205 Commonwealth Ave # 6, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,650,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$2,595,000
Final Sale Price:
$2,650,000
Difference:
+$55,000 (+2.1%)
Performance Metrics
102.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,605
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,639
This property sold for $1,639 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 11 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$1,639/sq ft
Area Average
$170/sq ft
Difference
+866.4%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue Third Floor-through with DIRECT ELEVATOR ACCESS into this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Beautiful South Facing Bay Window overlooks the Commonwealth Mall and maximizes natural sunlight throughout the day. Updated kitchen large enough for a breakfast table, equipped with brand new appliances (Bosch, Subzero and Wolfe), granite counter tops and back splash. Separate Dining across from kitchen, Central Air, Washer and Dryer in unit. Custom built ins, ample closet space as well as extra storage in the basement. Deeded direct access parking space right behind the building #3, large enough for an SUV. This unit's UNBEATABLE LOCATION check's all the boxes for everything you need for city living! MUST SEE!. Pets upon trustee approval. Unit can be shown 24 hours notice, New Roof. 8/15/21 preferred closed.
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Property History
Market Insights
2.1%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Aug 12, 2021
$2,650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
Listed for Sale
May 13, 2021
$2,595,000
Original listing
Agent: Beth Dickerson
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2021 | ✓ Sold | $2,650,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/13/2021 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,595,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $19,727 | $1,868,100 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$19,727
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$821
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,868,100
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1880
Living Area
1,617 sq ft
Lot Size
0.04 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
3
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Elevator
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Deeded, Assigned
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$19,727
Assessed Value
$1,868,100
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$821 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
24 Hour Notice Closing Preferred 8/15/21
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
6
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
12 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,617 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Elevator
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1880
Effective Year (Renovated):
1987
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
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
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Deeded, Assigned
Special Features
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station
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
Park Street School
0.6 mi
Grades K-07
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.6 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
Advent School
0.7 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-12
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
2.0 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
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.1 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
2.0 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
0.9 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.9 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
1.4 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
1.5 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
2.2 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
2.5 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
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.0 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
205 Commonwealth Ave # 6, 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
Aug 16, 2021 2:10 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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