36 Commonwealth Ave # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$7,500,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$7,995,000
Final Sale Price:
$7,500,000
Difference:
$495,000 (-6.2%)
Performance Metrics
93.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$2,243
Sale $/sq ft:
$2,104
This property sold for $2,104 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.2% below the original asking price.
With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Rarely found in Back Bay On Comm Ave is this unique Triplex in wide building. Magnificent renovated 3565 sq. ft condo located in a two unit building on the 1st block of Commonwealth Avenue. This exceptional home boasts a large gourmet eat in kitchen front facing overlooking the Comm Ave Mall. Formal Dining Room adjacent to ultra-wide Living Room, which opens onto Private Deck. Handsome wood paneled Library on second floor with Master Suite and guest room with full bath. Two Guest Bedrooms with shared bath with Private Garden. Direct access to 2 enclosed Parking Spaces .Also a deeded storage room with built in cedar closet. Elevator access to common areas of garden and parlor level .
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Property History
Market Insights
18.7%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #72737793
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 16, 2021
$6,500,000
MLS #72737793
Sold
May 16, 2016
$7,500,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
Listed for Sale
Feb 16, 2016
$7,995,000
Original listing
Agent: Beth Dickerson
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2021 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $6,500,000 | - | - | MLS #72737793 |
| 05/16/2016 | ✓ Sold | $7,500,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 02/16/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $7,995,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $50,221 | $4,743,840 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$50,221
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$2,817
Monthly
Assessed Value
$4,743,840
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1880
Living Area
3,565 sq ft
Lot Size
0.08 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
3
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck, Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Carport
Total Spaces
4
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$50,221
Assessed Value
$4,743,840
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$2,817 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
2
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures
Triplex and separate deeded storage area outside of unit not included in sq footage
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
20 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,565 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
3
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom, Security System
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heat Pump
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Patio
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
4
Parking Features:
Carport
Special Features
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.3 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.6 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
Blackstone Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.3 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
St. John Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.3 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 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: 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
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
|
#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
UP Academy
1.8 mi
Timilty Middle
1.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.6 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
Cathedral High School
0.8 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.8 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.9 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.0 mi
|
#319 of 346
|
Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 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: 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.8 mi
|
#300 of 346
|
Score: 38.2
Improved 36 spots from last year
-20 below state avg
1,181 students
Moderate
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.9 mi
|
#20 of 25
|
Score: 29.1
Improved 345 spots from last year
-29.1 below state avg
584 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
36 Commonwealth Ave # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Beth Dickerson
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-375-6900
Agent MLS ID
BB904055
Office MLS ID
BB5919
Listing Data Updated
May 16, 2016 4:50 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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