62 Commonwealth Ave # 9, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,575,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$2,400,000
Final Sale Price:
$2,575,000
Difference:
+$175,000 (+7.3%)
Performance Metrics
107.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,583
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,699
This property sold for $1,699 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 7.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
**Rare Penthouse Opportunity – Second Block of Commonwealth Avenue** This elegant floor-through penthouse spans approximately 1,538 sq ft, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an upper-level office/den that leads to a private roof deck with wet bar—ideal for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen boasts a marble center island and breakfast bar, seamlessly flowing into spacious living and dining areas. The sun-filled living room is highlighted by a fireplace, custom built-ins, and oversized skylights. The luxurious primary suite offers a fireplace, generous closet space, and an en-suite bath. The second bedroom enjoys views of the picturesque, tree-lined mall. Additional features include hardwood floors, crown moldings, soaring ceilings, custom lighting, oversized windows, in-unit laundry, and central air. Deeded onsite parking accommodates an SUV. Located in the heart of Back Bay, just steps from the Public Garden, Newbury Street, the finest dining, shopping, and cultural attractions.
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Property History
Market Insights
6.8%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Jun 23, 2025
$2,575,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
Listed for Sale
May 15, 2025
$2,400,000
Original listing
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2025 | ✓ Sold | $2,575,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/15/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,400,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,123 | $2,342,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$27,123
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$844
Monthly
Assessed Value
$2,342,200
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1872
Living Area
1,516 sq ft
Lot Size
0.03 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Parking
Features
Deeded, Off Street
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
110 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Financial
Annual Tax
$27,123
Assessed Value
$2,342,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$844 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
9
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Rules & Regs, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance (3)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
8 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1872
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,516 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,516 sq ft above grade
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
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, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1872
Effective Year (Renovated):
1981
Structure Type:
Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Deeded, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, 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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Advent School
0.4 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
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 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
St. John Elementary School
1.4 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: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.5 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
3.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.4 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
1.7 mi
UP Academy
1.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.7 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-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.7 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
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
2.1 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
2.6 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
C-
East Boston High School
2.8 mi
|
#305 of 346
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students
Less Diverse
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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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Neighborhood
Back Bay
62 Commonwealth Ave # 9, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
BB901271
Office MLS ID
AN8966
Listing Data Updated
Jun 24, 2025 10:31 AM EDT
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