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138 Beacon St # 6, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,760,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,085
Sq Ft
$1,622
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1870
Year Built
1
Parking
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 17, 2025 • MLS# 73346581 Copied! • Updated Apr 4, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,800,000
Final Sale Price: $1,760,000
Difference: $40,000 (-2.2%)
Performance Metrics
97.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,659
Sale $/sq ft: $1,622
This property sold for $1,622 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.2% below the original asking price.

With only 9 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
$1,622/sq ft
Area Average
$205/sq ft
Difference
+692.7%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Ideally located on waterside Beacon Street, just steps from the iconic Boston Public Garden and Esplanade, this parlor level two bedroom, two bath home is the complete package.The direct keyed elevator opens into the main living space boasting soaring ceilings, dramatic oversized windows and a beautiful marble mantle. The chef’s kitchen has been completely renovated and features excellent storage and island with space for three bar stools. Each bedroom faces the sunny side of Beacon Street in this floor-through home. The primary suite offers great closet space and a luxurious bath, in addition to a large overhead storage space perfect for suitcases and seasonal items. One full deeded parking space completes this turnkey home in an updated, professionally managed, and pet-friendly building.

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Property History

Market Insights

13.9%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 3, 2025
$1,760,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 18, 2025
$1,800,000
Original listing
Agent: Jeffrey N. Shuman Office: Luxury Residential Group, LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #72808586
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
May 6, 2021
$1,550,000
MLS #72808586

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $16,140 $1,381,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$16,140
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$564
Per month
Assessed Value
$1,381,000

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1870
Living Area 1,085 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $16,140
Assessed Value $1,381,000

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $564
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Trash
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 6
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 11 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1870
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,085 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

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:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1870
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
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

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
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
The Learning Project
0.1 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.2 mi
Grades K-07
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
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.3 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
M

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
Timilty Middle
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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
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-
East Boston High School
2.8 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
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

138 Beacon St # 6, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jeffrey N. Shuman
Listing Office Luxury Residential Group, LLC
Office Phone 617-233-5800
Agent MLS ID NB115009
Office MLS ID NB5077
Listing Data Updated Apr 4, 2025 10:59 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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