$1,675,000
SOLD OCT 29, 2020 RENTED MAR 4, 2025

116 Mount Vernon St Unit 4 Boston, MA 02108

Beacon Hill Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,246 Sq Ft
1,307 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,344 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

About This Home

As of October 2020

A+ Location! All the charm of Beacon Hill is captured in this 1246 sf walk-up penthouse duplex with high ceilings, beautifully proportioned rooms and oversized windows that accentuate the light-filled spaces of this wonderful home. An elegant wood-burning fireplace with a marble mantelpiece highlights the living room while the large bay windows provide delightful views of Charles Street throughout the changing seasons. The sunny kitchen features a second cozy wood-burning fireplace and an over-sized window offers magical views of the city skyline at night. Two bedrooms, study and a full bathroom are nicely laid out on a more private floor above. There is in-unit laundry as well as additional laundry and storage in the basement. Just steps to all the shops on Charles Street, MGH, Boston Common garage and the Public Garden. Pet-friendly. Roof rights included with this unit.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Macalaster

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/22/2020

Co-Listed By

Aliza Samuels

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Beth Damon

Donnelly + Co.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,445

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:01504 S:008

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,445

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Brownstone
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 1344.30
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 4
  • Unit Level: 3
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 5
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • No Living Levels: 2
  • Main Lo: AN6181
  • Main So: NB4885
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1246.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: On Street Permit

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Hot Water: Oil

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 484.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 1109100.00
  • Acre: 0.03
  • Lot Size: 1246.00
  • Page: 147
  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:01504 S:008
  • Zoning: res

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 11712.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3356515
  • Tax Year: 2020

Multi Family

  • No Units: 4
  • No Units Owner Occ: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2020
Closed on
Oct 19, 2020
Sold by
Ronald T Hearle Ret
Bought by
Shivers Julia C and Cusack James C
Seller's Agent
Lisa Macalaster
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Beth Damon
Donnelly + Co.
List Price
$1,675,000
Sold Price
$1,675,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,700,402

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,402
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.35%
Original Mortgage
$167,500
Outstanding Balance
$138,119
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,647,359

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2014
Sold by
Hearle Ronald T and Hearle Deborah C
Bought by
Ronald T Hearle Ret and Hearle Ronald T

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2005
Sold by
Hearle Mary W and Hearle Michael J
Bought by
Hearle Deborah and Hearle Ronald

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2001
Sold by
Brehm Nancy
Bought by
Hearle Michael J and Hearle Mary W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$576,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 1999
Sold by
Madden Robert R
Bought by
Brehm Nancy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
7.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 1999
Sold by
Purdy R Andrew and Purdy Philippa M
Bought by
Madden Robert R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 1995
Sold by
Braunstein Colette A
Bought by
Purdy R Andrew and Purdy Philippa M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
8.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 1990
Sold by
Hansen Robert G
Bought by
Braunstein Colette A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 1988
Sold by
Rich Jeffrey B
Bought by
Hansen Robert E
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $1,675,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Deed $850,000 --
Deed $640,000 --
Deed $565,000 --
Deed $553,000 --
Deed $325,000 --
Deed $365,000 --
Deed $302,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $167,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Open $1,340,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $576,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $375,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $180,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/04/2025 03/04/25 Rented $6,500 0.0% --
02/26/2025 02/26/25 Under Contract -- -- --
10/31/2024 10/31/24 For Rent $6,500 0.0% --
10/29/2020 10/29/20 Sold $1,675,000 0.0% $1,344 / Sq Ft
09/23/2020 09/23/20 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2020 09/22/20 For Sale $1,675,000 -- $1,344 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $14,445 $1,247,400 $0 $1,247,400
2024 $13,597 $1,247,400 $0 $1,247,400
2023 $12,875 $1,198,800 $0 $1,198,800
2022 $12,538 $1,152,400 $0 $1,152,400
2021 $12,056 $1,129,900 $0 $1,129,900
2020 $11,712 $1,109,100 $0 $1,109,100
2019 $11,236 $1,066,000 $0 $1,066,000
2018 $10,541 $1,005,800 $0 $1,005,800
2017 $10,342 $976,600 $0 $976,600
2016 $10,040 $912,700 $0 $912,700
2015 $10,263 $847,500 $0 $847,500
2014 $9,875 $785,000 $0 $785,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72730187

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001504-000008