$799,000
SOLD JUN 13, 2025

255 Beacon St Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
653 Sq Ft
$448/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,224 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 5-minute walk to Copley Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of June 2025

Ideally located in a premiere elevator building within the heart of Back Bay, this designer finished 1-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of elegance, style and convenience. Greeted by a gracious foyer complete w/ coat closet, there is no shortage of charm and detail throughout. The spacious living room centers around a decorative fireplace with built-ins, offering ample room for both seating and a dining area. The kitchen includes updated appliances and an abundance of both cabinet storage + counter space. The well proportioned bedroom is directly across from the full bathroom, offering two generously sized closets. Additional features include hardwood floors, recessed lighting, newly installed AC & extra private storage. Elevator building w/ professional management & a beautiful common roof deck. Just steps from the Esplanade & all the shops/restaurants that Back Bay has to offer, you don't want to miss the opportunity to live in one of Boston's most sought-after locations!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Robinette Team

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 04/15/2025

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Curran Robinette

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Ray Durling

Leading Edge Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,948

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

HOA Fees

  • $448 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 653 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4759262

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 24 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • 255 Beacon Condominium Community

Amenities

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

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,948

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$448 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Partially Below Grade)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 653
  • Living Area: 653
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • MAIN SO: AN4643

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s), Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 448.07
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4759262
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3947.91

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 24
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2025
Closed on
Jun 13, 2025
Sold by
Wilsterman Sarah and Wilsterman Eric J
Bought by
Hanson Jennifer and Hanson Thomas
Seller's Agent
The Robinette Team
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ray Durling
Leading Edge Real Estate
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$799,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,000
-3.15%
Views
21
Current Estimated Value
$787,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$11,100
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.27%
Original Mortgage
$449,000
Outstanding Balance
$447,049
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$340,851

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2021
Closed on
Aug 24, 2021
Sold by
Reyelt Rebecca S
Bought by
Wilsterman Sarah and Wilsterman Eric J
Seller's Agent
richard golembeski
Baron Associates
Buyer's Agent
Robin Copeland
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
List Price
$660,000
Sold Price
$680,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
3.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.37%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $799,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $799,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $680,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $680,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $449,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $449,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Sold $799,000 0.0% $1,224 / Sq Ft
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Pending -- -- --
05/06/2025 05/06/25 Price Changed $799,000 -3.2% $1,224 / Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 For Sale $825,000 +21.3% $1,263 / Sq Ft
09/07/2021 09/07/21 Sold $680,000 +3.0% $1,041 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/15/2021 07/15/21 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2021 07/08/21 For Sale $660,000 0.0% $1,011 / Sq Ft
04/15/2016 04/15/16 Rented $1,900 -2.6% --
03/09/2016 03/09/16 For Rent $1,950 -- --
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 $7,905 $682,600 $0 $682,600
2024 $7,445 $683,000 $0 $683,000
2023 $6,986 $650,500 $0 $650,500
2022 $6,939 $637,800 $0 $637,800
2021 $6,805 $637,800 $0 $637,800
2020 $6,417 $607,700 $0 $607,700
2019 $6,277 $595,500 $0 $595,500
2018 $5,887 $561,700 $0 $561,700
2017 $5,719 $540,000 $0 $540,000
2016 $5,552 $504,700 $0 $504,700
2015 $4,620 $381,500 $0 $381,500
2014 $4,277 $340,000 $0 $340,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73360155

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002681-000001