FeaturesBathroom - With Tub & Shower
LevelFirst
255 Beacon # 53, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$746,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$947,000
Final Sale Price:
$746,000
Difference:
$201,000 (-21.2%)
Performance Metrics
78.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
36
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,156
Sale $/sq ft:
$911
This property sold for $911 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 21.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 36 days on market before selling.
About this home
Welcome to the Heart of Boston! This charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom condominium on Beacon Street in Back Bay features a gracious entryway, living room with a fireplace, built in and an eat-in kitchen plus hardwood floors throughout. Additional private storage is a bonus, and laundry facilities are available on the lower level. In addition to a convenient elevator, this well-maintained 24-unit building offers a beautiful roof deck with fantastic views. Enjoy renovated entry into complex. Near Boston’s famous shopping areas such as Charles and Newbury Streets plus legendary venues like the Opera House and TD Garden and countless restaurants and cafes, this gem is an ideal year-round home or city getaway.
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Property History
Market Insights
0.5%
Price Range
38
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Nov 18, 2025
$746,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 38
Listed for Sale
Sep 24, 2025
$750,000
Original listing
Agent: Blaze Johnson
Office: J. Barrett & Company
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | ✓ Sold | $746,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/24/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $750,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,213 | $795,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$9,213
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$502
Monthly
Assessed Value
$795,600
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1939
Living Area
819 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$9,213
Assessed Value
$795,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$502 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
17
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
When Viewing The Roof Deck, Please Place A Brick In The Door To Prevent Getting Locked Out. The Rooms Have Been Virtually Staged As The Condo Needs Some Updating.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Garden"]
Unit/Building
53
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Association Financial Statements (4)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
38 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1939
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
819 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
819 sq ft above grade
FeaturesFlooring - Laminate, Dining Area, Gas Stove
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesFlooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof + Access Rights
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:
Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Storm Window(s)
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1939
Structure Type:
Garden
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, House of Worship, 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
The Learning Project
0.1 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.5 mi
Grades K-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
0.9 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
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
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 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
St. John Elementary School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.3 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
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
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
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.3 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
1.7 mi
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
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
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 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
1.6 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.1 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.6 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
3.0 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
Meridian Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
255 Beacon # 53, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Blaze Johnson
Listing Office
J. Barrett & Company
Office Phone
978-356-3444
Agent MLS ID
C2444277
Office MLS ID
AC1087
Listing Data Updated
Nov 18, 2025 1:54 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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