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226 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,199,000
Est. $13,295/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,569
Sq Ft
$1,402
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
104
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 13, 2022 • MLS# 72981352 Copied!

About this home

Picturesque views of the Commonwealth Ave Mall from this elegant & spacious 2 bed + duplex (easily converted to a 3 bed). The open floorplan with 12 ft ornate ceilings is ideal for formal entertaining or casual family living. Dining area is adjacent to the fireplaced living room, which features large windows that overlook the beautiful tree lined Comm Ave Mall across from the new Quin House Club. The renovated galley kitchen is open to the main living space. Both of the south facing bedrooms are located on the parlor level. The large primary bedroom has an abundance of closet storage and the renovated bath can be directly accessed the from the main bedroom or the hall. Floor-to-ceiling bookcases complete the guest bedroom. Coat closet & laundry are also on this main level. The lower-level is connected by a large, wide spiral staircase & features high ceilings & 2nd renovated full bath. Currently being used as a huge family room & office. Direct access to deeded storage & parking.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SUNGUR EVREN
Mailing Address 226 COMMONWEALTH AV #4, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $2,476,900
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $25,487
CPA Surcharge 1% ($245)
Estimated Annual Tax $25,732

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: geocode_proximity (85.8% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,569 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,395,000
Final Sale Price: $2,199,000
Difference: $196,000 (-8.2%)
Performance Metrics
91.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
104
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,526
Sale $/sq ft: $1,402
This property sold for $1,402 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.2% below the original asking price.

At 104 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,402/sq ft
Area Average
$300/sq ft
Difference
+367.8%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,569 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Carpet
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Other
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Stone
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Rented, Tandem, Deeded
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $16,409
Assessed Value $1,508,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Other
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials: Stone
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
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: Rented, Tandem, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

226 Commonwealth Avenue # 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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Property History

Market Insights

2.2%
Price Range
105
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 11, 2022
$2,199,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 105
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Listed for Sale
May 13, 2022
$2,249,000
Original listing
Agent: Gabrielle Baron Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 13, 2026 Sold $2,899,000
May 13, 2022 New Listing Added $2,249,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
104 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,402

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $16,409 $1,508,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$16,409
Tax Year 2022
HOA Fee
$608
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,508,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gabrielle Baron
Listing Office William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Agent MLS ID CN207311
Office MLS ID AC1396
Listing Data Updated Oct 11, 2022 3:40 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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