Jennifer Schneider
Century 21 Elite Realty
(781) 549-9402
105 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$2,594,000 Price
263 Beacon St Unit 3 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,077,000 - $1,303,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
970
Sq Ft
970
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Medical Services
- 5-minute walk to Copley Station
- 2 Fireplaces
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- Property is near public transit and schools
- 2-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall
About This Home
As of April 2026Sunny floor-through 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence with tall ceilings and refined detail throughout. The spacious living and dining room is illuminated by oversized windows, flooding the home with natural light, while custom built-ins surround an ornate decorative fireplace. The fully outfitted kitchen has a dishwasher and pass-through opening that enhances light and flow. A generous walk-in closet at the entry offers exceptional storage for coats, shoes, and luggage. The bathroom features dual pocket doors, built-in shelving, and a sleek stand-up shower. The primary bedroom showcases a tall window, custom built-in shelves and drawers, and a decorative fireplace, while the second bedroom/office offers flexibility. IN UNIT WASHER AND DRYER complete this home. Set in a charming Back Bay brownstone with an original millwork lobby, moments from the Esplanade, Green Line, and some of Back Bay’s best dining and shopping. Nearby rental parking available. Small dogs considered.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 03/25/2026
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Condo Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- 1890
Lot Details
- 970
Home Design
- Entry on the 3rd floor
Interior Spaces
- 970 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Additional Features
- Property is near public transit and schools
- No Cooling
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $4,800
- Rent includes water, sewer
- Assessor Parcel Number 3351302
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Dogs Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2022
Closed on
Jul 6, 2022
Sold by
Hu Lissy
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Beacon Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$1,155,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.43%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$34,675
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.71%
Original Mortgage
$924,000
Outstanding Balance
$866,105
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$323,570
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 20, 2015
Closed on
Dec 22, 2015
Sold by
Wood Joan
Bought by
Hu Lissy
Seller's Agent
David Shin
Kenmore Properties Boston
Buyer's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$785,000
Sold Price
$785,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.07%
Original Mortgage
$628,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 2004
Sold by
Pierce Jeffrey
Bought by
Wood Joan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 8, 2004
Sold by
Ames Abby
Bought by
Pierce Jeffrey
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1989
Sold by
Kennedy Robert
Bought by
Ames Abby
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 1987
Sold by
Barrett Diana
Bought by
Kennedy R E
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Back Bay, MA
-
Jennifer Schneider
-
Georgia Balafas
Georgia Balafas
Corcoran Property Advisors
(781) 645-4693
55 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$2,400,000 Price
-
Wei Wang
Wei Wang
WW Real Estate LLC
(351) 666-8861
77 Total Sales
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$760,000 Price
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Christine Rocha
Christine Rocha
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(339) 210-1740
55 Total Sales
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$1,165,000 Price
-
C. Devon Holden
C. Devon Holden
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(857) 380-1194
15 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$695K - $1.4M Price Range
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David Cody
David Cody
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(774) 458-9462
11 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$1.1M - $2.5M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,155,000 | None Available | ||
| Hu Lissy | $785,000 | -- | |
| Wood Joan | $519,000 | -- | |
| Pierce Jeffrey | $390,000 | -- | |
| Ames Abby | $215,000 | -- | |
| Kennedy R E | $205,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | -- | $924,000 | |
| Closed | Fiascone Stephen | $599,500 | |
| Previous Owner | -- | $628,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wood Joan C | $250,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2026 04/22/26 | Rented | $5,000 | +4.2% | -- | |
| 04/01/2026 04/01/26 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/25/2026 03/25/26 | For Rent | $4,800 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/08/2022 07/08/22 | Sold | $1,155,000 | +0.4% | $1,191 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/25/2022 04/25/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/21/2022 04/21/22 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | 0.0% | $1,186 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/10/2020 10/10/20 | Rented | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 10/07/2020 10/07/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/17/2020 09/17/20 | Price Changed | $3,000 | -14.3% | $3 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/06/2020 08/06/20 | Price Changed | $3,500 | -9.1% | $4 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/13/2020 07/13/20 | Price Changed | $3,850 | -3.8% | $4 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/21/2020 06/21/20 | For Rent | $4,000 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 08/01/2019 08/01/19 | Rented | $4,000 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/29/2019 07/29/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/15/2019 07/15/19 | For Rent | $4,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $10,512 | $907,800 | $0 | $907,800 |
| 2024 | $9,895 | $907,800 | $0 | $907,800 |
| 2023 | $9,285 | $864,500 | $0 | $864,500 |
| 2022 | $9,222 | $847,600 | $0 | $847,600 |
| 2021 | $9,044 | $847,600 | $0 | $847,600 |
| 2020 | $8,263 | $782,500 | $0 | $782,500 |
| 2019 | $8,083 | $766,900 | $0 | $766,900 |
| 2018 | $7,580 | $723,300 | $0 | $723,300 |
| 2017 | $7,364 | $695,400 | $0 | $695,400 |
| 2016 | $6,894 | $626,700 | $0 | $626,700 |
| 2015 | $7,383 | $609,700 | $0 | $609,700 |
| 2014 | $6,836 | $543,400 | $0 | $543,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rebecca Check
RC
Landlord's Agent in 2026
Rebecca Check
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(781) 258-7795
-
Paul Whaley
Seller's Agent in 2022
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 460-4238
37 in this area
292 Total Sales
-
Beacon Group
BG
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Beacon Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
(617) 480-5480
3 in this area
59 Total Sales
-
Lilly Slatkin
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Lilly Slatkin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(508) 523-6347
12 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
The Moving Great Boston Team
TB
Buyer's Agent in 2020
The Moving Great Boston Team
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
(617) 682-9661
3 in this area
201 Total Sales
-
KP
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Karyn Pellow
Donnelly + Co.
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73491885
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002675-000006
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