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242 Beacon St 5Boston, MA 02116

Suffolk County

$3,399,000List price
2Beds
2Baths
2,260Sq Ft
1884Year built
0.05Acre lot
1Stories
6 weeks agoOn market

Description

RARE, RENOVATED WATERSIDE HOME FINALLY AVAILABLE: A study in scale, craftsmanship and timeless Boston elegance, this extraordinary single-level residence offers 2,260 SF of beautifully appointed living with views toward the Charles River. Direct elevator access opens to a dramatic black-and-white marble foyer and an expansive living/dining room with soaring ceilings, fireplace and magnificent bow windows capturing river views and natural light. Beautifully proportioned rooms showcase exquisitely restored paneled ceilings, intricate mouldings and handsome millwork throughout. Two generously scaled, king-size bedrooms offer a sense of serenity and privacy, while a spacious dedicated office provides an elegant setting for working from home or quiet retreat. Historic architecture is seamlessly balanced by modern comforts, including a newly updated kitchen, two renovated baths, laundry, central air and parking located directly behind the building. Grand yet understated, this is a rare residence where exceptional architecture, gracious scale, light and views come together beautifully.

Property Information

Property type
Residential
Sub-type
Condominium
Year built
1884
Stories
1
Living area
2,260 Sq Ft
Lot size
0.05 acres
Parking spaces
1
Zoning
CD
Days on market
42
MLS® Listing#
73583289

Property Features

Interior
Wired for Sound · Open Floorplan · Crown Molding
Appliances
Range · Oven · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Refrigerator · Washer · Dryer
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air · Baseboard
Flooring
Wood · Marble
Fireplace
Living Room
Parking
Off Street
Laundry
In Unit
Lot features
Waterfront
Construction
Brick
Roof
Rubber
Windows
Insulated Windows
Security
Security System
Community
Pool · Tennis Court(s) · Park
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water source
Public

Rooms

Third

  • Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom 2
  • Bedroom 2
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Master Bedroom

Financial Details

HOA
$1,510 / Monthly
Annual taxes
$44,443Tax year 2026
Assessed value
$3,584,100
Parcel number
W:05 P:02630 S:010,3351014

Directions

Between Dartmouth and Exeter

Listing Courtesy: Compass - 6172063333

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