NOT LISTED FOR SALE

242 Beacon St Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $672,735 - $968,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
685 Sq Ft
$1,123/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 02, 2014

Last sale price $455,000 $664 Per Sq Ft

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,881/month

About This Home

As of June 2014

A most charming and gracious front-facing, sunny side 1 BR/1 BA, 685 SF home w elevator. Located in a former Beacon St Mansion once owned by Godfrey Lowell Cabot, the oversized front facing living room has a radiant bay window, refinished rich oak hardwood flrs w walnut stain, crisp white English country style built-in bookshelves & cabinets. The cozy bedroom is tucked away off the living room yet gets great light for an interior space. A curved doorway graces the hallway, leading to a large updated bathroom w tumbled stone tile, charming wall sconces, & a stylish, designer pedestal sink. A large walk-in closet has been converted w shelving & is currently used as an office off the fully applcd spacious kitchen. Central A/C. The Charles River is your backyard and The Back Bay your front. Truly a Home Sweet Home!

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2024
Sold by
Chen Christine K and Moy Kenneth
Bought by
242 Beacon St T and Chen
Current Estimated Value
$769,184

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 18, 2021
Sold by
Chen Christine K
Bought by
Chen Christine K and Moy Kenneth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 1987
Sold by
Foell Earl W
Bought by
Shapre Jeanette R

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
242 Beacon St T -- None Available
242 Beacon St T -- None Available
Chen Christine K -- None Available
Chen Christine K -- None Available
Shapre Jeanette R $151,800 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chen Christine K $315,000
Previous Owner Chen Christine K $343,300
Previous Owner Chen Christine $350,000
Previous Owner Gifford Gianna $361,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/16/2024 02/16/24 Rented $2,600 0.0% --
01/23/2024 01/23/24 For Rent $2,600 +8.3% --
06/16/2018 06/16/18 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
06/14/2018 06/14/18 Under Contract -- -- --
05/15/2018 05/15/18 For Rent $2,400 0.0% --
06/07/2017 06/07/17 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
06/07/2017 06/07/17 Under Contract -- -- --
06/01/2017 06/01/17 For Rent $2,400 0.0% --
06/02/2014 06/02/14 Sold $455,000 0.0% $664 / Sq Ft
12/24/2013 12/24/13 Pending -- -- --
12/11/2013 12/11/13 Off Market $455,000 -- --
12/05/2013 12/05/13 For Sale $474,900 +26.6% $693 / Sq Ft
05/30/2012 05/30/12 Sold $375,000 -6.2% $547 / Sq Ft
04/02/2012 04/02/12 Pending -- -- --
02/29/2012 02/29/12 For Sale $399,900 -- $584 / Sq Ft

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,051 $608,900 $0 $608,900
2024 $6,142 $563,500 $0 $563,500
2023 $5,930 $552,100 $0 $552,100
2022 $5,947 $546,600 $0 $546,600
2021 $5,832 $546,600 $0 $546,600
2020 $5,414 $512,700 $0 $512,700
2019 $5,297 $502,600 $0 $502,600
2018 $4,971 $474,300 $0 $474,300
2017 $4,830 $456,100 $0 $456,100
2016 $4,645 $422,300 $0 $422,300
2015 $4,911 $405,500 $0 $405,500
2014 $4,724 $375,500 $0 $375,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Andrea Whitcomb

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 512-6900

    Andrea Whitcomb
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Briana Heaney

    Vogt Realty Group

    (617) 327-1050

    9 Total Sales

    Briana Heaney
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  • Ethan Felleman

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Ethan Felleman

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 426-6900

    2 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Ethan Felleman
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  • Judy Pagano

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Judy Pagano

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    5 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    Judy Pagano
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Christina Boudreau

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

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  • Robb Cohen

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Robb Cohen

    Engel & Volkers Boston

    (617) 962-0142

    29 in this area

    107 Total Sales

    Robb Cohen
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Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

242 Beacon St Unit 1, Boston, MA

Homes for Sale in Boston, MA

This home is located at 242 Beacon St Unit 1, Boston, MA 02116 and is currently estimated at $769,184, approximately $1,122 per square foot. 242 Beacon St Unit 1 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Park Street School, Advent School, and Kingsley Montessori School.

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