Description
Charming Victorian-era Colonial in sought-after Metropolitan Hill, beautifully updated for modern living! This light-filled 8-room, 4-bed, 1.5-bath home features a chef’s kitchen (2020) with granite counters, white cabinetry, SS appliances, breakfast bar & pantry. Enjoy the formal dining room with built-in hutch, inviting living room, updated half bath (2020), and a 3-season sunroom (2020). Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms & stylish full bath. The 3rd floor boasts vaulted ceilings—perfect for a 4th bedroom or home office. Major updates: roof & windows (2015), HardiPlank siding (2020), 14 solar panels (2014), gas furnace (2017), hot water tank (2020), 200-amp electric (2018), and 6 new mini-split heat pumps (2024). EV charger included! Located near George Wright Golf Course, Bellevue Hill Park, VFW & Enneking Parkways, Forest Hills & public transit. A commuter’s dream with classic charm and modern comfort!
Address: 496 Beech St, Boston MA 02131
City: Boston
Area: Metropolitan Hill
State/County: Suffolk
Zip: 02131
Country: US
Property Id: 883434
Price: $ 799,000
Property Size: 1,555 ft2
Property Lot Size: 0 ft2
Rooms: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 1.5
ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
BathroomsTotalDecimal: 1.5
BuildingAreaSource: Public Records
BuildingAreaUnits: Square Feet
Basement: Full,Interior Entry
BathroomsFull: 1
BathroomsHalf: 1
CommunityFeatures: Public Transportation,Shopping,Park,Walk/Jog Trails,Golf,Medical Facility,Laundromat,Conservation Area,House of Worship,Public School
Contingency: Inspection
BuildingAreaTotal: 1555
Directions: Washington St or Poplar St to 496 Beech (opposite Winton & Claron)
Disclosures: Owner Occupied Residential Tax Exemption for Fiscal Year 2025 is $3,984.21,Gas furnace & AC for backup. primary heat & AC source is mini-split heat pumps: Excess Production generates Monthly electric credit of $50-80 from Eversource. All information is deemed reliable,but not guaranteed.
ExpirationDate: 1900-01-01
FarmLandAreaUnits: Square Feet
GreenEnergyGeneration: Solar
IDXParticipationYN: 1
ListAgentMlsId: TM334956
ConstructionMaterials: Frame
ListOfficeMlsId: AN5429
ListingAgreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Cooling: Central Air,Ductless
ListingTerms: Contract
LotSizeUnits: Acres
MLSPIN_ANT_SOLD_DATE: 2025-06-06T04:00:00.000Z
DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
Electric: Circuit Breakers,200+ Amp Service
MLSPIN_CERTIFICATE_NUMBER: 000000078565
MLSPIN_COLOR: blue/gray
Flooring: Tile,Hardwood,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
FoundationDetails: Stone
MLSPIN_COOLING_ZONES: 5
MLSPIN_DISCLOSURE: N
MLSPIN_DPR_Flag: Yes
MLSPIN_ENTERED_BY: TM334956
Heating: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Active Solar,Ductless
MLSPIN_HEAT_ZONES: 5
LaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement
MLSPIN_LEAD_PAINT: Unknown
MLSPIN_LISTING_ALERT: No
MLSPIN_LIST_PRICE_PER_SQFT: 513.83
MLSPIN_MAIN_LO: AN6527
ListingContractDate: 2025-04-30
MLSPIN_MARKET_TIME: 8
ListingId: 73367015
MLSPIN_MARKET_TIME_BROKER: 8
MLSPIN_MARKET_TIME_PROPERTY: 8
LotFeatures: Easements
LotSizeArea: 0.08
LotSizeSquareFeet: 3542
MLSPIN_OFFLINE_LIST_NO: 3905972
MLSPIN_OH_FLAG: 1
MLSPIN_PAGE: 83
MLSPIN_PRICE_PER_SQFT: 513.83
MLSPIN_SEWAGE_DISTRICT: MWRA
ParcelNumber: W:18 P:05271 S:000,1392577
MLSPIN_SQUARE_FEET_DISCLOSURES: Gross Living Area is Approx and for informational purposes only.
