280 Beacon St # 5, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,719,000
Est. $9,149/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,286
Sq Ft
$1,337
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1930
Year Built
Condominium
Type
163
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$171,000 Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73360199

About this home

Sophisticated WATER-VIEW home WITH A FRESH NEW LOOK! This stunning condo offers an open-concept kitchen, living & dining area with breathtaking views of the Charles River & Cambridge skyline. Take the elevator to floor 6; enter the chef-inspired kitchen, ideal for entertaining w/a sprawling island, high-end appliances, ample cabinetry, &elegant granite countertops. Custom built-ins add both charm & generous storage throughout the main living space. Wake up to sweeping views in the front-facing primary bedroom, complete with two closets, a cozy reading nook, and a private en-suite bath. The second bedroom is spacious &bright, also with an en-suite bath and sleek glass shower. A beautifully maintained common rooftop deck offers a front-row seat to the river and city beyond. Enjoy unbeatable proximity to the Esplanade, Newbury St, Boston Common, Copley Square, and the Prudential Center. Convenient access to mass transit, elevator building, on-site super. Sorry, no dogs permitted.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,286 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Entrance Foyer
Laundry Features
In Unit
Basement Details
Y

Exterior & Structure

Exterior Features
Deck - Roof
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Roof
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.03 acres
Lot Size
1,286 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0300

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Parking Features
Rented

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Security Features
Intercom

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, T-Station
HOA Fee
$1,123
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Association Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$17,864
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,542,700
Parcel Number
W:05 P:02641 S:052,3351095
Zoning
CD

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Unknown/Mixed
Building Name
280 Beacon Street Condominium
Attached Property
Yes
Disclosures
No Dogs. On-site, association-owned rental parking is available for a modest fee, but there is a waitlist. Monthly fee: condo fee $867 + reserve fund $256.

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

280 Beacon St # 5, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
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Middle School
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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,489
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $1,123
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
1.5%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Sep 17, 2025
$1,719,000 $26,000 (-1.49%)
From $1,745,000 to $1,719,000 (-1.5%)
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Listed for Sale
Apr 16, 2025
$1,745,000
Original listing
Agent: Barbara Wales Office: Engel & Volkers Newton

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 17, 2025 Price Changed $1,719,000 -$26,000
Apr 16, 2025 New Listing Added $1,745,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
163 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,337
Total Price Drop
-$171,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $17,864 $1,542,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$17,864
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$1,123
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,542,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Barbara Wales
Listing Office Engel & Volkers Newton
Agent MLS ID BB800380
Office MLS ID AN4462

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