127 Beacon Street # 51, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$875,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$950,000
Final Sale Price:
$875,000
Difference:
$75,000 (-7.9%)
Performance Metrics
92.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
74
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,464
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,348
This property sold for $1,348 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 7.9% below the original asking price.
The property spent 74 days on market before selling.
About this home
Meticulously renovated Penthouse located on the first block of Beacon Street with 450+sf Private Roof Deck! 10/10 location next to the Boston Public Garden, Esplanade & steps to Newbury Street. Central A/C & brand new en-suite Bosch laundry. Spa style marble bathroom with new glass shower door and rain head fixture. New kitchen offers custom cabinets, SS brand new Bosch appliances, counter depth fridge, induction cooktop, granite countertops & marble tile back splash. Living room features a new marble fireplace with electric insert perfect for those winter nights. A spiral staircase leads you to your own private roof deck which offers picturesque views of Back Bay, Fenway, Cambridge & Beyond. 127 Beacon is a brownstone built in 1861 and this top floor home still offers charming original detail like arched windows, hardwood floors & high ceilings. High owner occupancy association and pet friendly. Freshly painted, ready to move in.
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Property History
Market Insights
19.9%
Price Range
75
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73522304
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
May 21, 2026
$880,000
MLS #73522304 - Active
Sold
Nov 9, 2018
$875,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 75
Listed for Sale
Aug 8, 2018
$899,000
Original listing
Agent: Collin Bray
Office: Century 21 Cityside
Previous Transaction - MLS #72231353
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 5, 2017
$720,000
MLS #72231353
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $880,000 | - | - | MLS #73522304 - Active |
| 11/09/2018 | ✓ Sold | $875,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 08/08/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $899,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 12/05/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $720,000 | - | - | MLS #72231353 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $6,461 | $616,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,461
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$332
Monthly
Assessed Value
$616,500
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1899
Living Area
649 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
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
$6,461
Assessed Value
$616,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$332 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
9
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse","Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
51
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
75 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
649 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1899
Structure Type:
Rowhouse, Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
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, Bike Path, T-Station
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
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Advent School
0.3 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-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
1.0 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
1.1 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
St. John Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.3 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
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.4 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
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.0 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
3.3 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.3 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.5 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
1.7 mi
UP Academy
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.7 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
1.8 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
1.8 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
D
Charlestown High School
1.9 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.0 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
2.7 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
2.7 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
3.0 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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Neighborhood
Back Bay
127 Beacon Street # 51, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Collin Bray
Listing Office
Century 21 Cityside
Office Phone
617-262-2600
Agent MLS ID
BB922621
Office MLS ID
BB6400
Listing Data Updated
Nov 12, 2018 4:05 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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