
280 Beacon St Unit 65 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated payment $11,726/month
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.
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
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
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 |
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 | -- |
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 |
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