$5,350,000
OPEN SAT 11:30AM - 1PM

172 Beacon St Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $38,607/month

Total Views 217
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,240 Sq Ft
$1,651 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • River View
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

Premier floor-through residence on Waterside Beacon w/ doorman & 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 3240 ft floorplan provides the perfect space for both everyday life & formal entertaining. Grand foyer leads to the expansive LR, stately DR & sun-splashed study, 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

Compass

Co-Listing Agent

Nick Schmalensee

Compass

Open House Schedule

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

  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,240 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wired For Sound
  • 2 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

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

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3352628

Community Details

Overview

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

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Elevator

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
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Wired for Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3240
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Living Area: 3240
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1651.23
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1651.23

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
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • 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)
  • Association Fee: 4434.21
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 4
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - On Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3352628
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 08
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 52423.5
  • Tax Book Number: 68838

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 10
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 10
  • Waterview: River

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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 Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2025 05/21/25 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 $600,000 No Value Available
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

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73378390

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002597-000008