NOT LISTED FOR SALE

492 Beacon St Unit 56 Boston, MA 02115

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,143,000 - $2,558,117

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,445 Sq Ft
1,307 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 22, 2023

Last sale price $2,450,000 $1,696 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $17,330 / mo

128 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • Waterfront
  • Boston Latin School Rated A+
  • River View
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of December 2023

Rarely available corner 3 bedroom in one of Boston's most desirable full service boutique residential buildings. This sun-filled home with 3 exposures features a spacious living/dining area with sweeping views of the city and of the Charles River. The updated kitchen has granite countertops, wood cabinets, Bosch appliances and Sub-Zero refrigerator. All 3 bedrooms are well proportioned and look down into the building's gorgeous landscaped garden (3rd bedroom currently used as a study). The 2 bathrooms are newly renovated and well appointed. Church Court, designed by Graham Gund, is a well managed building offering 24/7 concierge, newly upgraded elevator, landscaped common interior courtyard and private extra storage. One direct access full garage space (#3) and one outside space (also #3) under camera are included. Building has a strict "no pet" policy. A+ location easy walking distance to the Esplanade, Fenway Park for outdoor activities, Cambridge and all the Back Bay has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Whaley

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 07/06/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Boston Real Estate Group

Compass

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,262

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $2,127 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Assigned Parking

Property Views

  • River
  • City

Home Design

  • Entry on the 5th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,445 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Light Fixtures
  • Bay Window

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Custom Closet System
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heat Pump System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03692 S:058,3349397

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, security, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 37 Units
  • Mid-Rise Community
  • Church Court Community

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Community Garden
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,262

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

1,307 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$2,127 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Main
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 1445
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Garden, Professional Landscaping
  • Common Walls: Corner
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, River
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Storage, Assigned
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Concierge
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage, Garden Area
  • Association Fee: 2127
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03692 S:058,3349397
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1445
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 15262

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 37
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • Waterview: River, Walk to

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 6, 2023
Closed on
Dec 19, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Boston Real Estate Group
Compass
List Price
$2,695,000
Sold Price
$2,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-9.09%
Views
171
Current Estimated Value
$2,411,779

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$38,221
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.61%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$499,000
Interest Rate
4.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2005
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
$2,450,000 None Available
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-- --
$1,230,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $499,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/22/2023 12/22/23 Sold $2,450,000 -1.8% $1,696 / Sq Ft
11/12/2023 11/12/23 Pending -- -- --
11/09/2023 11/09/23 Price Changed $2,495,000 -7.4% $1,727 / Sq Ft
07/06/2023 07/06/23 For Sale $2,695,000 -- $1,865 / 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 $26,113 $2,255,000 $0 $2,255,000
2024 $15,810 $1,450,500 $0 $1,450,500
2023 $15,262 $1,421,000 $0 $1,421,000
2022 $15,307 $1,406,900 $0 $1,406,900
2021 $16,867 $1,580,800 $0 $1,580,800
2020 $15,752 $1,491,700 $0 $1,491,700
2019 $15,413 $1,462,300 $0 $1,462,300
2018 $14,461 $1,379,900 $0 $1,379,900
2017 $14,054 $1,327,100 $0 $1,327,100
2016 $13,517 $1,228,800 $0 $1,228,800
2015 $13,728 $1,133,600 $0 $1,133,600
2014 $12,513 $994,700 $0 $994,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Paul Whaley

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Paul Whaley

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 460-4238

    38 in this area

    304 Total Sales

    Paul Whaley
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Boston Real Estate Group

    Compass

    (802) 779-4705

    16 in this area

    184 Total Sales

    Boston Real Estate Group
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73133038

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003692-000058

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

492 Beacon St Unit 56, Boston, MA

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