163 Beacon St Unit B1 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
520
Sq Ft
$315/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Washer and Dryer
- 4-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot
- Electric Baseboard Heater
About This Home
As of May 2018Great one bedroom on lower Beacon in Boston's beloved Back Bay. Enjoy the convenience of a private entrance to this unit which features hardwood floors throughout, the look of exposed brick walls, recessed lighting and an efficient kitchen. Marble bath with subway tiles. Great rental potential with laundry IN UNIT. 1 block from footbridge that leads to the Esplanade, 1 block to Boston Public Gardens & Beacon Hill. 3 short blocks to Newbury Street.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,996
Year Built
- Built in 1890
HOA Fees
- $315 per month
Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Laundry
- Washer and Dryer
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Individual Controls for Heating
- Electric Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2018
Closed on
May 23, 2018
Sold by
Whitehead Raig L and Whitehead Susan A
Bought by
Chambers Janet
Seller's Agent
Justin Grammer
A & S Realty Co., Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Michael Moran
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$479,900
Sold Price
$430,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,900
-10.4%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$150,997
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.20%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 2, 2011
Sold by
Shoemake Darryl W and Shoemake Marilyn J
Bought by
Whitehead Craig L and Whitehead Susan A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 2007
Sold by
Erven Carol P
Bought by
Shoemake Darryl W and Shoemake Marilyn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,100
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 2006
Sold by
Clark Keith
Bought by
Erven Carol P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$210,000
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 5, 1996
Sold by
Sawe Anil H and Sawe Charlene A
Bought by
Engel Peter
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $430,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $265,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $289,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $270,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $89,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $260,100 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $210,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2023 07/01/23 | Rented | $2,500 | +11.1% | -- |
| 06/03/2023 06/03/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/30/2023 05/30/23 | For Rent | $2,250 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/24/2023 05/24/23 | Off Market | $2,250 | -- | -- |
| 05/23/2023 05/23/23 | For Rent | $2,250 | -10.0% | -- |
| 04/02/2022 04/02/22 | Rented | $2,500 | +25.0% | -- |
| 03/02/2022 03/02/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2022 02/28/22 | For Rent | $2,000 | +11.1% | -- |
| 07/01/2021 07/01/21 | Rented | $1,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/22/2021 04/22/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/19/2021 04/19/21 | Off Market | $1,800 | -- | -- |
| 10/27/2020 10/27/20 | Price Changed | $1,800 | -5.3% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 09/29/2020 09/29/20 | Price Changed | $1,900 | -9.5% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2020 08/14/20 | Price Changed | $2,100 | -8.7% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2020 08/03/20 | For Rent | $2,300 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/01/2019 10/01/19 | Rented | $2,300 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/09/2019 08/09/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/31/2019 07/31/19 | For Rent | $2,300 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/23/2018 05/23/18 | Sold | $430,000 | -10.4% | $827 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2018 05/08/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/12/2018 04/12/18 | For Sale | $479,900 | 0.0% | $923 / Sq Ft |
| 08/29/2016 08/29/16 | Rented | $1,900 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/16/2016 08/16/16 | For Rent | $1,900 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $4,996 | $431,400 | $0 | $431,400 |
| 2024 | $4,706 | $431,700 | $0 | $431,700 |
| 2023 | $4,415 | $411,100 | $0 | $411,100 |
| 2022 | $4,386 | $403,100 | $0 | $403,100 |
| 2021 | $4,301 | $403,100 | $0 | $403,100 |
| 2020 | $4,369 | $413,700 | $0 | $413,700 |
| 2019 | $4,274 | $405,500 | $0 | $405,500 |
| 2018 | $4,009 | $382,500 | $0 | $382,500 |
| 2017 | $3,894 | $367,700 | $0 | $367,700 |
| 2016 | $3,780 | $343,600 | $0 | $343,600 |
| 2015 | $3,945 | $325,800 | $0 | $325,800 |
| 2014 | $3,404 | $270,600 | $0 | $270,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2023
Mark Ruane
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
(508) 612-6217
7 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Sophie Whorf
Red Brick Real Estate, LLC
(617) 242-4222
-
O
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Ove Asendorf
Amo Realty - Boston City Properties
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
Nikki Modica
Compass
(617) 285-7100
2 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Justin Grammer
A & S Realty Co., Inc.
(617) 329-1411
1 in this area
22 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Michael Moran
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 733-7660
22 in this area
97 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72308150
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002745-000002
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