40 Joy St # 9, Boston MA 02114
Boston, MA 02114 • Beacon Hill
$2,099,000
$1,999,000
Est. $12,569/month
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About this home
Rarely available 3 bed, 2 bath converted carriage house condo on one of Beacon Hill’s most charming streets. Tucked away at 40 Joy Street, this unique home offers the rare combination of privacy, outdoor space, and convenient first-floor living. A standout feature is the direct step-out access to a private patio and beautifully landscaped garden seating area surrounded by mature trees and plantings — a true urban retreat in the heart of the city. The spacious living room features an oversized bay window, custom built-ins, and a fireplace for a warm, inviting feel. The kitchen offers beautiful cabinetry, hidden panel appliances, oversized island seating, and adjacent dining space. Spacious bi-level bedrooms provide abundant closet space and flexibility for a home office or gym. The primary suite includes custom built-ins, a walk-in closet, and en-suite bath. Laundry room and additional deded storage unit. Moments from Charles Street, the Public Garden, MGH, restaurants & coffee shops.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
24.7%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Jul 26, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Jun 9, 2026
$1,999,000
$100,000
(-4.76%)
From $2,099,000 to $1,999,000 (-4.8%)
Showing Instructions Updated
May 23, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
May 14, 2026
$2,099,000
Original listing
Agent: The Avenue
Office: Serhant
Previous Transaction - MLS #72015521
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 15, 2016
$1,580,000
MLS #72015521
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/26/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/09/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,999,000 | $100,000 | - | From $2,099,000 to $1,999,000 (-4.8%) |
| 05/23/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 05/14/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,099,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/15/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,580,000 | - | - | MLS #72015521 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,784 | $1,794,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$20,784
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$529
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,794,800
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1865
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Patio - Enclosed
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio - Enclosed
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$20,784
Assessed Value
$1,794,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$529 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
8
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Buyer And Buyer Agent To Perform Their Own Due Diligence And Verify All Information.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building
9
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
73 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1865
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
2
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,400 sq ft above grade
FeaturesWindow(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio - Enclosed
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1865
Effective Year (Renovated):
1984
Structure Type:
Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heat Pump
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio - Enclosed
Patio & Porch:
Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Advent School
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.4 mi
Grades K-07
St. John Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
The Learning Project
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.7 mi
|
#48 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Kingsley Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.2 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
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#589 of 824
|
Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
1.3 mi
|
#85 of 352
|
Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.3 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.9 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
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.4 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
3.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.6 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.0 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
Edwards Middle
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
High Schools
10 schools
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
Newman School
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.3 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.4 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.1 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.4 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.4 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.4 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
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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.2 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
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Beacon Hill
40 Joy St # 9, Boston MA 02114
Boston, MA 02114
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Avenue
Listing Office
Serhant
Office Phone
617-250-0559
Agent MLS ID
TM362839
Office MLS ID
AN9455
Listing Data Updated
Jul 26, 2026 2:03 PM EDT
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