242 Beacon St #8, Boston, MA 02116
OFF MARKET

242 Beacon St #8
Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,986 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,986 sqft

$3,157,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Apr 26, 2024
Est. Refi. Payment $18,974/mo*

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Local Information

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Description

This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from July 04, 2022
Desirably located on the waterside of Beacon, this recently renovated 3 bedrooms, plus office, 2.5 bath home has fantastic views of the Charles River & cityscape of Cambridge. Directly access the unit via elevator which opens to an enormous living space. The living room has custom built-ins, a gas fireplace, and is open to both the kitchen and dining area where you can lounge, cook, and entertain while taking in the beautiful river views. The designer kitchen has white custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a large seating island, and high-end appliances including Subzero & Miele coffee station. The primary bedroom boasts ample closets, an inviting upholstered window seat & a spa-like bath with soaking tub. Additionally, there's 2 generously sized guest bedrooms, a full common bath, and a bonus home office space with built in cabinetry. Additional features include-profess managed association with high owner occupancy and (1) rental direct access parking in the rear of the building.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$1,131/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 242 Beacon St #8

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bathroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1986 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: for Electric OvenLaundry: In Unit
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Other (See Remarks)
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsDoor: Storm Door(s)Flooring: Wood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 1Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)Floors: Wood, Tile
Security
Security: Intercom

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: RubberPatio / Porch: Deck
Parking & Garage
No GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Off Street,Rented,Assigned,Driveway
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1884
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Condominium, RowhouseStructure Type: RowhouseArchitecture: Rowhouse
Building
Building Name: 242 Beacon StreetConstruction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Parcel Number: W:05 P:02630 S:016, 3351006

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,995,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Mar 20 2022

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Boston

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1986 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Highway Access, T-Station, University

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve FundsHas an HOAHOA Fee: $1,131/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2178 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: Pending P&S

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5Buyer Agency Commission Type: %Transaction Broker Commission: 1.0Transaction Broker Commission Type: %
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 72946851

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Elevator(s)
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Joe DeAngelo
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Bought with: Joe DeAngelo, Coldwell Banker Realty - New England Home Office
Source: MLS PIN, MLS#72946851

Price History for 242 Beacon St #8

DatePriceEventSource
06/28/2022$3,010,000Sold
MLS PIN #72946851
03/04/2022$2,995,000ContingentMLS PIN #72946851
02/28/2022$2,995,000Listed For SaleMLS PIN #72946851
06/26/2020$2,200,000Sold
MLS PIN #72647310
06/09/2020$2,395,000PendingAgent Provided
05/28/2020$2,395,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/24/2020$2,495,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/13/2020$2,760,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/26/2019$2,760,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/08/2019$2,845,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/09/2019$2,950,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/25/2019$2,995,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/01/2019$3,095,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/01/2019$3,195,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/09/2018$1,950,000Sold
N/A
03/07/2018$2,295,000PendingAgent Provided
04/05/2017$2,295,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/02/2011$9,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/24/2011$9,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/01/2001$800,000Sold
N/A

Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$23,384
Assessment$2,177,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 242 Beacon St #8

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.20
Townhouse
$3,200,000
09/29/23
5
3
2,098
0.10
Townhouse
$2,250,000
11/28/23
2
2
1,404
0.06
Townhouse
$3,200,000
06/12/23
3
3
2,297
0.62
Townhouse
$2,280,000
01/16/24
3
3
1,793
0.61
Townhouse
$2,800,000
07/05/23
4
3
2,884
0.84
Townhouse
$2,830,000
11/27/23
3
4
2,381
1.17
Townhouse
$2,350,101
08/02/23
3
3
1,875
0.13
Townhouse
$1,920,000
05/13/23
2
2
1,138
0.97
Townhouse
$1,855,000
09/06/23
3
3
2,244

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Homes for Rent Near 242 Beacon St #8

Off Market Homes Near 242 Beacon St #8

242 Beacon St #8, Boston, MA 02116 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,986 sqft townhouse built in 1884. 242 Beacon St #8 is located in Back Bay, Boston. This property is not currently available for sale. 242 Beacon St #8 was last sold on Jun 28, 2022 for $3,010,000 (1% higher than the asking price of $2,995,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 242 Beacon St #8 is $3,157,300.