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226 Commonwealth Ave. # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,899,000
Est. $17,309/month
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,569
Sq Ft
$1,848
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1880
Year Built
Condominium
Type
8 hours 33 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Mar 23, 2026 • MLS# 73490158 Copied!

About this home

Stunning 2+ bedroom parlor duplex on iconic Commonwealth Avenue, blending modern luxury with classic charm. This newly renovated home features an open floor plan with ornate12-foot ceilings, an oversized fireplace, floor-to-ceiling built-ins, hardwood floors, and a large bay window overlooking the Comm Ave Mall. The well-designed kitchen offers marble countertops and new stainless-steel appliances, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A powder room and two south-facing bedrooms are located on the parlor level, which includes a spacious primary suite with custom closets and a luxurious en-suite bath featuring a marble double vanity and oversized glass shower. A wide spiral staircase leads to the lower level with high ceilings and large windows. This versatile level includes a large sitting room with a custom queen-size Murphy bed and marble full bath, making it an ideal family room, guest suite, or third bedroom. Deeded storage and direct access to 2 tandem parking spaces.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,569 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Open House Schedule

29
Mar
Sunday, March 29
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
28
Mar
Saturday, March 28
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
24
Mar
Tuesday, March 24
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,569 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Tandem, Deeded
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $21,604
Assessed Value $2,077,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom, Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Slate
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Tandem, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

226 Commonwealth Ave. # 1, 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
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.3 mi
Grades K-06
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
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
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
0.8 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
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
2.0 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
7.1 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
1.5 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
0.9 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.3 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
1.4 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
2.3 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
2.8 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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Listed for Sale
Mar 23, 2026
$2,899,000
Original listing
Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 23, 2026 New Listing Added $2,899,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
8 hours 33 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,848

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $21,604 $2,077,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$21,604
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$650
Monthly
Assessed Value
$2,077,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Isabella Bruno
Listing Office William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Agent MLS ID CN258511
Office MLS ID AC1396
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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