41 Commonwealth Avenue # 3, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$800,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$849,000
Final Sale Price:
$800,000
Difference:
$49,000 (-5.8%)
Performance Metrics
94.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,173
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,105
This property sold for $1,105 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.8% below the original asking price.
With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Front facing, parlor level one-bedroom located on the coveted second block of sunny side Commonwealth Avenue, close to the Public Garden, Boston Common, and the Charles River Esplanade. The grand living area overlooks the Mall and has several elegant details that add wonderful character to the home including exceptional 13' ceilings, a bay with three 10' windows, a tasteful mirrored fireplace, impressive crown moldings and baseboards, and vintage parquet floors. A set of stairs leads to the oversized, lofted bedroom with ample closet space and excellent light. There is also a spacious dining area, an updated kitchen, and a tiled bath with shower. Additional features include deeded storage and complimentary laundry. The association recently updated the fire protection and electrical systems and made improvements to the common lobby and staircase. Rare opportunity for starter home, pied-à-terre or investment property in an outstanding location steps from all that Back Bay has to offer.
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Property History
Market Insights
11.1%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73582566
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Sep 25, 2026
$900,000
MLS #73582566 - Active
Sold
Sep 1, 2023
$800,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
Listed for Sale
Jul 10, 2023
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Bill Gehan
Office: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $900,000 | - | - | MLS #73582566 - Active |
| 09/01/2023 | ✓ Sold | $800,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/10/2023 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $849,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,288 | $765,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,288
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$341
Monthly
Assessed Value
$765,000
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1869
Living Area
724 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Tile
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
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,288
Assessed Value
$765,000
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$341 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
4
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Building Has Had Many Capital Improvements, Please Ask List Agents For Details. Non-smoking Building And Pets Are Allowed Subject To Trustee Approval. The Unit Is Tenanted Through 8/31/23.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
3
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
22 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1869
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
724 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesNo
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, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Common Area, In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1869
Effective Year (Renovated):
1987
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Cooling Zones:
1
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:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, 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
The Learning Project
0.1 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.3 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.6 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
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
1.0 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 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
St. John Elementary School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.3 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
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 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
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.4 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
1.8 mi
Edwards Middle
1.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.7 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
Cathedral High School
0.9 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.7 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.9 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
2.0 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
2.6 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.8 mi
|
#300 of 346
|
Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students
Moderate
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.9 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
41 Commonwealth Avenue # 3, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Bill Gehan
Listing Office
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Office Phone
617-236-0711
Agent MLS ID
BB809126
Office MLS ID
BB5984
Listing Data Updated
Sep 1, 2023 12:49 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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