40 Joy St # 4, Boston MA 02114
Boston, MA 02114 • Beacon Hill
$1,325,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,350,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,325,000
Difference:
$25,000 (-1.9%)
Performance Metrics
98.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,350
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,325
This property sold for $1,325 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.9% below the original asking price.
With only 20 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Perfectly positioned just one flight up in one of Beacon Hill's historic carriage houses, this oversized two bedroom floor-through home seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern comfort. A spacious and desirable open concept living and dining area welcomes you, showcasing a beautiful bay window and wood-burning fireplace ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, an abundance of cabinet storage and a breakfast bar with overhang for stools. The generously sized primary bedroom includes double closets, exposed brick and ensuite access to the full bathroom, while the second bedroom is perfectly suited for a guest room, a home office - or a combination of the two. Complete with an additional half bathroom, central AC, washer/dryer in-unit and private storage. Building is professionally managed and dog friendly. A truly unique offering in the heart of Beacon Hill.
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Property History
Market Insights
1.9%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Oct 21, 2025
$1,325,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
Listed for Sale
Sep 9, 2025
$1,350,000
Original listing
Agent: The Robinette Team
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | ✓ Sold | $1,325,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/09/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,350,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $9,149 | $1,127,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$9,149
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$438
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,127,300
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1865
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
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
$9,149
Assessed Value
$1,127,300
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$438 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
11
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Assessing Has The Address Of This Unit As 38 Joy St (#4).
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
4
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Additional private storage in the basement
Documents
Master Deed, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (3)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
21 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1865
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,000 sq ft above grade
Display Options
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1865
Structure Type:
Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
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:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, 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
Advent School
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.4 mi
Grades K-07
St. John Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.7 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
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.2 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
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#589 of 824
|
Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
A-
Warren-Prescott K-8 School
1.3 mi
|
#85 of 352
|
Score: 51.3
Improved 4 spots from last year
-7 below state avg
507 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.3 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.9 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
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.4 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
3.7 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.7 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.6 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.0 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
Edwards Middle
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
High Schools
10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 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
1.0 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.3 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.4 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.1 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.4 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
A+
Boston Latin School
2.4 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
2.4 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
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.2 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
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Neighborhood
Beacon Hill
40 Joy St # 4, Boston MA 02114
Boston, MA 02114
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Robinette Team
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-375-6900
Agent MLS ID
TM358887
Office MLS ID
BB5919
Listing Data Updated
Oct 23, 2025 10:45 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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