
157 Beacon St Unit 5 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodHighlights
- No Units Above
- Deck
- Baseboard Heating
- Brownstone
- Central Air
- 4-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot
About This Home
As of September 2023Beautiful Back Bay penthouse unit offering 360° city views from a spectacular private roof deck. This tastefully renovated two bedroom one & a half bath unit features open kitchen, living & dining area with high ceilings, exposed brick, beautiful hardwood floors and in-unit laundry. Amazing city location, steps away from the Boston Public Garden, Charles River Esplanade, and the shops and restaurants on Newbury and Charles streets. Walkability score of 97 with easy access to the airport and major routes in and out of Boston, plus a quick walk to both the Red and Green lines.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Town and Country Real Estate License #449513571 Listed on: 04/29/2022

Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,080
Year Built
- Built in 1860
HOA Fees
- $412 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brownstone
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,014 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Central Air
- 1 Cooling Zone
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
Additional Features
- Deck
- No Units Above
Community Details
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance
- 5 Units
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02748 S:010,3352846
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Condominium Deed | $1,349,000 | None Available | |
Deed | -- | -- | |
Deed | $440,000 | -- | |
Deed | $242,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $1,056,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $200,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
Previous Owner | $275,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $85,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
09/12/2023 09/12/23 | Sold | $1,349,000 | 0.0% | $1,330 / Sq Ft |
08/10/2023 08/10/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/07/2023 08/07/23 | Price Changed | $1,349,000 | -1.2% | $1,330 / Sq Ft |
07/19/2023 07/19/23 | For Sale | $1,365,000 | +3.4% | $1,346 / Sq Ft |
07/14/2022 07/14/22 | Sold | $1,320,000 | -5.4% | $1,302 / Sq Ft |
05/23/2022 05/23/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/11/2022 05/11/22 | Price Changed | $1,395,000 | -6.7% | $1,376 / Sq Ft |
04/29/2022 04/29/22 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | +45.9% | $1,474 / Sq Ft |
12/09/2014 12/09/14 | Sold | $1,025,000 | 0.0% | $1,011 / Sq Ft |
11/10/2014 11/10/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
11/02/2014 11/02/14 | Off Market | $1,025,000 | -- | -- |
10/28/2014 10/28/14 | For Sale | $949,000 | -- | $936 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $14,330 | $1,237,500 | $0 | $1,237,500 |
2024 | $13,204 | $1,211,400 | $0 | $1,211,400 |
2023 | $12,391 | $1,153,700 | $0 | $1,153,700 |
2022 | $12,306 | $1,131,100 | $0 | $1,131,100 |
2021 | $12,069 | $1,131,100 | $0 | $1,131,100 |
2020 | $11,744 | $1,112,100 | $0 | $1,112,100 |
2019 | $11,488 | $1,089,900 | $0 | $1,089,900 |
2018 | $10,773 | $1,028,000 | $0 | $1,028,000 |
2017 | $10,466 | $988,300 | $0 | $988,300 |
2016 | $10,001 | $909,200 | $0 | $909,200 |
2015 | $9,726 | $803,100 | $0 | $803,100 |
2014 | $8,809 | $700,200 | $0 | $700,200 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2023
Steven Cohen Team
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(617) 861-3636
26 in this area
475 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Nicole Spencer
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(978) 771-4764
3 in this area
33 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2023
Fiona Romeri
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
(617) 236-0711
5 in this area
31 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2022
Yvonne Muir
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Town and Country Real Estate
3 in this area
5 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2014
Christopher Bushing
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 283-2052
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72974214

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002748-000010
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