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478 Beacon Street # 2, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • Back Bay
$849,000
Est. $5,859/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
697
Sq Ft
$1,218
Price/Sq Ft
1892
Year Built
8
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 6, 2024 • MLS# 73209203 Copied!

About this home

Perfectly situated between the Esplanade and the shops and restaurants of Newbury Street, this pet-friendly property INCLUDES a coveted *parking space* and easy access to all that downtown Boston has to offer. This oversized one bedroom has high ceilings, bowed windows, and looks out over the Charles River. The unit showcases hardwood floors throughout, three total closets, a fireplace, and an updated kitchen and bathroom. Residents will enjoy an elevator, common laundry, and a stately foyer. The association boasts healthy reserves and includes heat in the condo fee. Don't miss the opportunity to have this tree-lined, charming Beacon Street address be your new home.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ISAAC THOMAS
Mailing Address 478 BEACON ST #2, BOSTON, MA, 02115

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Low Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $777,100
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $7,996
CPA Surcharge 1% ($70)
Estimated Annual Tax $8,066

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $777,100 $777,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Oct 21, 2022 $770,000 68335/76
Aug 5, 2022 $699,990 68046/324
Jun 8, 2022 $1 67767/318
Apr 30, 2021 $425,000 65357/318
Jul 13, 2020 $650,000 63342/245
Jul 31, 2019 $715,001 61510/29
Dec 7, 2016 $590,000 57232/218
Jul 20, 2012 $839,000 49855/326
Sep 1, 2009 $444,000 45455/041
Sep 29, 2008 $278,000 44079/181
Jan 2, 2003 $455,000 30235/344

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
1892
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
697 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $849,000
Final Sale Price: $849,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
8
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,218
Sale $/sq ft: $1,218
This property sold for $1,218 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 8 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$1,218/sq ft
Area Average
$367/sq ft
Difference
+232.2%

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 1892
Living Area 697 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $8,721
Assessed Value $793,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1892
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Heating Zones: 1
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

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

478 Beacon Street # 2, 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
Advent School
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
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
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
1.3 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
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.3 mi
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
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.1 mi
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 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
Timilty Middle
1.5 mi
Edwards Middle
2.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.3 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
1.8 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
2.8 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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Property History

Market Insights

10
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 19, 2024
$849,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
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Listed for Sale
Mar 6, 2024
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Mariel Yovino Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 6, 2024 New Listing Added $849,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
8 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,218

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $8,721 $793,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,721
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$639
Monthly
Assessed Value
$793,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Mariel Yovino
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID CN201247
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Apr 20, 2024 8:24 AM EDT
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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