386 Commonwealth Ave # 42, Boston MA 02215
Boston, MA 02215 • Back Bay
$445,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$459,000
Final Sale Price:
$445,000
Difference:
$14,000 (-3.1%)
Performance Metrics
96.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
79
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,192
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,156
This property sold for $1,156 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.1% below the original asking price.
The property spent 79 days on market before selling.
About this home
The Carlyle at 386 Commonwealth Avenue-Rarely available 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with spectacular common roof deck is located in the heart of the city. This unit has hardwood floors, kitchen with granite/stainless appliances and French doors into the separate bedroom. This home is located steps to all the city has to offer including; Newbury St, Kenmore Sq, The Fenway shops/restaurants, Charles River, Whole Foods, T access and more. The building is professionally managed with an elevator and common laundry. Priced to sell!
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Property History
Market Insights
11.7%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73346836
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Previously Sold
May 30, 2025
$486,000
MLS #73346836
Sold
Oct 31, 2019
$445,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
Listed for Sale
Jul 16, 2019
$429,000
Original listing
Agent: Brian Doherty
Office: Citylife Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $486,000 | - | - | MLS #73346836 |
| 10/31/2019 | ✓ Sold | $445,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/16/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $429,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $4,060 | $385,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,060
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$414
Monthly
Assessed Value
$385,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
385 sq ft
Lot Size
0.0000
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
Common Area
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,060
Assessed Value
$385,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$414 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
42
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
18 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
385 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Common Area
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
Kids Are People School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.8 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
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.9 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
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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
1.1 mi
Grades K-07
The Winsor School
1.1 mi
Grades 05-12
Advent School
1.1 mi
Grades K-06
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 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
2.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.3 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.7 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
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.9 mi
Epiphany School
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.8 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
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
0.9 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
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.2 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
C
Quincy Upper School
1.3 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.6 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.3 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
2.6 mi
Grades 06-09
D
Charlestown High School
2.6 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
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.7 mi
|
#333 of 346
|
Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
386 Commonwealth Ave # 42, Boston MA 02215
Boston, MA 02215
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Brian Doherty
Listing Office
Citylife Real Estate
Office Phone
781-888-2101
Agent MLS ID
NB900397
Office MLS ID
NB9350
Listing Data Updated
Oct 31, 2019 1:30 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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