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205 Commonwealth Ave # 9, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,152,500
Est. $13,965/month
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,659
Sq Ft
$1,297
Price/Sq Ft
0.04
Acres
1880
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 4, 2024 • MLS# 73284674 Copied!

About this home

SUNNY-SIDE COMMONWEALTH AVE! Resembling a Park Avenue flat, this 3-bed, 2-bath floor-thru in the heart of Back Bay is professionally managed, features direct elevator access & 1 full parking space. Enter the building’s tastefully appointed foyer & take the elevator directly to residence #9. Upon entry one notices the open entertaining space, generous ceiling height & hardwood floors. The sun-filled living room overlooks historic Commonwealth Ave. & features a wood burning fireplace surrounded by floor-to-ceiling built-ins. Entertaining is made easy w/ the centrally located dining room and the large adjacent kitchen with pass-through window. Located at the opposite end of the condo is the fireplaced primary bedroom suite & guest bedroom w/ custom built-ins. 2nd full bath w/ laundry is conveniently located in the hall off the entry foyer. This well-designed home includes a fireplaced 3rd bed w/ skyline views. Ready for customization! Truly a unique opportunity to create your dream home!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner TRUSTEES OF BOSTON COLLEGE
Mailing Address 2051 COMMONWEALTH AVE, BRIGHTON, MA, 02135

Land Use

Use Code 977
Description N/A
Style DORMITORY rm

Tax Information

Assessed Value $5,294,100
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $54,476
CPA Surcharge 1% ($534)
Estimated Annual Tax $55,011

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $1,631,300 $3,662,800 $5,294,100

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: fuzzy_address (65.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,659 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,200,000
Final Sale Price: $2,152,500
Difference: $47,500 (-2.2%)
Performance Metrics
97.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,326
Sale $/sq ft: $1,297
This property sold for $1,297 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.2% below the original asking price.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,659 sq ft
Lot Size 0.04 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Fireplaces 3
Basement N
Laundry First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Elevator

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Slate
Features Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Assigned, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $24,109
Assessed Value $2,211,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Elevator
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Slate
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Assigned, Deeded, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

205 Commonwealth Ave # 9, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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Nearby Schools

School District
Newton School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.3% Low
0.3% Suspensions 0.7% In-School
5.2% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Campus School at Boston College
0.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Mount Alvernia Academy
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Chestnut Hill School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Brimmer + May School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
Newton Country Day School
1.3 mi
Grades 05-12
Jackson School
1.9 mi
Grades K-06
Dearborn Academy School
2.0 mi
Grades 02-12
Fessenden School
3.0 mi
Grades K-09
Learning Prep School
3.3 mi
Grades 02-12
Solomon Schechter Day School
3.4 mi
Grades K-08
M

Middle Schools

4 schools
A+
Bigelow Middle School
1.3 mi | #26 of 352 | Score: 60.6
Improved 44 spots from last year
+2.4 above state avg
434 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Oak Hill Middle School
2.1 mi | #23 of 352 | Score: 60.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
+2.6 above state avg
649 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Charles E Brown Middle School
2.2 mi | #2 of 352 | Score: 66.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
+8.2 above state avg
713 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
F.A. Day Middle School
2.7 mi | #11 of 352 | Score: 63.2
Improved 40 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
860 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

4 schools
Fusion Academy
3.1 mi
Grades 06-12
Clearway School
4.4 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Newton South High School
1.8 mi | #5 of 346 | Score: 77.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
+19.7 above state avg
1,898 students Diverse
20 sports • 2,730 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
A+
Newton North High School
2.1 mi | #7 of 346 | Score: 76.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
+18.3 above state avg
2,096 students Diverse
20 sports • 3,076 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
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Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $872/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

2.2%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 17, 2024
$2,152,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Sep 4, 2024
$2,200,000
Original listing
Agent: Gore Lietzke Group Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 4, 2024 New Listing Added $2,200,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
14 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,297

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $24,109 $2,211,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$24,109
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$872
Monthly
Assessed Value
$2,211,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gore Lietzke Group
Listing Office William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Agent MLS ID TM006550
Office MLS ID M95266
Listing Data Updated Oct 17, 2024 5:08 PM 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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