255 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,850,000
Est. $15,169/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,183
Sq Ft
$1,306
Price/Sq Ft
1901
Year Built
Condominium
Type
92
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73388023

About this home

A rare blend of grandeur and comfort on one of Back Bay’s most iconic streets, this parlor duplex welcomes you with soaring ceilings, natural light & volume of space. Located on the highly coveted sunny side of Commonwealth Ave, this home features convenient city living with direct access parking, elevator and almost 2,200 square feet across only two levels. The expansive chef’s kitchen offers Thermadore ovens/fridg full size wine fridge, large center island with seating for 4 and is open to the sprawling living/dining ares with beautiful marble fireplace and oversized bay windows overlooking Comm Ave. Custom built-ins throughout allow for exceptional storage space. The serene king-sized primary suite features a spa-like en-suite bath w/double sink vanity, large tub and step-in shower. A walk-in closet and home office space make this the ultimate primary escape. Two additional bedrooms, bonus playroom/ office/ versatile space and a full bath complete this wonderful Back Bay offering!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $3,250,000
Final Sale Price: $2,850,000
Difference: $400,000 (-12.3%)
Performance Metrics
87.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
92
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,489
Sale $/sq ft: $1,306
This property sold for $1,306 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 12.3% below the original asking price.

At 92 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1901
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,183 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Interior Features

Heating
Forced Air
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
2
Basement Details
N

Exterior & Structure

Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
1
Parking Features
Off Street, Tandem

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

HOA Fee
$1,363
Association Amenities
Elevator(s)
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$27,409
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$2,688,200
Parcel Number
3346542
Zoning
RES

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

255 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $2,284
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $1,363
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

Sold
Sep 19, 2025
Property sold
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 9, 2025
$2,999,000
Original listing
Agent: The Biega + Kilgore Team Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 9, 2025 New Listing Added $2,999,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
92 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,306

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $27,409 $2,688,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$27,409
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$1,363
Per month
Assessed Value
$2,688,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Biega + Kilgore Team
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM324795
Office MLS ID AN2383

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