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261 Beacon St # 21, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116
$3,350
Est. $217/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
535
Sq Ft
$6
Price/Sq Ft
0
Lot Sq Ft
1886
Year Built
Condominium
Type
2
Days on Market
Active Listed Mar 13, 2026 • MLS# 73486658 Copied!

About this home

This bright, front-facing one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in the heart of Back Bay is located on the second floor of a classic brownstone and beautifully combines historic character with modern updates. The open kitchen is equipped with a gas range and large windows overlooking Beacon Street. The generous living area features 10-foot ceilings, a decorative fireplace, and hardwood and tile flooring. The bedroom offers excellent storage with three closets and en-suite bathroom. Ductless air conditioning provides year-round comfort. Residents also enjoy access to a common roof deck with stunning views of the city skyline and the Charles River. Heat and hot water are included, and laundry is available in the building. Unit was just painted.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner CO JONATHAN ALVIN G
Mailing Address 261 BEACON ST #23, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Mid Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $534,400
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,499
CPA Surcharge 1% ($45)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,544

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $554,500 $554,500 —

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 1,886 1,886 ✓
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
535 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Entry Level
2

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Year Built 1886
Living Area 535 sq ft
Lot Size 0.00
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Steam
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
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 None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Financial

HOA Yes

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1886
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
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, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area

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Neighborhood

261 Beacon St # 21, 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
0.5 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
0.9 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
1.6 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
Mother Caroline Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
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
1.5 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
1.6 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
Meridian Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Mar 13, 2026
$3,350
Original listing
Agent: Laura Hughes Office: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 13, 2026 New Listing Added $3,350 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
2 days
Price per Sq Ft
$6

Tax History

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Listing Information

Listing Agent Laura Hughes
Listing Office Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Agent MLS ID CN235540
Office MLS ID BB5984
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