239 Commonwealth Avenue # 32, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,125,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,150,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,125,000
Difference:
$25,000 (-2.2%)
Performance Metrics
97.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
33
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,075
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,051
This property sold for $1,051 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.2% below the original asking price.
The property spent 33 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$1,051/sq ft
Area Average
$216/sq ft
Difference
+386.1%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
What a time of year to enjoy the trees changing colors right outside the windows of this stunning, front-facing Comm Ave home. Better still, being on the sunny side of the street allows for beautiful light exposure striking Back Bay city views rising up above the Mall. The living / dining area of this two-bedroom home boasts a corner exposure, high ceilings, tall windows and an intricate fireplace mantle with an imbedded rose window. The floor plan is flexible to allow for grand entertaining space and comfortable seating. The adjacent kitchen offers good storage space and full size appliances. The master bedroom has a spectacular bay window overlooking Fairfield St with intricate detailing, amazing closet space and room for a King sized bed. The second bedroom also has a fireplace and plenty of room for a bedroom set. This landmark pre-war building has recently updated common areas and elevator access. Enjoy the best of the Back Bay right at your doorstep.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.4%
Price Range
36
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73558079
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 2, 2026
$6,500
MLS #73558079 - Active
Sold
Jan 29, 2018
$1,125,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 36
Listed for Sale
Oct 23, 2017
$1,150,000
Original listing
Agent: Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $6,500 | - | - | MLS #73558079 - Active |
| 01/29/2018 | ✓ Sold | $1,125,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/23/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,150,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $8,311 | $784,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,311
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$547
Monthly
Assessed Value
$784,800
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,070 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Individual
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
Common Area, In Building
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
$8,311
Assessed Value
$784,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$547 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
10
Pets
No
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
32
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
36 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,070 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
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:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Common Area, In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Individual
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
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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
Kingsley Montessori School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.3 mi
Grades K-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.7 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
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Kids Are People School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 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
0.9 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.5 mi
|
#326 of 352
|
Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.1 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 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
2.3 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.1 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
1.5 mi
UP Academy
2.1 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.3 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
1.4 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
1.7 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
2.3 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
2.4 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
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 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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Neighborhood
Back Bay
239 Commonwealth Avenue # 32, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team
Agent MLS ID
TM309563
Office MLS ID
BB2054
Listing Data Updated
Jan 29, 2018 3:38 PM EST
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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