233 Commonwealth Ave # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$868,800
Est. $5,141/month
Estimate assumptions
20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
Includes the supplied property-tax and HOA inputs; missing inputs contribute $0. HOA fees with an unspecified frequency are treated as monthly. PMI and closing costs are excluded.
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About this home
A hidden gem in the heart of Back Bay’s golden epoch. An exquisitely renovated residence that seamlessly blends timeless Boston character with elevated modern design. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered and fully permitted, creating a turnkey home with exceptional craftsmanship, functionality, and style. Hardwood floors run throughout the home, complemented by modern LED lighting that creates a warm, refined atmosphere from day to night. The beautifully updated kitchen features durable granite countertops, striking black stainless-steel ZLINE appliances, and sophisticated champagne-bronze accents that add a distinctive, designer-inspired finish. A spacious bathroom is truly one of a kind: a luxurious wet-room layout combining a soaking tub and a dual system shower into one seamless, spa-like space. A waterproof TV hung in front of the tub to further elevate your relaxation experience. Clean lines, high-end finishes, and practical design make it both a statement feature and an everyday retreat. Set amid the historic elegance, world-class dining, shopping, and cultural energy of the most desirable neighborhood in the state, Back Bay, this fully renovated home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy classic Boston living with a fresh, modern edge.
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Property History
Market Insights
36.1%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Sep 14, 2026
$868,800
Original listing
Previous Transaction - MLS #73089952
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jan 19, 2024
$555,000
MLS #73089952
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $868,800 | - | - | Original listing |
| 01/19/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $555,000 | - | - | MLS #73089952 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,256 | $552,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$1,256
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$443
Per month
Assessed Value
$552,600
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1886
Living Area
724 sq ft
Stories
1
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Water Treatment
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
Washer Hookup, In Building, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$1,256
Assessed Value
$552,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$443
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Real Estate Tax Includes Residential Exemption. Fireplace Has Been Used, But Buyer And Buyer Agent Must Verify Allinformation And Perform Their Own Due Diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance (6)
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
724 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
724 sq ft above grade
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Remodeled, Gas Stove
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bidet, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Remodeled
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Remodeled
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Paints & Finishes - Low VOC, Remodeled
Display Options
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Water Treatment
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Washer Hookup, In Building, In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1886
Structure Type:
Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water
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
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station
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
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
0.7 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.9 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#766 of 825
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.5 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 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: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 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
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.5 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.3 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 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: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 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: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.3 mi
|
#319 of 346
|
Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 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: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
233 Commonwealth Ave # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Kateryna Kingsbury
Listing Office
Kingsbury Realty PC
Office Phone
617-982-8909
Agent MLS ID
CN261847
Office MLS ID
AN9819
Listing Data Updated
Sep 14, 2026 8:25 AM EDT
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