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178 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,995,000
Est. $12,189/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,263
Sq Ft
$1,580
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1879
Year Built
Condominium
Type
4 hours 58 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Jun 19, 2026 • MLS# 73538767 Copied!

About this home

This unit has it all!! Beautiful, bright, 2bed 2bath, a unique loft, private outdoor space and deeded parking. Walk into an open concept first floor with 14ft ceilings, tons of natural light, updated kitchen, beautiful custom built-in bookcase/credenza in the living room and custom wardrobe closet in the primary en-suite. Step up to the 2nd floor where you'll find a bonus loft,, perfect for an office den or overnight guest. The second bedroom ensuite has tons of storage and in unit laundry and an additional loft space that can be used as an office, gym or space for over flow guest. Lastly, climb the stairs to your private 400 square ft roof deck, perfect for relaxing at the end of day or entertaining guest while enjoying some of the best views the city to offer. Truly, a must see!!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1879
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,263 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
4

Open House Schedule

20
Jun
Saturday, June 20
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1879
Living Area 1,263 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck, Deck - Composite, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Deck - Composite, Deck - Roof + Access Rights

Parking

Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $15,751
Assessed Value $1,360,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1879
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Deck, Deck - Composite, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

178 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.6 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.8 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.9 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 mi | #772 of 824 | Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.4 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.6 mi
UP Academy
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below 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 | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.5 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 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 | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.4 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 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
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.0 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Jun 19, 2026
$1,995,000
Original listing
Agent: Chris Perez Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 19, 2026 New Listing Added $1,995,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
4 hours 58 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,580

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $15,751 $1,360,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$15,751
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$589
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,360,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Chris Perez
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Agent MLS ID CN245688
Office MLS ID AN6192
Listing Data Updated Jun 19, 2026 11:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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