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Condo for sale at 242 Beacon St #5, Boston, MA 02116 | MLS# 73583289 | Listing updated on 2026-10-02
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$3,399,000

Monthly Est:$16,918

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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon2,260sqft

242 Beacon St #5, Boston, MA 02116

$16,918/moEst:

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  • Condominium

  • Built in 1884

  • $1,510/mo HOA

  • 0.05 acre lot

  • $1,504/sq.ft

Description

RARE, RENOVATED WATERSIDE HOME FINALLY AVAILABLE: A study in scale, craftsmanship and timeless Boston elegance, this extraordinary single-level residence offers 2,260 SF of beautifully appointed living with views toward the Charles River. Direct elevator access opens to a dramatic black-and-white marble foyer and an expansive living/dining room with soaring ceilings, fireplace and magnificent bow windows capturing river views and natural light. Beautifully proportioned rooms showcase exquisitely restored paneled ceilings, intricate mouldings and handsome millwork throughout. Two generously scaled, king-size bedrooms offer a sense of serenity and privacy, while a spacious dedicated office provides an elegant setting for working from home or quiet retreat. Historic architecture is seamlessly balanced by modern comforts, including a newly updated kitchen, two renovated baths, laundry, central air and parking located directly behind the building. Grand yet understated, this is a rare residence where exceptional architecture, gracious scale, light and views come together beautifully.

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  • Listing updated: October 2, 2026 at 7:06 am
  • Listing Provided by: Eve Dougherty (617) 838-5884 | Compass (617) 206-3333
  • Source: MLS Property Information Network-MA | MLS#: 73583289 MLS Property Information Network-MA

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Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Condominium

  • No. of Stories

    1

  • County

    Suffolk County

  • City

    Boston

  • Neighborhood

    Back Bay

  • Year Built

    1884

  • HOA Fees

    $1510/mo

  • Finished Area

    2,260 sqft

  • Lot Size

    0.05 acre lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MLS Property Information Network

  • MLS Number

    73583289

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    10

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Location

HOA Management

N/A

HOA Fees

$1,510/ Monthly

Amenities

Amenities and services may be covered by one or multiple associations and service providers.

Maintenance Maintenance

Security Guard Security Guard

Elevator Elevator

Heating Heating

Snow Removal Snow Removal

Laundry Laundry

Insurance Insurance

Sewer Sewer

Water Water

Road Maintenance Road Maintenance

Trash Pickup Trash Pickup

Reserve Funds Reserve Funds

Air Conditioning Air Conditioning

Garden Area Garden Area

Disclaimer: Amenities are based on third-party information and may vary; buyers must independently verify all amenities, as information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 2

    Bathrooms: 2

Interior

  • Heating

    Forced Air, Baseboard

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Interior Features

    Bonus Room, Wired For Sound

  • Window Features

    Insulated Windows

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Flooring

    Wood, Marble, Flooring Hardwood

  • Appliances

    Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1884

  • Home type

    Condominium

  • Construction Materials

    Brick

  • Roof

    Rubber

Utilities & Energy

  • Laundry Features

    Third Floor, In Unit

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Association Amenities

    Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Garden Area

  • Basement

    N

  • Security Features

    Intercom, Security System

  • Fireplace Features

    Living Room

  • Parking Features

    Off Street, Rented

Other Features

  • Community Features

    Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T Station, University

Price History

DateEventPrice

09/28/2026

Source: mls_logoMLS Property Information Network-MA #73583289

Listed for Sale

$3,399,000

$1,504/sqft

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