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280 Beacon St # U65, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,525,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,595,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,525,000
Difference:
$70,000 (-4.4%)
Performance Metrics
95.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
39
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,240
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,186
This property sold for $1,186 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 4.4% below the original asking price.
The property spent 39 days on market before selling.
About this home
Perched on the sixth floor, this refined water-view residence offers an exceptional blend of elegance and location, with sweeping vistas of the Charles River and the Cambridge skyline. The open-concept living and dining space is anchored by a chef-caliber kitchen featuring an oversized island, premium appliances, granite countertops, and custom cabinetry. Bespoke built-ins enhance both sophistication and storage. The primary suite captures river views and includes two closets, a reading nook, and a private en-suite bath. A generous second bedroom offers its own sleek en-suite with glass shower. A beautifully maintained rooftop deck provides panoramic river and city views. Moments from the Charles River Esplanade, Newbury Street, Boston Common, Copley Square, and Prudential Center, with elevator access and on-site superintendent. With attentive management and meticulous upkeep of the building, daily living here feels seamless and refined.
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Property History
Market Insights
4.4%
Price Range
40
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
May 6, 2026
$1,525,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 40
Pending Sale
Apr 9, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Feb 28, 2026
$1,595,000
Original listing
Agent: Barbara Wales
Office: Engel & Volkers Newton
Listed for Sale
Feb 28, 2026
$1,595,000
Original listing
Agent: Barbara Wales
Office: Engel & Volkers Newton
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/06/2026 | ✓ Sold | $1,525,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/09/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 02/28/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,595,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 02/28/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,595,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $19,309 | $1,542,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$19,309
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$1,123
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,542,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1930
Living Area
1,286 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Entrance Foyer
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
Rented, On Street
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$19,309
Assessed Value
$1,542,700
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$1,123 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
25
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
There Is Association-owned Rental Parking, For Which There Is A Waitlist And Once Secured Comes With A Modest Fee.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
U#65
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
40 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,286 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,286 sq ft above grade
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Kitchen Island
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
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Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
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:
Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Entrance Foyer
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1930
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
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:
Deck - Roof, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Rented, On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Waterfront:
Yes
Waterfront Type:
Waterfront, River, Other (See Remarks)
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, 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
3 schools
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
Middle Schools
1 school
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.2 mi
|
#118 of 352
|
Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Newman School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Commonwealth School
0.2 mi
Grades 09-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.3 mi
|
#301 of 346
|
Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
280 Beacon St # U65, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Barbara Wales
Listing Office
Engel & Volkers Newton
Office Phone
617-936-4194
Agent MLS ID
BB800380
Office MLS ID
AN4462
Listing Data Updated
May 7, 2026 6:29 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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