OFF MARKET

Off market jan 2023 for $1.2M

$1,470,492

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,458/mo

•

989

sq ft

249 Newbury St Unit R2, Boston, MA 02116

About this home

Location, location, location! Bright and sunny Newbury Street penthouse in a conveniently located brownstone between Fairfield and Gloucester. Enter this unique home to find high ceilings filled with natural light from the south facing windows and large skylight. The beautiful modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances, Sub Zero refrigerator, Bosh dishwasher, Italian granite, gas cooktop and bar seating. Updated bathroom with double sink vanity, step-in shower and heated floors is adjacent to the primary bedroom and second bedroom. A custom staircase leads you to the expansive private roof deck with stunning views of Back Bay. This unit also offers video entrance, central AC, in-unit laundry, recessed lighting, hardwood floors and a gas fireplace. Easy access to the Mass Pike, public transportation, Prudential Center, Deluca’s Market, CVS and Fenway Park. Option to purchase tandem parking space. See MLS # 73036749

CondoProperty Type

1899Year Built

$1,487Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by The Biega + Kilgore Team • Compass

Bought with Jason Carter • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #73036750

Redfin Estimate

$1,470,492

$190K since sold in January 2023$11K since October

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This home's estimate is 45% higher than the average sale price ($1.01M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 21, 2026
$900,000
A
1 bed1 bath820 sq ft
338 Marlborough St #2, Boston, MA 02115
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$1,050,000
B
2 beds1 bath755 sq ft
320 Commonwealth Ave #41, Boston, MA 02115
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,000,000
C
1 bed1 bath773 sq ft
294 Newbury St Unit 3B, Boston, MA 02115
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$1,395,000
D
2 beds1 bath1,046 sq ft
273 Commonwealth Ave #10, Boston, MA 02116
SOLD SEP 16, 2026
$590,000
E
1 bed1 bath585 sq ft
239 Commonwealth Ave #10, Boston, MA 02116
SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$1,150,500
F
1 bed1 bath825 sq ft
313 Marlborough St #1, Boston, MA 02116

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Market trends in Back Bay West, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

94.7%

3.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.0M

$159K MoM

Avg. days on market

64d

40 days MoM

Recently sold homes

6 MoM

New listings for sale

$1,945,000
2 beds2.5 baths1,880 sq ft
12 Piedmont St Unit 2A, Boston, MA 02116
EARLY ACCESS
$2,700,000
3 beds3 baths2,102 sq ft
173 Beacon St #1, Boston, MA 02116
$719,900
1 bed1 bath814 sq ft
437 Columbus Ave #1, Boston, MA 02116
$615,000
1 bed1 bath597 sq ft
279 Beacon St #2, Boston, MA 02116
$3,595,000
6 beds4 baths3,762 sq ft
31 Fairfield St, Boston, MA 02116
$849,000
1 bed1 bath655 sq ft
167 Commonwealth Ave #8, Boston, MA 02116
$2,200,000
2 beds2 baths1,780 sq ft
274 Beacon St Unit 2R, Boston, MA 02116
$3,050,000
4 beds3 baths2,364 sq ft
22 Lawrence St, Boston, MA 02116
VIDEO TOUR
$650,000
Studio1 bath462 sq ft
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$599,900
Studio1 bath380 sq ft
176 Commonwealth #2, Boston, MA 02116
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Sale history for 249 Newbury St Unit R2

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73036750

Jan 13, 2023

Sold

$1,280,000

$1,294/sq ft

Nov 3, 2022

Price Changed

$1,395,000

$1,411/sq ft

Sep 14, 2022

Listed

$1,425,000

$1,441/sq ft

MLS PIN #71525770

Jul 25, 2013

Sold

$989,000

$1,000/sq ft

Jun 13, 2013

Contingent

—

Jun 6, 2013

Price Changed

$979,000

$990/sq ft

May 15, 2013

Listed

$1,045,000

$1,057/sq ft

This building and unit were stripped down to the studs and meticulously renovated with the finest materials in 2006. This 3rd floor penthouse unit faces south and has an open design living and dining area with two large skylights. The contemporary style kitchen and bathroom are beautifully done. A full staircase with custom hand railings leads to an impressive private deck. Parking directly behind the building is avail for purchase.

Public Records

Aug 18, 2006

Sold

$875,000

$885/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,271 (+0.7%)

$1,235,700

2022

$13,181 (+2.0%)

$1,211,500

2021

$12,927 (+6.7%)

$1,211,500

2020

$12,113 (+2.2%)

$1,147,100

2019

$11,849 (+6.6%)

$1,124,200

2018

$11,113 (+2.9%)

$1,060,400

2017

$10,795 (+3.0%)

$1,019,400

2016

$10,480 (+0.5%)

$952,700

2015

$10,433 (+10.6%)

$861,500

2014

$9,436 (+0.5%)

$750,100

2013

$9,387 (+6.1%)

$714,400

2012

$8,848 (+2.0%)

$678,500

2009

$8,678 (+19.1%)

$678,500

2006

$7,287

$685,500

Tax history for 249 Newbury St Unit R2

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,271 (+0.7%)

$1,235,700

2022

$13,181 (+2.0%)

$1,211,500

2021

$12,927 (+6.7%)

$1,211,500

2020

$12,113 (+2.2%)

$1,147,100

2019

$11,849 (+6.6%)

$1,124,200

2018

$11,113 (+2.9%)

$1,060,400

2017

$10,795 (+3.0%)

$1,019,400

2016

$10,480 (+0.5%)

$952,700

2015

$10,433 (+10.6%)

$861,500

2014

$9,436 (+0.5%)

$750,100

2013

$9,387 (+6.1%)

$714,400

2012

$8,848 (+2.0%)

$678,500

2009

$8,678 (+19.1%)

$678,500

2006

$7,287

$685,500

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

2005

Sq. Ft.

989

Year built

1899

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Suffolk County

APN

4634070

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Tandem, Available for Purchase

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Wood

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Breakfast Bar / Nook

Basement Information
Basement: N

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 4
Flooring: Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 989
StructureType: Rowhouse, Brownstone
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Rubber
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
Exterior Features: Deck - Roof

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Common Walls: No One Above
Entry Level: 3

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $13,304
Tax Year: 2023

Utilities

Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $376.30
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Location Information
Directions: Between Fairfield St. and Gloucester St.
UnparsedAddress: 249 Newbury Street # R2, Boston MA 02116

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Pets Allowed: Yes

Public facts

Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 989
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1899
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Suffolk County
APN: 4634070

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2023

Other

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Mel H King Elementary

Public 2-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

4/10

Snowden Int'L High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

2/10

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Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.40M – $1.69M

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Home values near 249 Newbury St Unit R2

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
249 Newbury St Apartment R1, Boston, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 826 Sq. Ft.	$1,321,718

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