65 Commonwealth Ave # 8B, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay

$4,795,000

Est. $29,298/month

3

Beds

3

Baths

2,366

Sq Ft

$2,027

Price/Sq Ft

0.05

Acres

1925

Year Built

Condominium

Type

229

Days on Market

Active Listed Oct 9, 2025 • MLS# 73441546 Copied!

About this home

A masterfully reimagined penthouse atop the corner of Comm Ave & Clarendon St. Spanning more than 2,300 sq ft on 1 sunlit level w/ 3 exposures, this residence offers an unrivaled blend of architectural heritage & contemporary sophistication. A grand foyer sets the stage, welcoming you to an expansive living/dining area featuring marble wood-burning fireplace, custom millwork, &sweeping Back Bay views. The designer chef’s kitchen is a true centerpiece, complete w/ top-of-the-line appliances, adjacent butler’s pantry, & statement picture window framing the city skyline.The thoughtfully designed living quarters comprises 4 versatile bedrooms & 3 baths allowing for a range of room functionality. A dramatic primary suite captivates w/ fireplace, walk-in dressing room, private study,& spa-inspired bath w/ radiant heated floors.Exquisite details include luxury wall coverings, tailored built-ins &refined finishes. Addt'l highlights include, an office, pvt storage, central a/c & on-site super

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner TRUSTEES OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY

Mailing Address C/O BOSTON UNIV FINAN AFFAIRS, BOSTON, MA, 02215

Land Use

Use Code 985

Description N/A

Style TRAINING /PRIV EDUC

Tax Information

Assessed Value $41,283,532

Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000

Base Tax $424,808

CPA Surcharge 1% ($4,238)

Estimated Annual Tax $429,045

Assessment History

Year	Land	Building	Total	Change
FY2023	$13,998,880	$27,284,652	$41,283,532	—

Sale History

Date	Price	Book/Page
Jan 2, 2021	$9	99999/999

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

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field	Assessor	MLS	Match
Year built	2,020	1,925	✗

Match: fuzzy_address (65.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1925

Bedrooms

3

Full Bathrooms

3

Living Area

2,366 sq ft

Total Rooms

8

Stories

1

Entry Level

8

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Condominium

Year Built 1925

Living Area 2,366 sq ft

Lot Size 0.05 acres

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 3

Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Common

Cooling Central Air

Flooring None

Appliances None

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 2

Basement N

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

Utilities

Electric None

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $35,318

Assessed Value $3,049,900

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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1925

Structure Type: Detached, Mid-Rise

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Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Common

Cooling: Central Air

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Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

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Fireplaces: 2

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Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University

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Back Bay

65 Commonwealth Ave # 8B, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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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

3 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

M

Middle Schools

1 school

B+

Darby Vassall Upper School

1.3 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5

Improved 26 spots from last year

-10.7 below state avg

298 students Very Diverse

Rising School Diverse Student Body

Grades 06-08

H

High Schools

3 schools

Commonwealth School

0.1 mi

Grades 09-12

Snowden International

0.2 mi

C-

Snowden International High School

0.2 mi | #301 of 346 | Score: 37.9

Improved 55 spots from last year

-20.3 below state avg

421 students Diverse

7 sports • 78 athletes

Rising School

Grades 09-12

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🏠

Listed for Sale

Oct 9, 2025

$4,795,000

Original listing

Agent: The Annette Given Team Office: The Charles Realty

Previous Transaction - MLS #72413956

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Previously Sold

Nov 28, 2018

$3,150,000

MLS #72413956

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
10/09/2025	🏠 Listed for Sale	$4,795,000	-	-	Original listing
11/28/2018	🏷️ Previously Sold	$3,150,000	-	-	MLS #72413956

Price & Status History

Date	Event	Price	Change
Oct 9, 2025	New Listing Added	$4,795,000	—
Nov 28, 2018	Sold	$3,150,000	—

Market Statistics

Days on Market

229 days

Price per Sq Ft

$2,027

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2025	$35,318	$3,049,900

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$35,318

Tax Year 2025

HOA Fee

$1,909

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$3,049,900

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Previous Transaction - MLS #72413956

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