John Silk
Responds Quickly
Engel & Volkers Boston
(508) 762-1632
73 Total Sales
7 in Back Bay
$422K - $3.4M Price Range
164 Beacon St Unit 2 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $908,075
1
Bed
1
Bath
702
Sq Ft
9,999
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Marina
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- 9,999 Sq Ft lot
- 4-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot
About This Home
As of March 2026Available now: Furnished, short term rental: elegant Back Bay one-bedroom with unparalleled Charles River Views. Gracious, professionally-managed building on one of Boston's finest streets. Located at the foot of Beacon Hill, just a few blocks from the Esplanade, the Public Garden and Newbury Street's shops and cafes. Warm and inviting home has soaring ceilings and an original fireplace and new windows provide amazing views of the Charles River and the Esplanade. Elegant wooden floors throughout complement the stylishly updated kitchen. Rent includes hot water. Direct access parking space available for an additional fee. No smoking and no pets.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 11/12/2025
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Condo Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 1850
Lot Details
- 9,999
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 702 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Decorative Lighting
- Bay Window
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $1,500
- Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, extra storage, furnishings (see remarks), laundry facilities
- Assessor Parcel Number 3352605
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Marina
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 5, 2015
Sold by
Kates Caroline P
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2003
Sold by
Fischoeder Julia R
Bought by
Kates Caroline P and Kates Caroline
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2002
Sold by
Adams Alexandra P
Bought by
Fischoeder Julia
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 1998
Sold by
Adams Nancy W
Bought by
Adams Alexandra P
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 1993
Sold by
Maffeo Henry
Bought by
Wang Nancy S
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Back Bay, MA
-
John Silk
-
Tim McDonald
Tim McDonald
(508) 796-8265
54 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,200,000 Price
-
Tom Jones
Tom Jones
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
(508) 978-3115
4 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,450,000 Price
-
Franklin Knotts
Franklin Knotts
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(781) 752-4079
21 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$720K - $1.1M Price Range
-
Barbara Wales
Barbara Wales
Engel & Volkers Newton
(781) 512-8233
103 Total Sales
9 in Back Bay
$440K - $1.5M Price Range
-
Bill Gehan
Bill Gehan
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
(781) 549-0309
60 Total Sales
32 in Back Bay
$761K - $14.4M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | -- | ||
| Kates Caroline P | $480,000 | -- | |
| Fischoeder Julia | $370,000 | -- | |
| Adams Alexandra P | $155,000 | -- | |
| Wang Nancy S | $155,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $150,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Kates Caroline | $332,000 | |
| Closed | Kates Caroline P | $334,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2026 03/12/26 | Rented | $4,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/12/2025 11/12/25 | For Rent | $4,200 | -6.7% | -- |
| 04/11/2024 04/11/24 | Rented | $4,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/09/2024 04/09/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/30/2024 03/30/24 | For Rent | $4,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/31/2023 07/31/23 | Rented | $4,500 | +12.6% | -- |
| 07/18/2023 07/18/23 | For Rent | $3,995 | +28.9% | -- |
| 03/06/2018 03/06/18 | Rented | $3,100 | +3.3% | -- |
| 03/06/2018 03/06/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/15/2018 01/15/18 | For Rent | $3,000 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 | $9,661 | $834,300 | $0 | $834,300 |
| 2024 | $8,417 | $772,200 | $0 | $772,200 |
| 2023 | $8,124 | $756,400 | $0 | $756,400 |
| 2022 | $8,148 | $748,900 | $0 | $748,900 |
| 2021 | $7,991 | $748,900 | $0 | $748,900 |
| 2020 | $7,481 | $708,400 | $0 | $708,400 |
| 2019 | $7,319 | $694,400 | $0 | $694,400 |
| 2018 | $6,868 | $655,300 | $0 | $655,300 |
| 2017 | $6,674 | $630,200 | $0 | $630,200 |
| 2016 | $6,419 | $583,500 | $0 | $583,500 |
| 2015 | $6,484 | $535,400 | $0 | $535,400 |
| 2014 | $6,237 | $495,800 | $0 | $495,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Christine Mcconville
Landlord's Agent in 2026
Christine Mcconville
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 834-0538
4 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Rita Lu
Seller's Agent in 2018
Rita Lu
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(617) 512-9821
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
TM
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Todd Minichiello
Lifestyle Real Estate, LLC
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73454254
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002593-000008
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