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473 Beacon Street # 5, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • Back Bay
$538,500
Est. $3,574/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
535
Sq Ft
$1,007
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
119
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 20, 2016 • MLS# 72069922 Copied!

About this home

The Back Bay West neighborhood is a very sought after location near many public transportation options and the Charles River bike path and walking paths and sailing. Direct access to many fine universities,institutes, colleges, and schools, M I T, Harvard, B U, Berklee, N E C, N E O, Emerson, and Suffolk to name a few. This sturdy brownstone has a brand new roof. An in unit washer and dryer may be installed. This pet friendly lovely condo with french doors and very high ceilings with spacious living dining area with a workable fireplace is a perfect home and fantastic rental property. This is a great Back Bay investment. Make your viewing appointment now.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner 483-66 TOWERS LLC
Mailing Address 534 COMMONWEALTH AV #7-E, BOSTON, MA, 02215

Land Use

Use Code 108
Description N/A

Tax Information

Assessed Value $91,000
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $936
CPA Surcharge 1% ($0)
Estimated Annual Tax $936

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $91,000 $91,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Sep 29, 2022 $1 68256/126
Nov 19, 2021 $588,000 66702/334
Jun 15, 2021 $1 65685/29
Mar 1, 2017 $538,500 57621/105
Jan 1, 2017 $9 33333/333
May 1, 2014 $465,000 52927/101
Sep 10, 2013 $9 52091/180
Jun 10, 2013 $449,000 51587/042
Jun 7, 2012 $9 49633/205
Jan 6, 1999 $147,000 23305/271

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
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
535 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $545,000
Final Sale Price: $538,500
Difference: $6,500 (-1.2%)
Performance Metrics
98.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
119
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,019
Sale $/sq ft: $1,007
This property sold for $1,007 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.2% below the original asking price.

At 119 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,007/sq ft
Area Average
$269/sq ft
Difference
+274.8%

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 1880
Living Area 535 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Steam, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Off-site
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,715
Assessed Value $428,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Off-Site
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Rowhouse, Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

473 Beacon Street # 5, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

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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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.9 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
Park Street School
0.9 mi
Grades K-07
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 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
Advent School
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.1 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
The Winsor School
1.2 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 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
2.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.3 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.9 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
1.4 mi
Edwards Middle
2.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.1 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
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.3 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.4 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.4 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.5 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
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.8 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Market Insights

99.3%
Price Range
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Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73523037
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Currently Listed
May 22, 2026
$3,800
MLS #73523037 - Active
Sold
Mar 1, 2017
$538,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 107
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Listed for Sale
Sep 20, 2016
$545,000
Original listing
Agent: George Higgins Office: New Wave Boston Real Estate, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 22, 2026 Sold $3,800
Sep 20, 2016 New Listing Added $545,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
119 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,007

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $4,715 $428,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,715
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$258
Monthly
Assessed Value
$428,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent George Higgins
Listing Office New Wave Boston Real Estate, LLC
Agent MLS ID BB700472
Office MLS ID AC0155
Listing Data Updated Mar 9, 2017 12:37 PM EST
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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