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45 Commonwealth Avenue # 04, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$6,250,000
Est. $39,855/month
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,954
Sq Ft
$2,116
Price/Sq Ft
1910
Year Built
Condominium
Type
125
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$500,000 Listed Aug 27, 2025 • MLS# 73422504 Copied!

About this home

45 Commonwealth #4 is a rarely available residence in doublewide boutique brownstone on 2nd block, sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue. This truly exceptional south facing home offers approx. 3,000+/- sq.ft.of living space on one level! The home's open concept design, presents a sophisticated elegance with a superb layout consisting of 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with family room and study. An abundance of natural light spans across 50' +/- of frontage overlooking the tree-lined Commonwealth Mall and Back Bay skyline. Attention to detail is evident with intricate millwork, custom cabinetry and many built-ins throughout. The living area sightline spans from the fireplaced living room, dining and family rooms through to the chef's kitchen w/island and breakfast bar. Each of the 3 bedrooms offer ensuite baths. Hardwood floors throughout. Direct elevator access to residence and 2 garage parking spaces

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,954 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 2,954 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances None
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Library, Foyer, 1/4 Bath

Exterior

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

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $63,200
Assessed Value 0.00

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Library, Foyer, 1/4 Bath
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Effective Year (Renovated): 2011
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 5
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 5
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

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

45 Commonwealth Avenue # 04, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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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
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: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
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
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 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
St. John Elementary School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.3 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
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 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
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 | #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
1.8 mi
Edwards Middle
1.8 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.7 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
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: 61.1
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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.7 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.9 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.0 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.6 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.8 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.9 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Aug 27, 2025
$6,250,000
Original listing
Office: Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 27, 2025 New Listing Added $6,250,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
125 days
Price per Sq Ft
$2,116
Total Price Drop
-$500,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $63,200 $0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$63,200
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$8,354
Quarterly
Assessed Value
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Listing Information

Listing Agent Karen Christie
Listing Office Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
Agent MLS ID B8001219
Office MLS ID AN4282

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