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63 Commonwealth Ave # 3, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,800,000
Est. $16,894/month
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,588
Sq Ft
$1,763
Price/Sq Ft
0.04
Acres
1877
Year Built
15
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 3, 2025 • MLS# 73425383 Copied!

About this home

Second block Commonwealth Ave this sunny side direct elevator access residence features two bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and separate study/office. Expansive front facing living room with grand ceilings and hardwood floors, period detail, beautiful bay window overlooking the Commonwealth Ave Mall and Back Bay skyline. A separate den, kitchen with stainless appliances, gas cooking, Generous primary bedroom with en suite bath, double closets, fireplace. Second bedroom with en suite bath. Central AC, in unit laundry, ample storage. Direct access to a tandem parking space.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner MURPHY EDMUND
Mailing Address 63 COMMONWEALTH AV #4, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $4,506,500
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $46,372
CPA Surcharge 1% ($453)
Estimated Annual Tax $46,825

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 (89.1% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1877
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,588 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,850,000
Final Sale Price: $2,800,000
Difference: $50,000 (-1.8%)
Performance Metrics
98.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,795
Sale $/sq ft: $1,763
This property sold for $1,763 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.8% below the original asking price.

With only 15 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
$1,763/sq ft
Area Average
$804/sq ft
Difference
+119.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1877
Living Area 1,588 sq ft
Lot Size 0.04 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Tandem
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $24,221
Assessed Value $2,091,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1877
Effective Year (Renovated): 2000
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
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: Tandem

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

63 Commonwealth Ave # 3, 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
2.5 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
1.7 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
1.8 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
3.0 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

Market Insights

1.8%
Price Range
16
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Oct 31, 2025
$2,800,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
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Listed for Sale
Sep 3, 2025
$2,850,000
Original listing
Agent: Michael Moran Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 3, 2025 New Listing Added $2,850,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
15 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,763

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $24,221 $2,091,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$24,221
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$517
Monthly
Assessed Value
$2,091,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Michael Moran
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB903980
Office MLS ID BB5919
Listing Data Updated Oct 31, 2025 2:49 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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