48 Beacon St # 1R, Boston MA 02108
Boston, MA 02108 • Beacon Hill
$1,824,900
Est. $12,146/month
About this home
INCREDIBLE two-bedroom duplex ideally positioned directly across from the Boston Common. This elegant residence welcomes you with a grand open-concept living and dining area, showcasing wide-plank hardwood floors, oversized windows, and a beautiful decorative fireplace. The expansive layout offers exceptional flexibility for both everyday living and entertaining. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen features gas cooking, abundant cabinetry, and ample workspace—perfect for the discerning home chef. Upstairs, generously sized bedrooms provide a peaceful retreat, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet. Located just moments from the charm and boutiques of Charles Street, this home offers an unparalleled blend of convenience, style, and location.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
May 7, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
May 5, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Apr 23, 2026
$1,824,900
Original listing
Agent: Christopher Roy
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 05/05/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/23/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,824,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $16,134 | $164,040 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$16,134
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$1,374
Per month
Assessed Value
$164,040
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1930
Living Area
1,448 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Central, Hot Water, Steam, Heat Pump, Ductless
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump, Ductless
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick, Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
Other
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
$16,134
Assessed Value
$164,040
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$1,374
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["High-Rise"]
Unit/Building
1R
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
27 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,448 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
1
Room Details
Other Floor
Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1930
Structure Type:
High-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick, Stone
Roof:
Other
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Hot Water, Steam, Heat Pump, Ductless
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air, Heat Pump, Ductless
Cooling Zones:
3
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:
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
Park Street School
0.2 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.3 mi
Grades K-06
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-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
St. John Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.0 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
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
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.3 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
Condon K-8 School
1.5 mi
|
#345 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
518 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.6 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
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.1 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
3.4 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.5 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.8 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
1.6 mi
UP Academy
1.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.6 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
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.7 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.1 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
2.1 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.2 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-
East Boston High School
2.4 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+
Boston Latin Academy
2.9 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
Ruth Batson Academy
2.9 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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Beacon Hill
48 Beacon St # 1R, Boston MA 02108
Boston, MA 02108
Listing Information
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-375-6900
Agent MLS ID
CN206436
Office MLS ID
BB5919
Listing Data Updated
May 20, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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