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Listing broker remarks

22 Joy St is a beautifully maintained single-family townhouse offering the perfect opportunity for those drawn to the architectural character and lifestyle that define Beacon Hill, paired w/ modern comfort. The entry level immediately showcases the home’s timeless charm, featuring exposed beams, a spiral staircase, hardwood floors, and oversized windows that fill the living space with natural light. The kitchen is well-appointed with marble countertops + direct access to a private courtyard patio. Upper levels offer exceptional flexibility, including a comfortable library/ TV room with a wood-burning fireplace and custom built-ins, along with three spacious bedrooms and an additional private outdoor deck. The top-floor primary suite provides a sense of scale rarely found in Beacon Hill, complete with vaulted ceilings and a spa-like bath featuring dual vanities and a clawfoot soaking tub. A finished lower level adds valuable bonus space and ample storage.— Douglas Elliman Real Estate - The Sarkis Team

Key details

  • 3,788 sq ft
  • 1,216 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1890 built
  • $1,028 / sq ft
  • $37,068 2025 taxes
MLS #
7⁠3⁠4⁠9⁠3⁠8⁠6⁠3⁠
Last updated
Address
22 Joy St
Town
Boston, MA
ZIP
02114
Deed (Bk/Pg)
53973 / 117

Historic designations

National Register
Beacon Hill Historic District
Local Historic District
Beacon Hill Historic District (2024 Boundary Increase) · includes D.11
MACRIS Inventory
Loring, C. and Gray, William Stables · includes BOS.14649, BOS.14631, BOS.16137, BOS.16135

What this means for buyers →

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Neighborhood: Boston

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.