$1,719,000
$171K PRICE DROP

280 Beacon St Unit 65 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $11,726/month

Total Views 1,284,124
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,286 Sq Ft
$1,337 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • River View
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

Sophisticated WATER-VIEW home WITH A FRESH NEW LOOK! This stunning condo offers an open-concept kitchen, living & dining area with breathtaking views of the Charles River & Cambridge skyline. Take the elevator to floor 6; enter the chef-inspired kitchen, ideal for entertaining w/a sprawling island, high-end appliances, ample cabinetry, &elegant granite countertops. Custom built-ins add both charm & generous storage throughout the main living space. Wake up to sweeping views in the front-facing primary bedroom, complete with two closets, a cozy reading nook, and a private en-suite bath. The second bedroom is spacious &bright, also with an en-suite bath and sleek glass shower. A beautifully maintained common rooftop deck offers a front-row seat to the river and city beyond. Enjoy unbeatable proximity to the Esplanade, Newbury St, Boston Common, Copley Square, and the Prudential Center. Convenient access to mass transit, elevator building, on-site super. Sorry, no dogs permitted.

Listing Agent

Barbara Wales

Engel & Volkers Newton Listed on: 04/15/2025

Engel & Volkers Newton

Co-Listing Agent

Andrew Wales

Engel & Volkers Newton

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,864

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

HOA Fees

  • $1,123 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Rented or Permit Required

Home Design

  • Entry on the 6th floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,286 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Wood Flooring
  • River Views
  • Intercom
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Bps Elementary And Middle School
  • Bps High School

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02641 S:052,3351091

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, reserve funds
  • 33 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • 280 Beacon Street Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,864

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,123 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Entry Level: 6
  • Year Built Details: Unknown/Mixed
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Kitchen Island
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1286
  • Living Area: 1286
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN4462

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
  • Parking Features: Rented

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 1123
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site, Other (See Remarks)

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02641 S:052,3351091
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1286
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 17864

Multi Family

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

MLS Schools

  • High School: Bps
  • Elementary School: Bps
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bps

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $17,864 $1,542,700 $0 $1,542,700
2024 $15,224 $1,396,700 $0 $1,396,700
2023 $14,694 $1,368,200 $0 $1,368,200
2022 $14,739 $1,354,700 $0 $1,354,700
2021 $14,455 $1,354,700 $0 $1,354,700
2020 $15,066 $1,426,700 $0 $1,426,700
2019 $14,740 $1,398,500 $0 $1,398,500
2018 $13,832 $1,319,800 $0 $1,319,800
2017 $12,698 $1,199,100 $0 $1,199,100
2016 $12,213 $1,110,300 $0 $1,110,300
2015 $11,739 $969,400 $0 $969,400
2014 $11,294 $897,800 $0 $897,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/17/2025 09/17/25 Price Changed $1,719,000 -1.5% $1,337 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Price Changed $1,745,000 -2.8% $1,357 / Sq Ft
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Price Changed $1,795,000 0.0% $1,396 / Sq Ft
07/18/2025 07/18/25 For Sale $1,795,000 -1.6% $1,396 / Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Off Market $1,825,000 -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Price Changed $1,825,000 -3.4% $1,419 / Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 For Sale $1,890,000 0.0% $1,470 / Sq Ft
11/07/2023 11/07/23 Rented $6,000 0.0% --
10/24/2023 10/24/23 Under Contract -- -- --
09/21/2023 09/21/23 For Rent $6,000 +17.6% --
06/29/2021 06/29/21 Rented $5,100 -1.9% --
06/21/2021 06/21/21 Under Contract -- -- --
06/01/2021 06/01/21 For Rent $5,200 0.0% --
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Rented $5,200 -3.7% --
08/09/2019 08/09/19 Under Contract -- -- --
07/25/2019 07/25/19 Price Changed $5,400 -10.0% $4 / Sq Ft
07/15/2019 07/15/19 For Rent $6,000 0.0% --
12/19/2016 12/19/16 Sold $1,500,000 0.0% $1,166 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/26/2016 10/26/16 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2016 08/05/16 Price Changed $1,500,000 -9.1% $1,166 / Sq Ft
07/13/2016 07/13/16 For Sale $1,650,000 -- $1,283 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,500,000 --
Quit Claim Deed $1,500,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $850,000 --
Deed $850,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $850,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed $850,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $700,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Barbara Wales

Engel & Volkers Newton

(508) 233-7642

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73360199

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002641-000052