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160 Commonwealth Ave. # 520, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$672,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$695,000
Final Sale Price:
$672,000
Difference:
$23,000 (-3.3%)
Performance Metrics
96.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
62
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$993
Sale $/sq ft:
$960
This property sold for $960 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.3% below the original asking price.
The property spent 62 days on market before selling.
About this home
One of the Back Bay's most magnificent and landmark buildings. This 2016 renovated unit occupies both 5th and 6th floor. The 5th floor has newer kitchen, newer hardwood floors, soaring ceilings and huge bay windows offering fantastic views of commonwealth Ave. The Spiral staircase connecting to the bedroom on the 6th floor with updated bath. You can take building elevators to either floor directly. 24 Hr Concierge, 2 modern elevators, handicap accessible, bike storage and personal trainer with a private workout room (for an extra fee) in the building. Both the Green Line T station at Copley and Orange Line Back Bay Station. Dozens of the best dining restaurants and shopping in Boston, the Charles River is in the background and the bustling streets of downtown Boston are at its front door!
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
391
Total Days on Market
4
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73551932
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 4, 2026
$4,000
MLS #73551932
Previous Transaction - MLS #73525888
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Previously Sold
Jul 15, 2026
$832,500
MLS #73525888
Previous Transaction - MLS #73162440
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Previously Sold
Dec 29, 2023
$752,000
MLS #73162440
Sold
Apr 30, 2021
$672,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 391
Listed for Sale
Jan 27, 2021
$695,000
Original listing
Agent: Alex Wang
Office: Hestia
Previous Transaction - MLS #72042347
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Oct 5, 2016
$598,000
MLS #72042347
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $4,000 | - | - | MLS #73551932 |
| 07/15/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $832,500 | - | - | MLS #73525888 |
| 12/29/2023 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $752,000 | - | - | MLS #73162440 |
| 04/30/2021 | ✓ Sold | $672,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/27/2021 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $695,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/05/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $598,000 | - | - | MLS #72042347 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $7,127 | $674,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,127
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$902
Monthly
Assessed Value
$674,900
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1871
Living Area
700 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
Common Area, In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,127
Assessed Value
$674,900
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$902 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds
Amenities
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
520
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures
Two Levels With Spiral Staircase
Documents
Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Certificate Of Insurance (3)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
279 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1871
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
700 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
2
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Common Area, In Building
Security:
Concierge
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1871
Effective Year (Renovated):
1974
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Stone
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Electric
Cooling:
Central Air
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:
On Street
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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
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
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
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
0.9 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
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 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
D
Orchard Gardens K-8 School
1.4 mi
|
#325 of 352
|
Score: 28.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
716 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 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
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
3.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.2 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
Timilty Middle
1.6 mi
UP Academy
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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+
Boston Latin School
1.5 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.5 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.7 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
2.2 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
2.5 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
Meridian Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
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
160 Commonwealth Ave. # 520, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Office
Hestia
Office Phone
617-301-0076
Agent MLS ID
CT001515
Office MLS ID
AN6089
Listing Data Updated
May 3, 2021 4:08 AM 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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