233 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$555,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$699,000
Final Sale Price:
$555,000
Difference:
$144,000 (-20.6%)
Performance Metrics
79.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
274
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$965
Sale $/sq ft:
$767
This property sold for $767 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 20.6% below the original asking price.
At 274 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
About this home
Welcome to 233 Commonwealth Avenue located in the heart of vibrant Back Bay, steps to shopping, dining and everything this amazing Boston address has to offer. Enjoy Back Bay living in this front facing open concept one bedroom unit in an elegant and professionally managed building. Upon entering the unit, you will be welcomed by refinished hardwood floors, freshly painted interior, a functional kitchen, spacious bedroom and views of the Prudential Tower while relaxing in the separate and charming living area. Condo fee includes heat and hot water! Vacant and easy to show.
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Property History
Market Insights
36.1%
Price Range
267
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73576577
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Sep 14, 2026
$868,800
MLS #73576577 - Active
Sold
Jan 19, 2024
$555,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 267
Listed for Sale
Mar 22, 2023
$579,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Lord
Office: Capital Realty Group
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $868,800 | - | - | MLS #73576577 - Active |
| 01/19/2024 | ✓ Sold | $555,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/22/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $579,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,330 | $537,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,330
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$397
Monthly
Assessed Value
$537,600
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1886
Living Area
724 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Building
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
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,330
Assessed Value
$537,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$397 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Real Estate Tax Includes Residential Exemption. Fireplace Has Not Been Used. Buyer And Buyer Agent Must Verify All Information And Perform Their Own Due Diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
267 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
724 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
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:
Community Amenities:
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 Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michael Lord
Listing Office
Capital Realty Group
Office Phone
508-395-8333
Agent MLS ID
CT002574
Office MLS ID
AN7811
Listing Data Updated
Jan 20, 2024 10:26 AM EST
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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