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311 Commonwealth Avenue # 61, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • Back Bay
$1,456,000
Est. $9,045/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,050
Sq Ft
$1,387
Price/Sq Ft
1870
Year Built
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 7, 2020 • MLS# 72653037 Copied!

About this home

Rarely available in Back Bay – the beauty, calm and convenience of a sunny-side corner on Commonwealth Avenue. Classic pre-war elevator building with only two units per floor. This renovated 2 bedroom/1.5 bathroom unit on a high floor above the rooflines boasts fabulous new floors and windows, sundrenched living room, unique flowing floor plan ripe for entertaining. Windowed eat-in kitchen features granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Dining room offers creatively set built-in bar, glass French doors to living room, period detail combined with updated contemporary finishes. Enjoy expansive views of the Commonwealth Avenue mall, Boston skyline and the Charles River and beyond from this spacious corner unit. Building amenities include professional management, extra storage, clean above-grade common laundry, newly renovated common roof deck and additional upgrades. Option to purchase unit FURNISHED with the new and stylishly decorated design. Welcome home.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HOOLEY WILLIAM R
Mailing Address 311 COMMONWEALTH AVE #41, BOSTON, MA, 02115

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Mid Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $966,600
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $9,946
CPA Surcharge 1% ($89)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,035

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $966,600 $966,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Oct 14, 2022 $100 68312/308
Jun 30, 2022 $1,702,500 67880/104
Jun 14, 2022 $1,700,000 67793/194
May 10, 2022 $1,670,000 67621/180
Jul 24, 2020 $1,456,000 63422/189
Mar 25, 2020 $1 62733/204
May 23, 2018 $1,300,000 59623/102
Feb 28, 2018 $1,325,000 59250/264
Oct 27, 2016 $1,300,000 57013/029
Oct 14, 2016 $850,000 56945/127
Nov 13, 2015 $9 55319/155
Feb 24, 2012 $719,200 49123/185
Sep 29, 2010 $760,000 46976/247
Sep 22, 2009 $9 45523/116
Jul 29, 1999 $400,000 24034/242

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 (88.8% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1870
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,050 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,474,000
Final Sale Price: $1,456,000
Difference: $18,000 (-1.2%)
Performance Metrics
98.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,404
Sale $/sq ft: $1,387
This property sold for $1,387 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.2% below the original asking price.

With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$1,387/sq ft
Area Average
$269/sq ft
Difference
+415.3%

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 1870
Living Area 1,050 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $10,182
Assessed Value $964,200

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1870
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), 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

311 Commonwealth Avenue # 61, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

Walkability

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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

3 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
0.5 mi
Grades K-06
H

High Schools

3 schools
Newman School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.4 mi | #301 of 346 | Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students Diverse
7 sports • 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
Snowden International
0.4 mi
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Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $634/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

10.4%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73514141
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
May 6, 2026
$1,485,000
MLS #73514141 - Active
Sold
Jul 24, 2020
$1,456,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
May 7, 2020
$1,474,000
Original listing
Agent: Wendy Reservitz Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
Previous Transaction - MLS #72286512
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 18, 2018
$1,330,000
MLS #72286512

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 6, 2026 Sold $1,485,000
May 7, 2020 New Listing Added $1,474,000
Apr 18, 2018 Sold $1,330,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,387

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $10,182 $964,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,182
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$634
Monthly
Assessed Value
$964,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Wendy Reservitz
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lexington
Agent MLS ID CN202140
Office MLS ID BB9589
Listing Data Updated Jul 24, 2020 2:10 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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