ParkingFeatures: Paved Drive,Off Street
MLSPIN_SQUARE_FEET_INCL_BASE: No
MLSPIN_TEAM_MEMBER: CN247650,CT008559
MLSPIN_UFFI: Unknown
MLSPIN_VT_FLAG: 1
MLSPIN_YEAR_ROUND: Yes
Roof: Shingle
MlsStatus: Contingent
OriginalListPrice: 799000
OriginatingSystemID: mlspin
OriginatingSystemKey: mlspin
OriginatingSystemName: MLS Property Information Network
ParkingTotal: 1
PatioAndPorchFeatures: Porch - Enclosed,Deck,Patio
PhotosCount: 40
PrivateOfficeRemarks: Please submit any offers by Tuesday 5/6/2025 @ 3 pm. Please send in 1 PDF to SavasTeam@commonmoves.com Please include signed lead paint, proof of funds or updated preapproval showing verification of income, assets & credit.Seller(s) reserve the right to accept a truly exceptional offer prior to offer deadline.
PurchaseContractDate: 2025-05-06
RoadFrontageType: Public
RoomBathroom1Area: 22.4
RoomBathroom1Features: Bathroom - Half
RoomBathroom1Length: 5.6
RoomBathroom1Level: First
RoomBathroom1Width: 4
RoomBathroom2Area: 39.599999
RoomBathroom2Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
RoomBathroom2Length: 6.6
RoomBathroom2Level: Second
RoomBathroom2Width: 6
RoomBedroom2Area: 139.24
RoomBedroom2Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
RoomBedroom2Length: 11.8
RoomBedroom2Level: Second
RoomBedroom2Width: 11.8
RoomBedroom3Area: 95.04
RoomBedroom3Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
RoomBedroom3Length: 9.6
RoomBedroom3Level: Second
RoomBedroom3Width: 9.9
RoomBedroom4Area: 120
RoomBedroom4Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
RoomBedroom4Length: 12
RoomBedroom4Level: Third
RoomBedroom4Width: 10
RoomDiningRoomArea: 140.8
RoomDiningRoomFeatures: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
RoomDiningRoomLength: 12.8
RoomDiningRoomLevel: First
RoomDiningRoomWidth: 11
RoomKitchenArea: 166.95
RoomKitchenFeatures: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Overhead
RoomKitchenLength: 15.9
RoomKitchenLevel: First
RoomKitchenWidth: 10.5
RoomLivingRoomArea: 140.8
RoomLivingRoomFeatures: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
RoomLivingRoomLength: 12.8
RoomLivingRoomLevel: First
RoomLivingRoomWidth: 11
RoomMasterBathroomFeatures: No
RoomMasterBedroomArea: 125.35
RoomMasterBedroomFeatures: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Closet - Double
RoomMasterBedroomLength: 11.5
RoomMasterBedroomLevel: Second
RoomMasterBedroomWidth: 10.9
RoomOfficeArea: 120
RoomOfficeFeatures: Ceiling - Vaulted,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floor Plan,Recessed Lighting
RoomOfficeLength: 12
RoomOfficeLevel: Third
RoomOfficeWidth: 10
Sewer: Public Sewer
ShowingInstructions: Appointment Required,Other (See Special Showing Instructions),Public Showings Begin At First Open Houses This Weekend. Home Is Occupied.
StateOrProvince: MA
StreetName: Beech St
StreetNumber: 496
StreetNumberNumeric: 496
TaxAnnualAmount: 7925
TaxAssessedValue: 684400
TaxBookNumber: 56657
TaxYear: 2025
Utilities: for Gas Range,for Gas Dryer,Washer Hookup
WaterSource: Public
WindowFeatures: Insulated Windows
YearBuiltDetails: Approximate
YearBuiltSource: Public Records
Zoning: R1
YearBuilt: 1910
Office Name: berkshire hathaway homeservices commonwealth real estate
Member Name: jim & mike savas team
Other Features
Closet
Deck
Dishwasher
Disposal
Dryer
Foyer
Foyer
Gas Water Heater
Has Cooling System
Has Heating System
Home Office
Open Floorplan
Open Parking
Patio
Porch - Enclosed
Rain Gutters
Range
Recessed Lighting
Refrigerator
Sun Room
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Washer
Water Heater
$ 4,096.63
per month
- Principal and Interest
- Property Tax
- HOA fee
$ 3,097.88
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