160 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,400,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,510
Sq Ft
$927
Price/Sq Ft
1881
Year Built
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Aug 4, 2021 • MLS# 72876264 Copied! • Updated Aug 26, 2021

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,550,000
Final Sale Price: $1,400,000
Difference: $150,000 (-9.7%)
Performance Metrics
90.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,026
Sale $/sq ft: $927
This property sold for $927 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.7% below the original asking price.

With only 18 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
$927/sq ft
Area Average
$200/sq ft
Difference
+364.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Exciting and rare opportunity to combine two south facing contiguous one bedrooms and create a spacious two or three bedroom residence! Both units feature high ceilings, well-proportioned dining and living spaces and incredible city views. Other features include hardwood floors and central air. The Vendome is a professionally managed elevator building with 24/7 concierge and a newly refurbished lobby in the heart of the Back Bay steps to the many shops and restaurants on Newbury Street, the Esplanade and the Boston Public Garden. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to design your own home or hold/rent both condos as a great long term investment.

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Property History

Market Insights

99.7%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73555247
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 27, 2026
$10,700
MLS #73555247 - Active
Current Active Listing - MLS #73546350
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 8, 2026
$3,200,000
MLS #73546350 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73340474
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Feb 27, 2025
$2,700,000
MLS #73340474
Previous Transaction - MLS #73158908
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 8, 2024
$1,110,000
MLS #73158908
Sold
Aug 26, 2021
$1,400,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
Aug 4, 2021
$1,550,000
Original listing
Agent: Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $14,513 $1,644,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,513
Tax Year 2022
HOA Fee
$1,213
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,644,300

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1881
Living Area 1,510 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame, Stone
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $14,513
Assessed Value $1,644,300

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $1,213 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 505/506
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 19 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1881
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,510 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
5

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security: Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1881
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame, Stone
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central
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:
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
E

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: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.8 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
Kids Are People School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
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
1.4 mi | #326 of 352 | Score: 28.7
Improved 13 spots from last year
-29.5 below state avg
689 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 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
2.4 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
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 | #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
1.6 mi
UP Academy
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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
Cathedral High School
0.8 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.5 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
2.9 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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Back Bay

160 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone 617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID TM309563
Office MLS ID AN6192
Listing Data Updated Aug 26, 2021 10:58 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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