255 Beacon St # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$799,000
Est. $5,017/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
653
Sq Ft
$1,224
Price/Sq Ft
1939
Year Built
35
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 16, 2025 • MLS# 73360155 Copied!

About this home

Ideally located in a premiere elevator building within the heart of Back Bay, this designer finished 1-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of elegance, style and convenience. Greeted by a gracious foyer complete w/ coat closet, there is no shortage of charm and detail throughout. The spacious living room centers around a decorative fireplace with built-ins, offering ample room for both seating and a dining area. The kitchen includes updated appliances and an abundance of both cabinet storage + counter space. The well proportioned bedroom is directly across from the full bathroom, offering two generously sized closets. Additional features include hardwood floors, recessed lighting, newly installed AC & extra private storage. Elevator building w/ professional management & a beautiful common roof deck. Just steps from the Esplanade & all the shops/restaurants that Back Bay has to offer, you don't want to miss the opportunity to live in one of Boston's most sought-after locations!

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1939
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
653 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $825,000
Final Sale Price: $799,000
Difference: $26,000 (-3.2%)
Performance Metrics
96.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
35
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,263
Sale $/sq ft: $1,224
This property sold for $1,224 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 35 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 12 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,224/sq ft
Area Average
$596/sq ft
Difference
+105.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1939
Living Area 653 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Wall Unit(s), Ductless
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $3,948
Assessed Value $682,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1939
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Wall Unit(s), Ductless
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

255 Beacon St # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
The Learning Project
< 0.1 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.4 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.7 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 mi | #772 of 824 | Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
St. John Elementary School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.3 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.7 mi
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.6 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.9 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.1 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.6 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
3.0 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Market Insights

37
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 13, 2025
$799,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 37
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Listed for Sale
Apr 16, 2025
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: The Robinette Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 16, 2025 New Listing Added $799,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
35 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,224

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $3,948 $682,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,948
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$448
Monthly
Assessed Value
$682,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Robinette Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM358887
Office MLS ID BB5919
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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