175 Commonwealth Avenue # B, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay

$3,250,000

Est. $20,159/month

2

Beds

3

Baths

2,271

Sq Ft

$1,431

Price/Sq Ft

0.05

Acres

1878

Year Built

Condominium

Type

179

Days on Market

Active Price Drop -$250,000 Listed Jun 26, 2025 • MLS# 73397121 Copied!

About this home

Spectacular light-filled Commonwealth Ave. Grand Parlor offers an unparalleled living experience in the heart of historic Back Bay. A timeless traditional and contemporary renovation features original detail, hardwood floors, and 11’ ceilings throughout with over 1,700sf on the main level. The voluminous living room overlooking tree-lined Comm Ave. Mall boasts expansive art walls and is generously proportioned for multiple seating areas for both entertaining and quiet enjoyment. A bookshelf-lined hallway leads to an architectural dining room with coffered, illuminated ceilings and ample space for an 8-seater table. Well-designed custom kitchen. The exquisite primary suite features superb plaster ceilings & leaded glass windows, two full baths, and inspiring volume. An architectural staircase connects the lower level comprising a second suite plus laundry & storage. Thoughtful front garden, elegant entry with craftsman-quality wood detailing, elevator. Direct access parking for 1 car.

Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1878

Bedrooms

2

Full Bathrooms

3

Living Area

2,271 sq ft

Total Rooms

5

Stories

2

Entry Level

2

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Condominium

Year Built 1878

Living Area 2,271 sq ft

Lot Size 0.05 acres

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 3

Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Heat Pump

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Wood, Tile

Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 2

Basement N

Laundry None

Features None

Exterior

Construction None

Architecture None

Roof None

Features Garden

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Assigned, Exclusive Parking

Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $26,303

Assessed Value $2,271,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile

Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Interior Features:

Windows:

Basement: N

Laundry:

Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1878

Structure Type: Townhouse

Exterior Materials:

Roof:

Foundation:

Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump

Cooling: Central Air

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Garden

Patio & Porch:

Fencing:

Other Structures:

Lot Features:

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1

Parking Features: Assigned, Exclusive Parking

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2

Fireplace Type:

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

175 Commonwealth Avenue # B, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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Nearby Schools

School District

Boston School District local

D

🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021

52% attend college

38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working

⚠ School Safety 2024-25

3.7% Above Average

3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency

↓ 1.8% below state avg

E

Elementary Schools

10 schools

The Learning Project

0.2 mi

Grades K-06

Kingsley Montessori School

0.2 mi

Grades PK-06

Park Street School

0.5 mi

Grades K-07

Advent School

0.6 mi

Grades K-06

C-

Melvin H. King South End Academy

0.6 mi | #34 of 38 | Score: 37.5

-20.8 below state avg

125 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-12

D

Blackstone Elementary School

0.8 mi | #896 of 1,065 | Score: 46.0

-12.2 below state avg

582 students Moderate

Grades PK-06

Kids Are People School

0.9 mi

Grades PK-12

C

Hurley K-8 School

0.9 mi | #284 of 480 | Score: 50.9

-7.3 below state avg

335 students Moderate

Grades PK-08

C-

Perkins Elementary School

1.1 mi | #770 of 1,065 | Score: 52.8

-5.5 below state avg

167 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades PK-06

C-

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

1.5 mi | #294 of 480 | Score: 49.2

-9 below state avg

689 students Diverse

Rising School

Grades PK-08

M

Middle Schools

10 schools

Middle School Academy

2.0 mi

D

Higginson/Lewis K-8 School

2.2 mi | #323 of 480 | Score: 46.4

-11.8 below state avg

213 students Diverse

Rising School

Grades 03-08

Nativity Prep School

2.4 mi

Grades 05-08

B

Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School

2.8 mi | #8 of 16 | Score: 48.8

-9.4 below state avg

1,126 students Diverse

Rising School College Ready Curriculum

Grades 05-08

Mother Caroline Academy

3.1 mi

Grades 05-08

Dearborn Middle School

3.1 mi

Epiphany School

4.1 mi

Grades 05-08

C

Ohrenberger School

7.2 mi | #256 of 480 | Score: 53.1

-5.1 below state avg

477 students Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 03-08

Timilty Middle

1.6 mi

UP Academy

2.0 mi

H

High Schools

10 schools

Newman School

0.1 mi

Grades 07-12

C

Quincy Upper School

0.9 mi | #266 of 585 | Score: 61.7

+3.5 above state avg

557 students Very Diverse

12 sports • 208 athletes

High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-12

Cathedral High School

0.9 mi

9 sports • 430 athletes

Grades 07-12

A-

Boston Latin School

1.5 mi | #90 of 585 | Score: 74.8

+16.6 above state avg

2,424 students Very Diverse

18 sports • 2,006 athletes

Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body

Grades 07-12

B

O'Bryant School of Math & Science

1.5 mi | #165 of 585 | Score: 69.2

+11 above state avg

1,509 students Very Diverse

High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body

Grades 07-12

C+

Dearborn STEM Academy

1.8 mi | #26 of 38 | Score: 49.0

-9.2 below state avg

565 students Diverse

10 sports • 242 athletes

Early College Program Rising School

Grades 07-12

D

Charlestown High School

2.2 mi | #339 of 585 | Score: 47.8

-10.4 below state avg

754 students Diverse

11 sports • 488 athletes

Early College Program Rising School

Grades 07-12

A

Boston Latin Academy

2.5 mi | #6 of 38 | Score: 70.7

+12.5 above state avg

1,693 students Very Diverse

17 sports • 1,298 athletes

High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body

Grades 07-12

Meridian Academy

3.0 mi

Grades 06-09

C

Ruth Batson Academy

3.0 mi | #28 of 38 | Score: 45.3

-12.9 below state avg

604 students Diverse

8 sports • 128 athletes

Early College Program Rising School

Grades 07-12

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Agent Changed

Dec 22, 2025

Less Arnold → Alan Duggan

Agent: Alan Duggan

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Jun 26, 2025

$3,250,000

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Agent: Less Arnold Office: Compass

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
12/22/2025	👤 Agent Changed	-	-	-	Less Arnold → Alan Duggan
06/26/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$3,250,000	-	-	Original listing

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Date	Event	Price	Change
Jun 26, 2025	New Listing Added	$3,250,000	—

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Days on Market

179 days

Price per Sq Ft

$1,431

Total Price Drop

-$250,000

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Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$26,303	$2,271,400

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Tax Year 2025

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