RENTED MAY 15, 2026

473 Beacon St Unit 8 Boston, MA 02115

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,598,000 - $1,936,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,537 Sq Ft
9,999 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 6, 2017

Last sale price $1,415,000 $921 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,778 / mo

Highlights

  • 9,999 Sq Ft lot
  • 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • Property is near public transit
  • Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of May 2026

Sunny fully furnished Penthouse on Beacon street. This property offers, 2 beds + office or nursery, 2 private decks with views, direct access parking & AC. The property is tastefully furnished and fully equipped. The lower floor is an open concept living/dining room with a beautiful custom silk wall and built-in cabinets. Nicely updated kitchen fully equipped. There’s a half bath and a large storage closet on this floor as well. A staircase brings you to an upper-level family room that is generously lit by a skylight and windows. Large private deck off the family room that provides panoramic views of the Back Bay skyline. The master bedroom has two closets, an ensuite bath and a private balcony. There is a large second bedroom plus another room that would work as an office or nursery. In-unit laundry and one direct access parking space are included. Great Back Bay location, shopping, highways and public transportation.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Melanie Collard

Compass Listed on: 04/17/2026

Compass

Last Renter's Agent

Kim Clark

Leading Edge Real Estate

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1895

Lot Details

  • 9,999

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,537 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Additional Features

  • Property is near public transit
  • Cooling Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $7,900
  • Property Available on 6/15/26
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer
  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03648 S:018,3349255

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1895

Lot Details

9,999 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • Available Date: 2026-06-15
  • Lease Term: Lease Terms(12),Term of Rental(12+)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 7900

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • MLSPIN_PET_RESTRICTIONS_ALLOW: Pets Negotiable
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1537
  • Living Area: 1537
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • MAIN SO: AN4643

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Balcony
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03648 S:018,3349255
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9999
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$1,734,620

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 11, 2016
Closed on
Jan 6, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Melanie Gagnier
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
Buyer's Agent
Paul Stec
Matthew J. Dunn
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,415,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,000
-5.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 1994
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 1990
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
-- None Available
$1,415,000 --
$512,000 --
$348,500 --
$367,500 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/15/2026 05/15/26 Rented $7,900 0.0% --
04/21/2026 04/21/26 Under Contract -- -- --
04/17/2026 04/17/26 For Rent $7,900 +21.5% --
12/14/2021 12/14/21 Rented $6,500 0.0% --
10/29/2021 10/29/21 Under Contract -- -- --
10/21/2021 10/21/21 For Rent $6,500 0.0% --
01/06/2017 01/06/17 Sold $1,415,000 -2.3% $921 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/07/2016 12/07/16 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2016 12/01/16 Price Changed $1,449,000 -3.3% $943 / Sq Ft
10/11/2016 10/11/16 For Sale $1,499,000 -- $975 / 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 $15,926 $1,375,300 $0 $1,375,300
2024 $15,063 $1,381,900 $0 $1,381,900
2023 $15,705 $1,462,300 $0 $1,462,300
2022 $15,598 $1,433,600 $0 $1,433,600
2021 $15,297 $1,433,600 $0 $1,433,600
2020 $14,553 $1,378,100 $0 $1,378,100
2019 $14,235 $1,350,600 $0 $1,350,600
2018 $12,823 $1,223,600 $0 $1,223,600
2017 $12,457 $1,176,300 $0 $1,176,300
2016 $12,093 $1,099,400 $0 $1,099,400
2015 $11,813 $975,500 $0 $975,500
2014 $9,999 $794,800 $0 $794,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Landlord's Agent in 2026

    Melanie Collard

    Compass

    (617) 767-6362

    1 in this area

    22 Total Sales

    Melanie Collard
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  • Kim Clark

    Tenant's Agent in 2026

    Kim Clark

    Leading Edge Real Estate

    (617) 910-6895

    7 Total Sales

    Kim Clark
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  • Peter J Galipault

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Peter J Galipault

    Compass

    (617) 549-2676

    14 Total Sales

    Peter J Galipault
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  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Melanie Gagnier

    Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

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  • P

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Paul Stec

    Matthew J. Dunn

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73503648

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003648-000018

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

473 Beacon St Unit 8, Boston, MA

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