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57 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$23,000,000
Est. $121,410/month
16
Beds
17
Baths
10,165
Sq Ft
$2,263
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1874
Year Built
9 hours 43 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Jun 19, 2026 • MLS# 73538978 Copied!

About this home

Situated on the sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue, one of Boston’s most prestigious and architecturally significant streets, 57 Commonwealth Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own a classic Back Bay brownstone in an unparalleled location. Nestled on a coveted block, lined with grand residences and mature trees, this distinguished property offers timeless character, exceptional scale, and tremendous long-term value. Whether viewed as a legacy investment, an income-producing asset, or a redevelopment opportunity, properties of this caliber and location seldom come to market. Steps from the Public Garden, Newbury Street, the Charles River Esplanade, and Boston’s finest dining and shopping, 57 Commonwealth Avenue embodies the elegance and enduring appeal that have made Back Bay one of the country’s most sought-after neighborhoods. A true trophy property on one of Boston’s most iconic boulevards.

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Property Overview

Property Type
5+ Family - 5+ Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1874
Bedrooms
16
Full Bathrooms
17
Living Area
10,165 sq ft
Total Rooms
50
Stories
4
Levels
4

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 5+ Family - 5+ Units Up/Down
Year Built 1874
Living Area 10,165 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 16
Full Baths 17
Total Rooms 50

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 Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public, Individual Meter
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $58,914
Assessed Value $4,705,100

Interior Features

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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1874
Structure Type:
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Roof:
Foundation: Other
Stories: 4

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water: Oil
Water Source: Public, Individual Meter
Sewer: Public Sewer
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Exterior & Lot

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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

57 Commonwealth Avenue, 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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Advent School
0.4 mi
Grades K-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
0.8 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
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.3 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+
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
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
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
2.9 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

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Jun 19, 2026
$23,000,000
Original listing
Agent: Lawrence O'Connor Office: Sterling Beacon Hill

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 19, 2026 New Listing Added $23,000,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
9 hours 43 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$2,263

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $58,914 $4,705,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$58,914
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$4,705,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lawrence O'Connor
Listing Office Sterling Beacon Hill
Agent MLS ID BB954542
Office MLS ID AN4467
Listing Data Updated Jun 19, 2026 3:51 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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