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486 Beacon St APT 1, Boston, MA, 02115

1beds
1baths
1,036sqft
$1,100,000
$1,062price/sqft
$7,014/moest. monthly cost
$280,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

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.

Getting Around

96
WalkingWalker's Paradise
91
TransitRider's Paradise
90
BikeBiker's Paradise

Schools

3/10
Mel H King ElementaryGrades 2-120.9 mi
--
Carter SchoolGrades 7-120.8 mi
2/10
Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades 9-120.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1800

Materials

  • Roof: Rubber
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Trash Compactor,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Common Area,In Building

Bathroom1

  • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: Basement

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Family Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Basement

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 691
  • Finished area above ground: 345

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,036
  • Total interior livable area: 1,036 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Overhead
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
  • Level: First

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Yes

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
  • Level: Basement

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: W:05 P:03690 S:002,3349367
  • Zoning: CD

Features

  • Entry location: Unit Placement(Below Grade,Street,Front)

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Off Street,Deeded,Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $5,562$66,744
Home Insurance *$34$408
Property Taxes $1,064$12,768
Electricity $354$4,259
Total$7,014$84,168
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$240,480/yr
40% on housing$210,420/yr
45% on housing$187,040/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.3%
7.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.5%
-0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$1,062This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02115$1,014
Suffolk County$575

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02115$1,450
Suffolk County$453

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-29Listed for sale$1,150,000
2024-08-02Listing removed--
2024-05-24Listed for rent$3,400
2021-01-24Listing removed--
2021-01-17Price change$2,650
2020-12-28Listed for rent$2,700
2013-10-03Listing removed$719,000
2013-09-30Price change$719,000
2013-08-07Listed for sale$729,000
2012-10-22Sold$987,800
2012-07-01Listing removed$619,000
2012-06-01Listed for sale$619,000
2012-04-15Listing removed$619,000
2012-03-14Listed for sale$619,000
2002-02-28Sold$440,000
2000-10-02Sold$429,000
1992-01-03Sold$188,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLeavitt + Co Team
BrokerageCompass

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