space
Unknown
Features
Unknown

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
1 Parking Space, Off-Street, Rented

Home Owner Association information

Restrictions
Unknown
HOA
$1,510 / Monthly
HOA Includes
Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Garden Area, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds, Management Fee
Special Assessment
No
Pets allowed
Yes
Security
Intercom
Association pool
No

Room details

Living room level
Third Floor
Living room features
Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Open Floor Plan, Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Window Seat
Dining room level
Third Floor
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floor Plan, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding
Family room level
Third Floor
Family room features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 level
Third Floor
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Decorative Molding
Bathroom 1 level
Third Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Bathroom 2 level
Third Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Eve Dougherty · Compass · MLS PIN #73583289

MLS #73583289