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342 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115 • Back Bay
$462,500
Est. $3,150/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
500
Sq Ft
$925
Price/Sq Ft
0.01
Acres
1890
Year Built
28
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 10, 2019 • MLS# 72562176 Copied!

About this home

PRICE ADJUSTMENT! DON'T MISS OUT! Looking for a condo in the Back Bay under $500,000? You cannot beat this location! Steps to the intersection of Mass Ave and Commonwealth Ave you are at the epicenter of Downtown Boston in seconds. This completely updated lower level studio offers full windows in the rear of the building and direct access to the available association rental parking. This spacious unit has been completely updated including brand new flooring, recessed lighting, and a fresh coat of paint. The galley kitchen has brand new appliances, subway tile backsplash, and marble counter. In-unit washer/dryer hook-up and LOADS of storage top off this amazing value in the heart of Downtown Low condo fee of $213.42/mo INCLUDES heat & hot water! Wow! An amazing pied-a-terre, rental property or small slice of heaven in the Back Bay.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SWIERCZYNSKI ALAN A
Mailing Address 2 GOODWIN PLACE, UNIT 4, BOSTON, MA, 02114

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $542,200
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,579
CPA Surcharge 1% ($46)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,625

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $542,200 $542,200

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
May 9, 2022 $636,000 67619/120
Nov 29, 2021 $675,000 66745/125
Nov 12, 2021 $540,000 66657/255
Jan 7, 2020 $462,500 62360/233
Sep 15, 2017 $9 58534/255
Jan 6, 2017 $535,000 57393/095
Aug 7, 2015 $9 54894/016
Jan 2, 2015 $9 99999/999

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 (89.4% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
500 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $499,000
Final Sale Price: $462,500
Difference: $36,500 (-7.3%)
Performance Metrics
92.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
28
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $998
Sale $/sq ft: $925
This property sold for $925 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.3% below the original asking price.

With only 28 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
$925/sq ft
Area Average
$222/sq ft
Difference
+317.2%

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 1890
Living Area 500 sq ft
Lot Size 0.01 acres
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Rented
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $4,777
Assessed Value $453,200

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
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

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Rented

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

342 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02115

Boston, MA 02115

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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
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Kids Are People School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
The Learning Project
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.8 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
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.8 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
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.9 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
1.0 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
The Winsor School
1.2 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 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
2.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.2 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.7 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
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.9 mi
Epiphany School
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.8 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
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.1 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
Cathedral High School
1.1 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.2 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.2 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
1.6 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.3 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.6 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
Meridian Academy
2.6 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.8 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property Timeline

Sold
Jan 7, 2020
$462,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 29
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Listed for Sale
Sep 10, 2019
$465,000
Original listing
Agent: Rollo Ravech Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 7, 2025 Sold $2,750
Sep 10, 2019 New Listing Added $465,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
28 days
Price per Sq Ft
$925

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $4,777 $453,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,777
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$213
Monthly
Assessed Value
$453,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Rollo Ravech Group
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM333155
Office MLS ID AN4191
Listing Data Updated Jan 8, 2020 9:41 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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