See Home Value
$31,000,000
House - Off Market

56 Beacon Street

Boston, MA 02108
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
8 Baths, 3 Half Baths
$165,997
Estimated Monthly
$0
HOA / Fees
-0.30%
Cap Rate

About This Property

Extraordinary opportunity to own a stately single family townhouse overlooking Boston Common that seamlessly blends historic elegance w/ modern luxury. Beyond the stately entrance & elegant dining room is the chefs kitchen open to the family room overlooking the backyard garden oasis. The grand double parlor boasts 12' ceilings, wet bar & mahogany paneled office w/ inviting outdoor deck. The primary suite level offers a luxury bath w/ soaking tub & separate shower. The versatile floor plan on the upper levels consist of 4 generously sized rooms, some w/ en suite bathrooms. The lower level presents an au pair suite. This stunning residence features a host of desirable features: 4-CAR GARAGE, elevator, 8 fireplaces add to the homes ambiance & 4 outdoor living areas including a roof terrace w/ panoramic city views. Beacon Hill is renowned for charming boutiques, restaurants, cobblestone streets, iconic gas lanterns which create a picturesque setting that transport you to a bygone era.
Unit Size
-
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.10 acres
Price per sqft
-
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$13,781
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1819
Last updated: 4 months ago (MLSPIN #73125070)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jan 9, 2024 Temporarily off market -
Temporarily off market
Jun 14, 2023 Listed by Compass $31,000,000
Listed by Compass
Feb 15, 2023 Sold $28,250,000
Sold
Jun 30, 2015 Sold $11,500,000
Sold
Mar 17, 2015 Listed by Cabot & Company $11,900,000
Listed by Cabot & Company
One-of-a-kind Beacon Hill townhouse overlooking Boston Common. Complete with elevator to all levels, 4-car heated garage, garden terrace and 2 decks, this 10,000 +/-SF home offers updated and luxurious family living in Boston's most historic neighborhood. Beyond the stately entrance and formal dining room on the first level is the French country-style kitchen open to the family room with glassed-enclosed eating area overlooking the spacious bluestone terrace. The high parlor level features…

Property Highlights

Garage
Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
With View

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1819
  • Effective Year Built: 2009
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 17
  • Bedroom Count: 6
  • Bathroom Count: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Partial Bathrooms: 7
  • Building Condition: Excellent
  • Building Style: Other
  • Exterior Walls Type: Brick
  • Roof Shape Type: Gable
  • Roof Cover Type: Slate
  • Floor Count: 5
  • Living Units: 1
  • Basement Type: Building with no basement
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: Garage
  • Parking Space Count: 4

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4,350
  • Total Building Area: 9,439
  • Gross Building Area: 10,858
  • Building Area: 9,439
  • Building Area Measurement: Living Area

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Heating: Forced air unit
  • Heated Square Feet: 9,439
  • Heating Fuel Type: unknown

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: unknown
  • Water Service: unknown

Building

  • Property Class: Residential
  • Land Acres: 0.1
  • Standard Land Use Code: Single family residential

Ownership

  • Current Owner : 56 BEACON STREET NT
  • Current Owner 2: NT TSVCS LLC TR
  • Previous Owner : J FOLLIARD IV T T
  • Owner Before Previous Owner: 56 BEACON STREET NT
  • Owner Before Previous Owner 2: MCDERMOTT
  • Ownership Rights Codes: Revocable Trust
  • Current Owner Is a Corporation Indicator: Yes

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Boston School District
  • Census Tract: 020101

Zoning

  • Zoning: R1

Geography

  • Parcel: CBOS W:05 P:01427 S:000
  • Municipality: BOSTON-CENTRAL BOSTON
  • Latitude: 42.3567
  • Longitude: -71.0684

    Address

  • Full Address: 56 Beacon St
  • Address - House Number: 56
  • Address - Street Name: Beacon
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Boston
  • Carrier Code: C015
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 3531
  • Zip Code: 02108

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $162,947

    Open Liens

  • Total Open Liens: 1
  • Total Open Liens Amount: $15,900,000
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Lender: MORGAN STANLEY CREDIT CORP
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Feb 15, 2023
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Financing Type: Adjustable Rate
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $15,900,000
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Position: 1
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: Purchase Money Mortgage
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Feb 15, 2053

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $15,172,000
  • Assessed Land Value: $6,152,700
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $9,019,300

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Feb 15, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Feb 15, 2023
  • Current Sale Transaction ID: 11902443557
  • Current Sale Price: $28,250,000
  • Current Sale Document Type: Quit Claim Deed (arm's length)
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 9557
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Aug 09, 2018
  • Previous Sale Document Type: Deed

    Last Sale Mortgage

  • First Mortgage Lender: MORGAN STANLEY CREDIT CORP
  • First Mortgage Transaction Date: Feb 15, 2023
  • First Mortgage Loan Amount: $15,900,000
  • First Mortgage Terms: 360
  • First Mortgage Loan Type: Purchase Money Mortgage

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: Adjustable Rate

    Previous Mortgages

  • Previous Mortgage Lender: GOLDMAN SACHS BANK US
  • Previous Mortgage Transaction Date: Aug 09, 2018
  • Previous Mortgage Financing Type: Adjustable Rate
  • Previous Mortgage Loan Amount: $8,050,000
  • Previous Mortgage Term: 360
  • Previous Mortgage Loan Type: ARM (Adjustable Rate Mortgage as of August, 2009)
  • Previous Mortgage Loan Due Date: Aug 01, 2048



Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
Other
Loft
26 Baths
-
$25,000,000 Nov 9, 2016
$25,000,000 Mar 30, 2017
$14,796/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 56 Beacon Street built and last sold?
The property at 56 Beacon Street was built in 1819 and last sold on Feb 15, 2023 for $28,250,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 56 Beacon Street is $31,310,000.
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