229 Beacon St Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
724
Sq Ft
$481/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- Wood Flooring
- Park
- Rowhouse Architecture
- Patio
- 3-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot
About This Home
As of April 2025Ideally located on a prime block of Beacon Street between Clarendon & Dartmouth, this turnkey Back Bay garden-level one-bedroom home is a must-see! The inviting living room with high ceilings has oversized windows facing south. An original antique cast iron stove adds historic charm. Brand new hardwood floors throughout the unit. Enjoy your private brick patio - perfect for outdoor dining or unwinding. The updated kitchen with gas cooking offers ample cabinet and counter space. Beautiful recently renovated bathroom with a walk-in shower. The common laundry area, located just outside the unit, is rarely used by other owners, offering near-exclusive access. 229 Beacon Street is a pristine, professionally managed, 100% owner-occupied, pet-friendly building. Just steps from Copley Square, Newbury Street, the Public Garden, and the Charles River.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,468
Year Built
- Built in 1890
HOA Fees
- $481 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Rowhouse Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 724 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near public transit
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02693 S:002,3351783
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
- 4 Units
Amenities
- Shops
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Park
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 31, 2017
Closed on
Nov 17, 2017
Sold by
Bennett Patricia A
Bought by
Hartmann Peter and Urooj Seemab
Seller's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Frank Carroll Homes Team
Compass
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-8.18%
Total Days on Market
111
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.79%
Original Mortgage
$495,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $550,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $456,500 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $495,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Sold | $655,000 | -2.2% | $905 / Sq Ft |
| 03/23/2025 03/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/04/2025 03/04/25 | Price Changed | $670,000 | -1.3% | $925 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | Price Changed | $679,000 | -2.3% | $938 / Sq Ft |
| 01/07/2025 01/07/25 | Price Changed | $695,000 | -2.1% | $960 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2024 12/02/24 | For Sale | $710,000 | +29.1% | $981 / Sq Ft |
| 11/17/2017 11/17/17 | Sold | $550,000 | -4.3% | $760 / Sq Ft |
| 10/04/2017 10/04/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/28/2017 09/28/17 | Price Changed | $575,000 | -4.0% | $794 / Sq Ft |
| 07/31/2017 07/31/17 | For Sale | $599,000 | -- | $827 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $6,452 | $557,200 | $0 | $557,200 |
| 2024 | $6,073 | $557,200 | $0 | $557,200 |
| 2023 | $5,700 | $530,700 | $0 | $530,700 |
| 2022 | $5,661 | $520,300 | $0 | $520,300 |
| 2021 | $5,552 | $520,300 | $0 | $520,300 |
| 2020 | $5,800 | $549,200 | $0 | $549,200 |
| 2019 | $5,673 | $538,200 | $0 | $538,200 |
| 2018 | $5,321 | $507,700 | $0 | $507,700 |
| 2017 | $5,169 | $488,100 | $0 | $488,100 |
| 2016 | $5,017 | $456,100 | $0 | $456,100 |
| 2015 | $5,175 | $427,300 | $0 | $427,300 |
| 2014 | $4,790 | $380,800 | $0 | $380,800 |
Source: Public Records
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73316559
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002693-000002
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