5 Joy #Res One · Boston

FOR SALE · MLS #73514641

$5,500,000

beds
3
baths
3.5
sqft
2,974

5 Joy #Res One

Boston, MA 02108

LOCATION

Property location

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On Joy Street between Mt. Vernon Street and Beacon Street; Half block from Boston Common.

Home type
Condominium
Interior living area
2,974 sqft
Year built
1900
Lot size
1,750 sqft (about 0.04 acres)
Parking spaces
1
Price per sqft
$1,849/sqft
HOA fee
$1,665.52 · Monthly

About this home

Hidden within one of Beacon Hill’s coveted classic brownstones, this extraordinary residence showcases an exceptionally rare private garden with more than 1,750 square feet of landscaped outdoor space tailored for elegant entertaining and peaceful retreat. Originally home to the Appalachian Mountain Club for nearly a century, the property was meticulously transformed in 2019, blending historic character with modern luxury through a complete renovation featuring designer finishes, custom millwork, and top-tier appliances. Grand proportions, soaring ceilings architectural detail, and exquisite craftsmanship define the interiors, while the open-concept main level transitions effortlessly to the expansive yard, creating a unique indoor-outdoor experience rarely found in Boston. Spanning two spacious levels, the residence is offered fully furnished, with all furnishings included in the sale price. Moments from the State House and Boston Common, this Beacon Hill offering is one of a kind.

Listed by Georgia Balafas · Corcoran Property Advisors
MLS PIN #73514641 · Updated 5/11/2026, 3:05:00 AM ET

Building & association

Building name
5 Joy Street Condominium
Total units
3
Building stories
2
Entry level
1
Owner-occupied units
3
HOA fee includes
Heat · Electricity · Gas · Water · Sewer · Insurance · Maintenance Structure · Snow Removal · Reserve Funds
Association amenities
Hot Water · Elevator(s)
Pets allowed
Yes w/ Restrictions

From MLS fields in this listing. Confirm association rules and fees with the association documents.

Facts & features

Home overview
Property subtype
Condominium
Property category
Residential
MLS status
Active
Building name
5 Joy Street Condominium
Bedrooms
3
Full bathrooms
3
Half bathrooms
1
Total bathrooms
3.5
Total rooms
8
Living area
2,974 sqft
Living area source
Public Record
Above grade finished area
2,174 sqft
Below grade finished area
800 sqft
Building area
2,974
Building area units
Square Feet
Building area source
Public Records
Area includes basement
Yes
Area disclosures
Public records lists total living area as 2,974; below grade living area approximate.
Stories
2
Building stories
2
Entry level
1
Entry location
Unit Placement(Garden)
Unit building
Res One
Interior & systems
Heating
Heat Pump
Heating available
Yes
Heating zones
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling available
Yes
Appliances
Range · Oven · Dishwasher · Disposal · Refrigerator · Freezer · Washer · Dryer · Range Hood · Wine Cooler
Flooring
Hardwood · Flooring - Hardwood
Interior features
Recessed Lighting · Decorative Molding · Bathroom - Half · Lighting - Sconce · Lighting - Overhead · Countertops - Upgraded · Wet bar · Closet · Office · Bathroom · Wet Bar · Wired for Sound
Laundry
First Floor · In Unit
Basement
N
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace features
Living Room
Other equipment
Intercom
Security features
Intercom · Security System
Windows
Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Doors
Pocket Door
Primary bathroom features
Yes
Room details

Primary bedroom

Level
First
Area
256.25 sqft
Length
18.75 ft
Width
13.67 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink · Walk-In Closet(s) · Flooring - Hardwood · Double Vanity · Exterior Access · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Crown Molding

Bedroom 2

Level
First
Area
152.83 sqft
Length
14 ft
Width
10.92 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Closet · Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built · Flooring - Hardwood · Exterior Access · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Slider

Bedroom 3

Level
First
Area
273.21 sqft
Length
20.75 ft
Width
13.17 ft
Features
Bathroom - Full · Closet · Flooring - Hardwood · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled

Living room

Level
Main,Second
Area
459.33 sqft
Length
26.5 ft
Width
17.33 ft
Features
Bathroom - Half · Closet · Flooring - Hardwood · Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box · Wet Bar · Open Floorplan · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Wainscoting · Crown Molding

Dining room

Level
Main,Second
Area
124.14 sqft
Length
9.08 ft
Width
13.67 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Window(s) - Picture · Balcony / Deck · Exterior Access · Open Floorplan · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Slider · Crown Molding · Decorative Molding

Family room

Level
Main,Second
Area
181.11 sqft
Length
13.33 ft
Width
13.58 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Window(s) - Picture · Exterior Access · Open Floorplan · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Slider · Crown Molding

Kitchen

Level
Main,Second
Area
183.36 sqft
Length
13.42 ft
Width
13.67 ft
Features
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built · Flooring - Hardwood · Breakfast Bar / Nook · Cabinets - Upgraded · Exterior Access · Open Floorplan · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Stainless Steel Appliances · Gas Stove

Office

Level
Main
Area
159.39 sqft
Length
12.67 ft
Width
12.58 ft
Features
Flooring - Hardwood · Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Decorative Molding · Pocket Door

Bathroom 1

Level
First
Area
79.48 sqft
Length
8.75 ft
Width
9.08 ft
Features
Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink · Bathroom - With Shower Stall · Bathroom - With Tub · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom 2

Level
First
Area
41.09 sqft
Length
5.08 ft
Width
8.08 ft
Features
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom 3

Level
First
Area
41.76 sqft
Length
5.17 ft
Width
8.08 ft
Features
Bathroom - With Shower Stall · Recessed Lighting · Remodeled · Lighting - Sconce

Price & tax details

Current asking price$5,500,000
Original asking price$5,500,000
Listed on2026-05-07
Days on market119
Tax record supplied by MLS
YearProperty taxAssessed value
2026$65,007.2$5,191,600

These records are supplied by the current listing. Assessed value is not market value; confirm taxes with the local assessor.

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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION

Schools & performance

2026 MA DESE

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24DESE percentile

Nearby public school · not assigned

Boston Arts Academy

Grades 9 · 10 · 11 · 12

Straight-line distance 0.36 km

Progress toward targets 20%

—DESE percentile

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Boston Adult Tech Academy

Grades 11 · 12

Straight-line distance 1.05 km

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71DESE percentile

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Quincy Elementary School

Grades PK · K · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5

Straight-line distance 1.11 km

Progress toward targets 62%

37DESE percentile

Nearby public school · not assigned

Quincy Upper School

Grades 6 · 7 · 8 · 9 · 10 · 11 · 12

Straight-line distance 1.16 km

Progress toward targets 43%

85DESE percentile

Nearby public school · not assigned

Eliot K-8 Innovation School

Grades PK · K · 1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8

Straight-line distance 1.34 km

Progress toward targets 58%

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