




486 Beacon St APT 1, Boston, MA, 02115
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
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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
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,562 | $66,744 |
| Home Insurance * | $34 | $408 |
| Property Taxes | $1,064 | $12,768 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $7,014 | $84,168 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000 |
| 2024-08-02 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-05-24 | Listed for rent | $3,400 |
| 2021-01-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-01-17 | Price change | $2,650 |
| 2020-12-28 | Listed for rent | $2,700 |
| 2013-10-03 | Listing removed | $719,000 |
| 2013-09-30 | Price change | $719,000 |
| 2013-08-07 | Listed for sale | $729,000 |
| 2012-10-22 | Sold | $987,800 |
| 2012-07-01 | Listing removed | $619,000 |
| 2012-06-01 | Listed for sale | $619,000 |
| 2012-04-15 | Listing removed | $619,000 |
| 2012-03-14 | Listed for sale | $619,000 |
| 2002-02-28 | Sold | $440,000 |
| 2000-10-02 | Sold | $429,000 |
| 1992-01-03 | Sold | $188,000 |
