486 Beacon St, Unit 1

1,036 Sq. Ft.
$1,110 / Sq. Ft.
1,036
Sq. Ft.
$1,110
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Oversized 1 bed parlor/garden level duplex in a prime location with 1 deeded parking space and guest parking. Entertain upstairs in a light-filled showpiece parlor with elegant period details, including 11' ceilings, refurbished bow front windows overlooking the sunny side of Beacon Street, triple crown molding, decorative fireplace with original marble, and hardwood floors. Tall, custom built-in for books and storage. Well-equipped galley kitchen with stainless steel appliances, maple cabinets,...Oversized 1 bed parlor/garden level duplex in a prime location with 1 deeded parking space and guest parking. Entertain upstairs in a light-filled showpiece parlor with elegant period details, including 11' ceilings, refurbished bow front windows overlooking the sunny side of Beacon Street, triple crown molding, decorative fireplace with original marble, and hardwood floors. Tall, custom built-in for books and storage. Well-equipped galley kitchen with stainless steel appliances, maple cabinets, and quartz countertop. Relax in twice the garden-level space downstairs, with bedroom, a large lounge, work, and/or exercise space, a bathroom with separate vanities and shower/tub, a wide custom walk-in closet, and bonus storage. New carpeted bedroom and closet, hardwood floor, and premium tiling. Great for walking, socializing, shopping, and commuting: near Back Bay stores and restaurants, Cambridge, the Charles River Esplanade, and major roads. Common laundry and pet friendly association.

Listing Agents

  1. Leavitt + Co

    Leavitt + Co

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    leavittandco@compass.com

    P: (617)-285-5884

  2. Ben Leavitt

    Ben Leavitt

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    ben.leavitt@compass.com

    P: (617)-285-5884

Property Details for 486 Beacon Street, Unit 1

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston
Style
Low-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Below Grade, Street, Front
LISTING UPDATED: 05/03/2026 04:08 AM

Property Details for 486 Beacon Street, Unit 1

StatusActive
MLS #73509221
Days on Market6
Taxes$9,816 / year
HOA Fees$612
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1800
CountySuffolk County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Location

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Building Information for 486 Beacon Street, Unit 1

Building/Complex486 Beacon StFloor1Stories2Residences15Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1800

Payment Calculator

$7,221 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,791

Property Taxes

$818

HOA Dues

$612

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Property Information for 486 Beacon Street, Unit 1

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship
  • Living Area: 1036.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Total Units: 15
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Entry Location: Below Grade,Street,Front
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Improved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: BWSC
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Recessed Lighting
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Basement
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Bathroom1 Level: Basement
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Sconce,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Certificate of Insurance
  • Documents Count: 6
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Public record states the unit is a 2 bed at 898 sf.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:03690 S:002,3349367
  • Assessments: $847,700
  • Book: 50751
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 486 Beacon Street, Unit 1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73509221

$1,150,000
Oct 3, 2013

Canceled

MLS PIN #71566299

$719,000
Aug 7, 2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71566299

$729,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73509221

$1,150,000
10/03/2013

Canceled

MLS PIN #71566299

$719,000
08/07/2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71566299

$729,000

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

Public Records for 486 Beacon Street, Unit 1

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$847,700Total-
Tax Record2025$9,816 ($818 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt898 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt898 SqFtStories2Lot Size898 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1979ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:03690 S:002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 486 Beacon Street, Unit 1

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 12
Public - 8 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public1 to 12

Carter School
Public8 to 12

Boston Arts Academy
Public9 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
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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486 Beacon Street, Unit 1 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02115. This property was listed for sale on April 29, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,150,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on December 31, 2012. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mel H King Elementary, Carter School and Boston Arts Academy. 486 Beacon Street, Unit 1 is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 1,036 sqft condo built in 1800.

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