285 Beacon St, Unit 3B

1,444 Sq. Ft.
$1,592 / Sq. Ft.
1,444
Sq. Ft.
$1,592
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Perfectly positioned between Dartmouth and Exeter Streets, this meticulously renovated two-bedroom, two-bath residence offers refined Back Bay living in a professionally managed, elevator building. An extraordinarily spacious and open living, dining, and kitchen layout is accented with exposed brick, custom built-ins, and fireplace. Large windows invite abundant natural light across the hardwood floors. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, a generous island with added storage, and sleek...Perfectly positioned between Dartmouth and Exeter Streets, this meticulously renovated two-bedroom, two-bath residence offers refined Back Bay living in a professionally managed, elevator building. An extraordinarily spacious and open living, dining, and kitchen layout is accented with exposed brick, custom built-ins, and fireplace. Large windows invite abundant natural light across the hardwood floors. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, a generous island with added storage, and sleek soft-close cabinetry. The king-sized primary suite includes its own fireplace and a beautifully renovated en-suite bath with heated floors. A well-proportioned second bedroom comfortably fits a queen bed or could double as an office. Enjoy morning coffee on your private deck and the rare convenience of direct-access off-street parking. Central air and in-unit laundry complete this exceptional offering. Just moments from Newbury Street, the Esplanade, and the Public Garden. Welcome home!

Listing Agents

  1. Donahue + Greene

    Donahue + Greene

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    donahuegreene@compass.com

    P: (617)-633-3440

  2. Katherine Donahue

    Katherine Donahue

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/11/2026 09:16 AM

Property Details for 285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B

StatusNew
MLS #73485065
Days on Market1
Taxes$20,658 / year
HOA Fees$717 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1885
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B

Building/Complex285 Beacon Street CondominiumFloor3Stories5Residences13Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1885

Payment Calculator

$13,643 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,205

Property Taxes

$1,722

HOA Dues

$717

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Property Information for 285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other (See Remarks)
  • Living Area: 1444.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 13
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Other
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Elevator, Other(See Remarks)
  • Interior Features: Elevator, Other(See Remarks)
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, City View(s)
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Assigned, Exclusive Parking
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Exclusive Parking
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Exclusive Parking
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Marble,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Remodeled
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
Property Information
Property Info
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Other (See Remarks)
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: One assigned,direct access parking space included with purchase of Unit 3B.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 3351231
  • Assessments: $1,666,000
  • Book: 56516
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Name: 285 Beacon Street Condominium
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Units Owner Occupied: 11
  • Owner Occupied Source: Management
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 3B
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 3.0

Property History for 285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 11, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73485065

$2,299,000—
Jul 29, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #576706560

$1,435,000

+4.0% / yr

Jul 29, 2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71982882

$1,435,000—
Apr 22, 2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71982882

—
Apr 22, 2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71982882

—
Apr 4, 2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71982882

$1,550,000—
Oct 31, 2011

Expired

MLS PIN #71209386

$1,165,000—
Apr 1, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71209386

$1,325,000—
Nov 2, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #209042698

$982,500

+4.1% / yr

Nov 2, 2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70420782

$982,500—
Aug 19, 2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70420782

—
Jul 11, 2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70420782

$992,000—
Oct 8, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100076357

$740,000

+19.6% / yr

May 7, 1997

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100080147

$480,000

+8.3% / yr

Jun 25, 1991

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100092583

$300,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/11/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73485065

$2,299,000
07/29/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #576706560

$1,435,000

+4.0% / yr

07/29/2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71982882

$1,435,000
04/22/2016

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71982882

—
04/22/2016

Contingent

MLS PIN #71982882

—
04/04/2016

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71982882

$1,550,000
10/31/2011

Expired

MLS PIN #71209386

$1,165,000
04/01/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71209386

$1,325,000
11/02/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #209042698

$982,500

+4.1% / yr

11/02/2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70420782

$982,500
08/19/2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70420782

—
07/11/2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70420782

$992,000
10/08/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100076357

$740,000

+19.6% / yr

05/07/1997

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100080147

$480,000

+8.3% / yr

06/25/1991

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100092583

$300,000

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

Public Records for 285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,632,500Total-
Tax Record2025$18,904 ($1,575 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,444 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,444 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,444 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1885Year Renovated1980ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:02664 S:014Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 2 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public2 to 12

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Boston Arts Academy
Public9 to 12

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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285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02116. This property was listed for sale on March 11, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $2,299,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on July 29, 2016. 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. 285 Beacon Street, Unit 3B is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,444 sqft condo built in 1885.

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