178 Commonwealth PH, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,800,000
Est. $9,580/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,239
Sq Ft
$1,453
Price/Sq Ft
1884
Year Built
Condominium
Type
22
Days on Market
Active Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73425370

About this home

Historic Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space able to accommodate a large SUV easily. This duplex home that overlooks the Commonwealth Mall is located in a Romanesque style brownstone which has two bedrooms, two full spa like marble bathrooms, and an elegant front facing living and dining room with original detail fireplace, bay windows, and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. Modern amenities include recessed lighting, a wet bar, new gas lines installed throughout the building, central A/C with newer compressor, and updated elegant common spaces all in a professionally managed association. A full staircase leading to roof deck offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1884
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,239 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
4

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood
Heating
Steam
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry Features
In Unit
Basement Details
N

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Brick
Roof
Rubber
Exterior Features
Deck - Roof
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Roof
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
1
Parking Features
Off Street

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station, University
HOA Fee
$700
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$16,180
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,397,300
Parcel Number
3359124

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Common Walls
No One Above
Attached Property
Yes
Disclosures
2% buyers agency compensation offered.

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

178 Commonwealth PH, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,348
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $700
PMI $0

Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Sep 3, 2025
$1,800,000
Original listing
Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 3, 2025 New Listing Added $1,800,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
22 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,453

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $16,180 $1,397,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$16,180
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$700
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,397,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Davant Scarborough
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID BB954295
Office MLS ID AN2383

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