$785,000
SOLD OCT 12, 2016

121 Beacon St Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
940 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$835 Per Sq Ft

11 Days on Market

About This Home

As of September 2024

Exceptional Back Bay condo in stately brownstone with A+ location near Boston's coveted Public Garden, Charles River & Beacon Hill. This 2 bedroom / 2 bath duplex unit has been been beautifully renovated with quality amenities & finishes throughout, while restoring the exquisite original period detail and Back Bay charm. Sleek kitchen offers custom cabinets, SS appliances with granite counters & a separate wine fridge / bar storage setting. The 2nd "inner" bedroom is currently used as den /study area. Open concept living & dining areas lead to an architecturally stunning staircase to upper level. Magnificent upper master bedroom with 12ft ceilings, front facing bay window, ornate fireplace with carved wood surround & built-ins, custom shelving and en suite bath. Private brick front entrance opens to a white tiled foyer with ample storage & closet space. Professionally managed building. A tandem rental parking space behind building for $300/month can be transferable. No Dog Policy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Duncan Donahue

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay Listed on: 08/11/2016

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,887

Year Built

1852

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 1
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1852

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 4
  • No Living Levels: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Rented
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • No Units: 6
  • Unit Building: 1

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: W:05 P:02809 S:002
  • Zoning: res

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2016
Closed on
Oct 12, 2016
Sold by
Lunt Katherine Whitney
Bought by
121-1 Beacon Street Nt
Seller's Agent
Norman Hodson
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Buyer's Agent
Michael Brandon
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Sold Price
$3,495
Current Estimated Value
$1,006,221

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,002,726
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2006
Sold by
Norton David A
Bought by
Jacob Nigel S and Liptay Tiffany E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$488,000
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2005
Sold by
Lella Maria
Bought by
Norton David A and Demesquita Don

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2004
Sold by
Smyer Ingrid F
Bought by
Lella Paul R and Lella Maria

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$419,400
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2003
Sold by
Walters Marilene
Bought by
Smyer Ingrid F
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
Not Resolvable $785,000 --
Deed $610,000 --
Deed $610,000 --
Deed $510,000 --
Deed $510,000 --
Deed $466,000 --
Deed $466,000 --
Deed $477,000 --
Deed $477,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $488,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $419,400 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/09/2024 09/09/24 Sold $962,000 -1.8% $1,023 / Sq Ft
06/04/2024 06/04/24 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2024 04/04/24 For Sale $979,900 0.0% $1,042 / Sq Ft
03/12/2023 03/12/23 Rented $3,750 0.0% --
03/08/2023 03/08/23 Under Contract -- -- --
01/26/2023 01/26/23 For Rent $3,750 +7.3% --
02/15/2019 02/15/19 Rented $3,495 0.0% --
02/06/2019 02/06/19 Under Contract -- -- --
11/19/2018 11/19/18 For Rent $3,495 0.0% --
10/22/2016 10/22/16 Rented $3,495 0.0% --
10/12/2016 10/12/16 Sold $785,000 0.0% $835 / Sq Ft
09/19/2016 09/19/16 For Rent $3,495 0.0% --
08/22/2016 08/22/16 Pending -- -- --
08/11/2016 08/11/16 For Sale $785,000 0.0% $835 / Sq Ft
07/06/2015 07/06/15 Rented $3,495 0.0% --
07/06/2015 07/06/15 For Rent $3,495 0.0% --
05/21/2014 05/21/14 Rented $3,495 0.0% --
05/21/2014 05/21/14 For Rent $3,495 0.0% --
04/30/2012 04/30/12 Sold $572,500 -4.6% $609 / Sq Ft
02/01/2012 02/01/12 For Sale $599,900 -- $638 / 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 $9,887 $853,800 $0 $853,800
2024 $9,306 $853,800 $0 $853,800
2023 $8,733 $813,100 $0 $813,100
2022 $8,674 $797,200 $0 $797,200
2021 $8,506 $797,200 $0 $797,200
2020 $8,205 $777,000 $0 $777,000
2019 $8,027 $761,600 $0 $761,600
2018 $7,528 $718,300 $0 $718,300
2017 $7,646 $722,000 $0 $722,000
2016 $7,422 $674,700 $0 $674,700
2015 $7,884 $651,000 $0 $651,000
2014 $7,088 $563,400 $0 $563,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72051642

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002809-000002