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Carved wood arches and columns framing three doorways over inlaid marble floors, with arched windows beyond

Presented by Creatini Group

Full-floor Back Bay residence

260 Beacon, Unit 4, Boston, MA 02116

Price improved

Previously $3,850,000now $3,750,000

Overview

A full floor on the water side of Beacon Street, where the architecture of 1880s Back Bay meets a private terrace above the Charles.

Bedrooms
2
Baths
2 full, 1 half
Square feet
2,600
Built
1880
  • Full-floor residence in a Peabody & Stearns brownstone
  • Private terrace with Charles River views
  • Direct elevator access and one deeded parking space
Sitting room under a pale blue vaulted ceiling, with tall arched windows and an inlaid marble floor

Chapter 1 of 5

The enfilade

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Carved arches frame a run of rooms from the front of the house to the back, over inlaid marble floors. About 2,600 square feet on one level, reached by a private elevator.

Carved arches opening onto a marble-floored gallery with glass doors to the terrace
Paneled living room with a marble fireplace, arched windows, a coffered ceiling and a sunburst chandelier

Chapter 2 of 5

Three fireplaces

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Paneled walls, high ceilings, and arched windows. Three ornate fireplaces anchor the living and entertaining rooms.

Marble fireplace with green inlay in a paneled room, with a carved mirror and brass sconces
La Cornue range in white and brass beneath a stainless hood, set against a marble backsplash

Chapter 3 of 5

The kitchen

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Renovated around a La Cornue range, with Italian porcelain countertops and custom cabinetry.

White kitchen with a marble island, brass pendant light and a range set into marble-clad walls
Primary bedroom with a fireplace, a crystal chandelier, two windows over the trees and an upholstered bed

Chapter 4 of 5

Two suites

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Two bedrooms, each with its own full bath. The marble-clad primary bath has a double walk-in shower; a separate half bath serves guests.

Marble walk-in shower with glass walls beside a white vanity in the primary bath
Primary bath.
Private terrace with pavers, an iron railing and planters along the brick rear of the building

Chapter 5 of 5

The terrace

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A private terrace off the back of the house, and the Charles a block away. One deeded parking space, central air, and laundry in the unit.

Aerial view over Back Bay rooftops to the Charles River and the Cambridge shore
Back Bay and the Charles.

Boston

Massachusetts

The water side of Beacon Street, between the Public Garden and Massachusetts Avenue. The Esplanade is a block away; Newbury Street and Copley Square are a short walk south.

Coordinates
42.35365° N, 71.08026° W

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Map style by OpenFreeMap.

Aerial view over Back Bay rooftops to the Charles River and the Cambridge shore
Back Bay and the Charles.

At a glance

Key facts

Status
For sale
List price
$3,750,000
Property type
Residence
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2 full, 1 half
Living area
2,600 sq ft
Year built
1880
Property tax
$38,008 per year
MLS #
73577309

Details

Features and systems

Interior

Total bedrooms
2
Total bathrooms
3
Full bathrooms
2
Half bathroom
1
Laundry room
First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Flooring
Marble, Hardwood
Fireplace
Living Room
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Other interior features
Home Office

Area & Lot

Living area
2,600 Sq.Ft.
Total area
2,600 Sq.Ft.
Type
Condo
Year built
1880
Neighborhood
Boston

Exterior

Stories
1
Water source
Public
Utilities
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Roof
Rubber
Parking
Deeded
Heat type
Central, Forced Air, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant)
Air conditioning
Central Air
Sewer
Public Sewer
Hoa amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
Other exterior features
Deck, Balcony

Financial

Real estate tax
$38,008/yr
Hoa
$1,591/mo
Zoning
CD

Monthly estimate

Estimated payment

$21,639per month

Principal and interest
$18,472
Property tax
$3,167

An illustration, not a loan offer or a valuation. Principal and interest assume 20% down ($750,000) and a 30-year fixed rate of 6.25%. Property tax is from the MLS record. Insurance is not included. Rates and terms vary by lender.

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Listing information

Property type
Residential
Status
For sale
On market
Yes
MLS #
73577309
Street
260 Beacon
Unit
4
Town
Boston
State
MA
List price
$3,750,000
Listing office
eXp Realty
Listing agent
Federico Creatini

Listed by Federico Creatini, Creatini Group, eXp Realty

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