$1,349,000
SOLD SEP 12, 2023

157 Beacon St Unit 5 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,014 Sq Ft
$412/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,330 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Deck
  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • No Units Above
  • Property is near public transit
  • 4-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

As of September 2023

This sun-drenched penthouse showcases a combination of elegance, amenities, and a premier location one block from the Public Garden and Charles River Esplanade. The recently renovated 2 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath home features soaring ceilings, skylights, exposed brick, and hardwood floors throughout. Enjoy the roof deck: a private refuge with 360-degree skyline views. The expansive open-concept living area has plenty of space to host your next dinner party, with a kitchen featuring ample storage and sleek stainless-steel appliances. Down the hall, there are two spacious bedrooms, a powder room, and a full marble bath with a skylight and glass-enclosed walk-in shower. The king-sized primary bedroom features generous closet space and lovely views, while the second bedroom offers versatility by accommodating both a queen-sized bed and an office set-up. Central AC and laundry in unit, ample closets, plus common storage in the basement. All this steps from everything the Back Bay has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steven Cohen Team

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay Listed on: 07/19/2023

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Co-Listed By

Nicole Spencer

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Last Buyer's Agent

Fiona Romeri

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,391

Year Built

  • Built in 1860

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • No Units Above

HOA Fees

  • $412 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,014 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02748 S:010,3352844

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, snow removal
  • 5 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,391

Year Built

Built in 1860

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$412 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 1014
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5522
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1330.37
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1330.37
  • MAIN SO: BB5984

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 412
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 5
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02748 S:010,3352844
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1014
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 254
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12391
  • Tax Book Number: 67946

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 5
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2023
Closed on
Sep 8, 2023
Sold by
Liu Yusu
Bought by
Lehan Connor and Clayton Katherine
Seller's Agent
Steven Cohen Team
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Buyer's Agent
Fiona Romeri
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
List Price
$1,365,000
Sold Price
$1,349,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,000
-1.17%
Total Days on Market
21
Views
110
Current Estimated Value
$1,450,641

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$101,641
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.31%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2005
Sold by
Defina George E
Bought by
Zablatsky Marc H

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2001
Sold by
Driemeyer David W
Bought by
Stickney Shari M and Depina George E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.61%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 1988
Sold by
Schmitt Steven J
Bought by
Driemeyer David W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
10.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $1,349,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Deed $440,000 --
Deed $242,000 --
Source: Public Records

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
Source: Public Records

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
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 $14,330 $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
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73138136

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002748-000010