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$949,000

228 Beacon St Unit 1A Boston, MA 02116

1 bed
2 full
858 sqft
$1,106 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 228 Beacon St Unit 1A

Welcome to this elegant home in the heart of Boston's beautiful Back Bay neighborhood, located on riverside Beacon Street between Clarendon & Dartmouth, boasting direct access to a walkout patio leading to the Esplanade footbridge, right outside the unit's door. Upon entering the quintessential brick building through the well cared for common area, you are welcomed into the main living area featuring an open layout, modern kitchen, exposed brick, large windows with plenty of natural light and the convenience of a first floor full bathroom. The full staircase leads to a huge primary bedroom with 12 foot ceilings, ornate moldings, a gorgeous fireplace with a stone mantel and river views out of the oversized windows. The 2nd level primary bedroom suite also includes built-in shelving, plenty of closet and additional storage space, and an updated full bathroom. All this in a beautiful Back Bay building - easy access to the T, Copley, Newbury St, local shops and restaurants. A must see!

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size858 sqft
Year built1890
ParkingOn Street
MLS #73400259

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Parking: On Street
  • Exterior: Patio
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $949,000
  • Price/SqFt: $1,106
  • HOA Amount: $661 Monthly
  • Directions: GPS to 228 Beacon
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 858 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 73400259
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Capital Realty Group
  • Office Phone: (508) 395-8333
  • Listing Agent: Michael Lord

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Nearby schools

6

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

885 Washington St

3

Blackstone Innovation School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

380 Shawmut Ave

5

Kennedy-Longfellow

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

158 Spring St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $121,875. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have masters degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

3%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
36%
100k-200k
24%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

73%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

5%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
41%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 228 Beacon St Unit 1A

The listing price of 228 Beacon St Unit 1A property is $949,000.

The property 228 Beacon St Unit 1A is a condo located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02116.

Active Listing: 228 Beacon St Unit 1A is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 228 Beacon St Unit 1A are: Josiah Quincy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Blackstone Innovation School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kennedy-Longfellow (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cambridge Street Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Eliot K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Snowden International School At Copley (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Quincy Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Boston Adult Technical Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

The property at 228 Beacon St Unit 1A has 1 bedroom and 2 bathrooms.

The property 228 Beacon St Unit 1A is 858 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 228 Beacon St Unit 1A is 1890.

This home is located at 228 Beacon St Unit 1A in Boston, MA and zip code 02116 in the Back Bay neighborhood. This 858 square foot home was built in 1890. Features: 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $949,000.

Boston, MA housing market in June 2025 saw over 166 listings sold above listed price, more than 53 sold at listed price and over 220 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Boston, MA between May and June 2025 increased by 4.6%. In June 2025 median list price was $842,218 and the average listing age was 36 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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