$4,995,000
$355K PRICE DROP

172 Beacon St Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $35,181/month

Total Views 6,592
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,240 Sq Ft
$1,542 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • River View
  • Custom Closet System
  • 3-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

Premier floor-through residence on Waterside Beacon w/ concierge & direct elevator access. In an elegant Georgian Revival building w/ live-in superintendent, this 3+ bedroom 3.5 bath home offers ample exposures w/ stunning Charles River views. The meticulously designed 3240ft floorplan provides the perfect space for both everyday life & formal entertaining. Grand foyer leads to the expansive LR, stately DR & sun-splashed study (or 4th bedroom), each w/ wood burning fireplace. The gorgeous open plan chef's kitchen w/ adjoining family & dining areas anchors the heart of the home. Sophisticated south facing primary features dual closets & elegant en suite bath. Two additional large bedrooms, two full baths, powder room, laundry room, butler & food pantries. The sweeping common roof deck provides a breathtaking Esplanade & skyline panorama w/ multiple dining areas. Private storage room & one parking space included. Unparalleled Back Bay location just a stone's throw from the Public Garden.

Listing Agent

Currier, Lane & Young

Compass Listed on: 09/03/2025

Compass

Co-Listing Agent

Nick Schmalensee

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $52,424

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

HOA Fees

  • $4,434 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • River
  • City

Home Design

  • Entry on the 5th floor
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,240 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Wired For Sound
  • Crown Molding
  • Light Fixtures
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Utility Room with Study Area

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Internet Available

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Deck

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3352627

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
  • 10 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$52,424

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$4,434 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Half, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Archway, Bathroom, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Study, Foyer, Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Crown Molding
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Crown Molding, Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom 3 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Wet Bar, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Window Seat
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, First Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3240
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Living Area: 3240
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, City View(s)
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Roof: Rubber
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 4434.21
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - On Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3352627
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 52423.5

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 10
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: River

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Source: Public Records

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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 $55,900 $4,827,300 $0 $4,827,300
2024 $48,720 $4,469,700 $0 $4,469,700
2023 $44,675 $4,159,700 $0 $4,159,700
2022 $44,809 $4,118,500 $0 $4,118,500
2021 $43,944 $4,118,500 $0 $4,118,500
2020 $45,250 $4,285,000 $0 $4,285,000
2019 $44,271 $4,200,300 $0 $4,200,300
2018 $41,541 $3,963,800 $0 $3,963,800
2017 $40,369 $3,812,000 $0 $3,812,000
2016 $34,513 $3,137,500 $0 $3,137,500
2015 $34,658 $2,861,900 $0 $2,861,900
2014 $33,342 $2,650,400 $0 $2,650,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/17/2025 09/17/25 Price Changed $4,995,000 -6.6% $1,542 / Sq Ft
09/03/2025 09/03/25 For Sale $5,350,000 -- $1,651 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Deed $2,350,000 --
Deed $1,200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $615,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $1,527,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $600,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73424872

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002597-000008