Welcome to 172 Beacon Street, a rare floor-through residence on Beacon's coveted Waterside. Set within an elegant Georgian Revival building, this beautifully appointed 3+ bedroom home features formal living and dining rooms, butler's pantry, expansive storage space, abundant natural light, and four wood-burning fireplaces that add timeless character and charm. The thoughtfully designed layout blends classic architecture with modern convenience, complemented by a well-equipped kitchen and spacious, versatile bedrooms. Residents enjoy direct elevator access, direct access parking, and true white-glove services, including a “high touch” doorman dedicated to just 10 unit owners. A stunning roof deck with grill offers expansive views of the Charles River and Boston skyline, rounding out the perfect setting for relaxation or entertaining. This unique offering delivers privacy, sophistication, and an unmatched lifestyle, moments from the city's finest amenities.
Listed by Jonathan Carlson · Carlson & Company, LLC MLS PIN #73573568 · Updated 10/19/2026, 11:29:00 AM ET
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Senior community
No
Management
Professional - Off Site
Owner occupied units
10
Taxes & property records
Annual property tax
$53,654
Tax year
2025
Assessed value
$4,633,300
Parcel number
W:05 P:02597 S:006,3352634
Zoning
CD
Registry book
62239
Registry page
274
Location & listed schools
City
Boston
County
Suffolk
State
MA
ZIP code
02116
MLS area
Back Bay
Directions
Waterside Beacon between Berkley & Clarendon.
Listing & disclosures
MLS number
73573568
Listing date
2026-09-08
Original entry date
2026-09-08
Status changed
2026-09-08
Listing modified
2026-10-19
Original list price
$4,695,000
Current list price
$4,695,000
List price per sqft
$1,449.07
Days on market
41
Property market time
171
Disclosures
Taxes do not reflect the residential tax exemption.
Disclosure indicator
N
Lead paint
Unknown
Documents available
Master Deed · Unit Deed · Rules & Regs · Floor Plans · Certificate of Insurance
Price & tax details
Current asking price$4,695,000
Original asking price$4,695,000
Listed on2026-09-08
Days on market41
Tax record supplied by MLS
Year
Property tax
Assessed value
2025
$53,654
$4,633,300
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
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2026 MA DESE
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