FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
169 Commonwealth Ave # 4F, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,200,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,100,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,200,000
Difference:
+$100,000 (+9.1%)
Performance Metrics
109.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
26
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,078
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,176
This property sold for $1,176 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 9.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 26 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Location, location and Parking! Large one bedroom unit in stately brick brownstone on the front facing sunny side of Commonwealth Ave. with exclusive parking space in rear of building! You will be amazed by the oversized living room, separate dining area and soaring 10' ceilings. The updated kitchen has lovely maple cabinets, granite countertops with a breakfast bar. Loads of closets, central air conditioning and charming hardwood floors throughout. Regal wide staircase, elevator and common laundry in the building. Located between Dartmouth and Exeter Streets overlooking the Commonwealth Mall the location cannot be beat. Bring your decorating ideas to make this unit glorious again.
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Property History
Market Insights
8.3%
Price Range
28
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Nov 7, 2024
$1,200,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 28
Listed for Sale
Oct 5, 2024
$1,100,000
Original listing
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/07/2024 | ✓ Sold | $1,200,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/05/2024 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,100,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,526 | $1,149,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$12,526
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$726
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,149,200
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1870
Living Area
1,020 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Central, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling
Central Air, Unit Control
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
2
Basement
N
Laundry
Common Area, In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Patio - Enclosed
Parking
Features
Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$12,526
Assessed Value
$1,149,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$726 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Has Not Occupied The Unit For Several Years. Fireplaces Are Decorative Only. Property Being Sold As-is. Pets Only With Trustee Approval. Nonsmoking Building.exclusive Use Of Storage Closet In Hallway Adjacent To Unit.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
4F
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans (5)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
28 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1870
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,020 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Remodeled
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
FeaturesCloset - Linen, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio - Enclosed
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:
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Common Area, In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1870
Effective Year (Renovated):
1973
Structure Type:
Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air, Unit Control
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Exclusive Parking
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, 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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
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
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
Kids Are People School
0.9 mi
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
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.1 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
2.2 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
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
7.2 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
2.0 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.1 mi
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
Cathedral High School
0.9 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
1.8 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
3.0 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
169 Commonwealth Ave # 4F, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Dina Browne
Listing Office
Neponset Valley Real Estate
Office Phone
508-561-4448
Agent MLS ID
NB111992
Office MLS ID
NB2709
Listing Data Updated
Nov 13, 2024 3:20 PM EST
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