$2,600,000
SOLD JUL 17, 2026

179 Beacon St Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,742 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 17, 2026

$1,493 Per Sq Ft

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Brownstone
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Marble Flooring

About This Home

As of July 2026

Elegant Back Bay Parlor duplex located less than 2 blocks from Boston's Public Garden - current owner has been meticulous in maintaining and improving this gracious property with private outdoor space and direct access parking. Enter from a private, main entrance into this stunning home with 11' ceilings, ample recessed lighting, multiple French doors and beautiful designer fixtures. Large living area includes bay window, extensive moldings and working gas fireplace. Lower level includes a large Master Suite complete with patio access, gas fireplace and spacious dressing room with extensive built-in closets. Second bedroom has built in storage, as well as a custom walk-in closet. Both bathrooms have beautiful marble vanities and matching marble floors with radiant heat. Dedicated closet for a washer & dryer and additional hall storage, make this home that lives as well as it looks. Minutes to Beacon Hill, MGH, MIT and area Tech companies. Private showings only - very easy to schedule.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Heather Olin

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 06/11/2026

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Co-Listed By

Anthony Menounos

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Anne McMullen

Stuart St James, Inc.

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,138

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

HOA Fees

  • $650 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Bay Window
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Radiant Floor
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom located in the basement
  • Dressing Area
  • Double Vanity
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Fenced Yard
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02737 S:002,3352768

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, trash
  • 5 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,138

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

1,742 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$650 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse, Brownstone, Duplex
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Front,Walkout)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Basement
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Cable Hookup, Wainscoting
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Balcony / Deck, Dressing Room, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Basement
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Marble
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 942
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 800
  • Living Area: 1742
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • MAIN SO: AC1022

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio - Enclosed
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Range
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom, Security System
  • Water Source: Public
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 650
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Trash

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02737 S:002,3352768
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1742
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 20138

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 5
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2016
Closed on
Apr 25, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Tracy Campion
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Heather Olin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$2,060,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
1.94%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 1993
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 1990
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $2,100,000 --
Deed $1,046,000 --
Deed $665,000 --
Deed $475,000 --
Deed $410,000 --
Deed $390,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $7,845,000 No Value Available
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/17/2026 07/17/26 Sold $2,600,000 0.0% $1,493 / Sq Ft
07/07/2026 07/07/26 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2026 06/11/26 For Sale $2,600,000 +23.8% $1,493 / Sq Ft
04/25/2016 04/25/16 Sold $2,100,000 +1.9% $1,206 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/10/2016 03/10/16 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2016 03/07/16 For Sale $2,060,000 -- $1,183 / Sq Ft
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 $20,138 $1,739,000 $0 $1,739,000
2024 $18,955 $1,739,000 $0 $1,739,000
2023 $17,788 $1,656,200 $0 $1,656,200
2022 $17,666 $1,623,700 $0 $1,623,700
2021 $17,325 $1,623,700 $0 $1,623,700
2020 $17,383 $1,646,100 $0 $1,646,100
2019 $17,004 $1,613,300 $0 $1,613,300
2018 $15,947 $1,521,700 $0 $1,521,700
2017 $14,028 $1,324,600 $0 $1,324,600
2016 $13,617 $1,237,900 $0 $1,237,900
2015 $14,675 $1,211,800 $0 $1,211,800
2014 $13,249 $1,053,200 $0 $1,053,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73534250

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002737-000002

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