172 Beacon St, Unit 4

3,240 Sq. Ft.
$1,542 / Sq. Ft.
3,240
Sq. Ft.
$1,542
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Commanding Charles River & skyline views, this premier 3+ BD/3.5 BA floor-through residence offers exceptional scale with three exposures. A grand foyer opens to expansive living & dining rooms & a sun-filled study/bedroom, each with a wood-burning fireplace. The open chef’s kitchen with Viking range & oversized granite island anchors the heart of the home, flowing seamlessly to family & dining areas. The south-facing primary offers dual closets, one a walk-in, & an ensuite bath overlooking the brownstones...Commanding Charles River & skyline views, this premier 3+ BD/3.5 BA floor-through residence offers exceptional scale with three exposures. A grand foyer opens to expansive living & dining rooms & a sun-filled study/bedroom, each with a wood-burning fireplace. The open chef’s kitchen with Viking range & oversized granite island anchors the heart of the home, flowing seamlessly to family & dining areas. The south-facing primary offers dual closets, one a walk-in, & an ensuite bath overlooking the brownstones of Beacon St. Two generous bedrooms & two full baths, along with a powder & laundry rooms, butler’s pantry with wet bar, & separate food pantry, enhance the home’s functionality. The stunning roof deck offers sweeping Esplanade views with multiple al fresco dining areas & gas grill. Located on Waterside Beacon in an elegant Georgian Revival with full-time concierge & direct elevator access, this prime Back Bay residence also includes private storage & one assigned parking space.

Property Details for 172 Beacon Street, Unit 4

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
LISTING UPDATED: 03/09/2026 03:09 AM

Property Details for 172 Beacon Street, Unit 4

StatusActive
MLS #73483040
Days on Market13
Taxes$56,047 / year
HOA Fees$4,434 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1927
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 172 Beacon Street, Unit 4

Building/Complex172 Beacon StFloor4Stories1Residences10Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1927

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$33,346 per month

30 year fixed, 6.11% Interest

Principal and Interest

$24,241

Property Taxes

$4,671

HOA Dues

$4,434

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Property Information for 172 Beacon Street, Unit 4

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 3240.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 10
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: Yes
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Archway, Bathroom, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Study, Foyer, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, First Floor, In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, City View(s)
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Deck - Roof
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
  • Waterview Features: River
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Assigned, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 231.875
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 17.5
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.25
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 203.333333333
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom2 Length: 15.25
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.333333333
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 183.333333333
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.75
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.333333333
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 50.798611111
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.916666666
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.416666666
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 36.3125
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
  • Bathroom2 Length: 6.916666666
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.25
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 38.25
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Crown Molding,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom3 Length: 6.75
  • Bathroom3 Level: First
  • Bathroom3 Width: 5.666666666
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 266.013888888
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Wet Bar,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 17.833333333
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.916666666
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 185.0625
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead,Window Seat
  • Family Room Length: 15.75
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 11.75
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 213.333333333
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Length: 21.333333333
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 10.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 13'7X6'7
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 435.291666666
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 28.083333333
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 15.5
Property Information
Property Info
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Public record reflects 4 bedrooms,4th bedroom currently used as study. Taxes include residential exemption. List agent is related to seller.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 3352628
  • Assessments: $4,827,300
  • Book: 68838
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
  • Management: Professional - On Site, Resident Superintendent
  • Units Owner Occupied: 10
  • Owner Occupied Source: Owner
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 4
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 4.0

Property History for 172 Beacon Street, Unit 4

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73483040

$4,995,000—
Dec 4, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73424872

$4,995,000—
Dec 4, 2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73424872

$4,995,000—
Sep 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73424872

$5,350,000—
Jun 27, 2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73378390

$5,350,000—
May 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73378390

$5,350,000—
Jan 25, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #190645205

$2,350,000

+9.0% / yr

Jan 25, 2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70134495

$2,350,000—
Jan 25, 2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70134495

—
Jan 25, 2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70134495

—
Jan 14, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70134495

$2,799,000—
Apr 17, 1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100077508

$1,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/05/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73483040

$4,995,000
12/04/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73424872

$4,995,000
12/04/2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73424872

$4,995,000
09/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73424872

$5,350,000
06/27/2025

Temporarily Withdrawn

MLS PIN #73378390

$5,350,000
05/21/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73378390

$5,350,000
01/25/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #190645205

$2,350,000

+9.0% / yr

01/25/2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70134495

$2,350,000
01/25/2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70134495

—
01/25/2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70134495

—
01/14/2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70134495

$2,799,000
04/17/1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100077508

$1,200,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 172 Beacon Street, Unit 4

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$4,827,300Total-
Tax Record2025$55,900 ($4,658 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,240 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,240 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,240 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1900Year Renovated1955ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:02597 S:008Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 172 Beacon Street, Unit 4

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public1 to 12

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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172 Beacon Street, Unit 4 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02116. This property was listed for sale on March 5, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $4,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on January 25, 2006. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mel H King Elementary, Quincy Upper School and Snowden Int'L High School. 172 Beacon Street, Unit 4 is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,240 sqft condo built in 1927.

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