36 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$6,500,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$7,990,000
Final Sale Price:
$6,500,000
Difference:
$1,490,000 (-18.6%)
Performance Metrics
81.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
272
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$2,241
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,823
This property sold for $1,823 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 18.6% below the original asking price.
At 272 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
About this home
Steps to the Public Garden on the first block of Commonwealth Avenue, this magnificent property offers one of Back Bay’s most sought after addresses. This extra-wide triplex home features 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. A stunning entry foyer leads to the newly renovated eat-in kitchen overlooking the Comm Ave Mall. Down the hall is the grand, fireplaced living room that opens onto a private deck and is adjacent to the elegant dining room. The top floor is home to the luxurious master suite, home office and handsome library with soaring ceilings and full bath. The lower level features two bedrooms—one of which currently functions as a gym—two full baths, laundry and private garden. Additional features include elevator access to the garden and parlor level common areas, deeded storage room, new HVAC, and direct access to 2 enclosed parking spaces. With a superb location and impeccable updates, this residence combines elegant surroundings with the quintessential ease of Back Bay living.
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Property History
Market Insights
13.3%
Price Range
274
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Sep 16, 2021
$6,500,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 274
Listed for Sale
Oct 5, 2020
$6,900,000
Original listing
Agent: Tracy Campion
Office: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #71959641
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 16, 2016
$7,500,000
MLS #71959641
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2021 | ✓ Sold | $6,500,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/05/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $6,900,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 05/16/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $7,500,000 | - | - | MLS #71959641 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $64,070 | $5,946,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$64,070
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$2,817
Monthly
Assessed Value
$5,946,200
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1860
Living Area
3,565 sq ft
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
3
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
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
Attached
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$64,070
Assessed Value
$5,946,200
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
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
274 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1860
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,565 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
3
Entry Level
1
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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1860
Structure Type:
Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
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
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Attached
Special Features
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, 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 Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Tracy Campion
Listing Office
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Office Phone
617-236-0711
Agent MLS ID
BB904054
Office MLS ID
BB5984
Listing Data Updated
Sep 16, 2021 4:48 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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