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$5,500,000

5 Joy, Boston MA 02108
Boston, MA 02108
Listed by Georgia Balafas
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3.5
Living area
2,974 sqft
Year built
1900

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.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
MLS Property Information Network
MLS #
73514641
Property type
Condominium
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
169
On market date
May 7, 2026
Stories
2
Total bathrooms
3.5
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
1
Lot size
0.04 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Josiah Quincy
0.7 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
711
Student:teacher ratio
10.9:1
District
Boston
Middle
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.65 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
279
Student:teacher ratio
7.5:1
District
Cambridge
High
Boston Adult Academy
0.66 mi away · Grades 11-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
120
Student:teacher ratio
6.7:1
District
Boston

Walkability

Blended score for Boston's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

88
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
16.0 / 20 -- Most walkable
Google Places amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores20
Parks20
Schools20
Transit stops20
Pharmacies20

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Boston, from live MLS data.

On the market 169 days -- 44 more days than Boston's current average of 125 days.
For reference, the median list price across 8,949 active listings in Boston right now is $85,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$33,272/mo
$1,100,000 down
$4,400,000 loan
Principal & interest$28,538
Property tax (est.)$4,583
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by MLS Property Information Network via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated May 11, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.