NOT LISTED FOR SALE

280 Beacon St Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $690,000 - $747,095

1 Bed
1 Bath
685 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 30, 2026

Last sale price $675,000 $985 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,149 / mo

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • River View
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of January 2026

Perfectly positioned in the heart of Back Bay at corner of Exeter Street is a thoughtfully designed 685 Square Foot 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath condo. Building and Unit Features: Elevator to spectacular common ROOF DECK with breathtaking Charles River views, on-site Superintendent, updated kitchen opens seamlessly to a spacious living and designated dining area with refinished hardwood floors and high ceilings, creating an inviting flow. A sleek modern bathroom with glass shower, large deeded private storage unit, meticulously maintained building, as well as same floor common laundry facilities. On-site rental parking is available for unit owners (waitlist may apply). Just one block from the Fairfield footbridge to the Esplanade and minutes to Newbury Street, this Back Bay gem combines timeless charm with urban sophistication. Building is currently at rental capacity. On Site Bike Storage and more!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Dickerson

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 10/06/2025

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Morgan Franklin

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,902

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 871

HOA Fees

  • $597 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 685 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • River Views

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02641 S:001,3351112

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 33 Units
  • Mid-Rise Community

Amenities

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

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,902

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

871 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$597 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 685
  • Living Area: 685
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 597
  • 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
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02641 S:001,3351112
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 685
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7902

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 33
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: River

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 6, 2025
Closed on
Jan 30, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Beth Dickerson
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Morgan Franklin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-3.43%
Views
171
Current Estimated Value
$723,524

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$48,524
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.56%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 12, 2016
Closed on
Oct 14, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joe Delaney
Keller Williams Realty Boston South West
Buyer's Agent
Amy Goldberg
Compass
List Price
$685,000
Sold Price
$655,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-4.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.32%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$675,000 --
$655,000 --
$366,000 --
$2,500,000 --
$261,000 --
$166,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $236,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/30/2026 01/30/26 Sold $675,000 -3.4% $985 / Sq Ft
12/24/2025 12/24/25 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2025 10/06/25 For Sale $699,000 +6.7% $1,020 / Sq Ft
10/14/2016 10/14/16 Sold $655,000 -2.1% $956 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Pending -- -- --
09/23/2016 09/23/16 Price Changed $669,000 -2.3% $977 / Sq Ft
08/12/2016 08/12/16 For Sale $685,000 -- $1,000 / 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 $7,319 $632,000 $0 $632,000
2024 $6,381 $585,400 $0 $585,400
2023 $6,158 $573,400 $0 $573,400
2022 $6,178 $567,800 $0 $567,800
2021 $6,058 $567,800 $0 $567,800
2020 $6,418 $607,800 $0 $607,800
2019 $6,280 $595,800 $0 $595,800
2018 $5,892 $562,200 $0 $562,200
2017 $5,324 $502,700 $0 $502,700
2016 $5,121 $465,500 $0 $465,500
2015 $4,664 $385,100 $0 $385,100
2014 $4,486 $356,600 $0 $356,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Beth Dickerson

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Beth Dickerson

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 510-8565

    42 in this area

    96 Total Sales

    Beth Dickerson
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  • Morgan Franklin

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Morgan Franklin

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 266-4430

    11 in this area

    97 Total Sales

    Morgan Franklin
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    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Joe Delaney

    Keller Williams Realty Boston South West

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  • Amy Goldberg

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Amy Goldberg

    Compass

    (617) 206-3333

    2 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Amy Goldberg
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73440132

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002641-000001

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

280 Beacon St Unit 1, Boston, MA

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