470 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02215
Boston, MA 02215
$5,230,000
Est. $32,414/month
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About this home
We are pleased to present a rare opportunity to purchase a mixed-use brownstone located along Boston’s iconic Commonwealth Avenue in Kenmore Square. 470 Commonwealth consists of six residential units complemented by street-level retail and first-floor commercial space, offering investors a diversified income stream in one of the city’s most sought after corridors. The residential units feature classic, 1930s-era architectural details, and the commercial component benefits from strong visibility and foot traffic. The property is further enhanced by four private off-street parking spaces, a highly coveted amenity in this location. Colloquially referred to as 470 Comm Ave, it presents investors with long-term appreciation potential in a premier submarket. Tours will begin in the coming weeks.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Jul 27, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Mar 3, 2026
$5,230,000
Original listing
Agent: Nicholas Herz
Office: Boston Realty Advisors
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/27/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 03/03/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $5,230,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $69,223 | $3,416,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$69,223
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$3,416,300
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
5-9 Family
Year Built
1899
Living Area
9,096 sq ft
Lot Size
0.07 acres
Investment Metrics
Units
8
Unit 1 Rent
— · Y
Unit 2 Rent
— · Y
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$69,223
Assessed Value
$3,416,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Estimate. Buyer should do their own diligence.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
161 days
Property Overview
Property Type
5-9 Family
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1899
Living Area
9,096 sq ft
Stories
5
Levels
5
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
9,096 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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Interior Features
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Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1899
Structure Type:
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Roof:
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Granite
Stories:
5
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
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Lot Features:
Zero Lot Line
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
6
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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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Kids Are People School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-12
Kingsley Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 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
The Learning Project
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
The Winsor School
1.0 mi
Grades 05-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.1 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
1.1 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
Tobin K-8 School
1.1 mi
|
#344 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
355 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission Grammar School
1.1 mi
Grades K-08
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.2 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
2.4 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.9 mi
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.7 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
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.4 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
0.8 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.2 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
Cathedral High School
1.3 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.5 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.3 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
Meridian Academy
2.5 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.5 mi
|
#333 of 346
|
Score: 25.4
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.8 below state avg
526 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
2.7 mi
|
#320 of 346
|
Score: 32.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
609 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 520 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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470 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02215
Boston, MA 02215
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Nicholas Herz
Listing Office
Boston Realty Advisors
Office Phone
617-375-7900
Agent MLS ID
CN259247
Office MLS ID
AN8461
Listing Data Updated
Aug 11, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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