LevelFourth Floor
169 Commonwealth Ave. # 5, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,250,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$2,200,000
Final Sale Price:
$2,250,000
Difference:
+$50,000 (+2.3%)
Performance Metrics
102.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,135
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,161
This property sold for $1,161 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Above the Commonwealth Avenue tree canopy is a rare opportunity to craft your dream penthouse residence. Served by elevator, this home encompasses the building’s complete top level; presently the unit consists of two kitchens and two bedrooms, providing suitable accommodation for caretaker or guests. The home’s impressive scale offers exceptional potential for renovation into a single elegant residence, custom tailored to your unique design. Southern exposure sunlight, through 16-panel windows & peaked skylights, showcases the generous rooms & architectural features of the interior. Exclusive rights to the expansive roof with internal direct access via stairs & full door. The potential addition of a roofdeck terrace would enjoy sweeping views of the legendary Comm Ave. magnolias & Esplanade fireworks. Enjoy simple proximity to the Theater District, the Public Garden, boutiques, private social clubs & restaurants of the Back Bay. 1 car parking, convenient to interstates, MBTA/Amtrak.
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Property History
Market Insights
2.2%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Nov 18, 2025
$2,250,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
Listed for Sale
Oct 7, 2025
$2,200,000
Original listing
Agent: MonaLisa Team
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | ✓ Sold | $2,250,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/07/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,200,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,629 | $2,023,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$19,629
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$1,715
Monthly
Assessed Value
$2,023,400
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1870
Living Area
1,938 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Basement
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Parking
Features
Off Street
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$19,629
Assessed Value
$2,023,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$1,715 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
5
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Twelve Month Minimum Rental Leases.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Sq Ft Disclosures
Marketing floor plan measured
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans (5)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
8 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1870
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,938 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,938 sq ft above grade
LevelFourth Floor
LevelFourth Floor
LevelFourth Floor
LevelFourth Floor
LevelFourth Floor
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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1870
Structure Type:
Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Heat Pump
Cooling:
Central Air, Heat Pump
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, 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
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. # 5, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
MonaLisa Team
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID
TM358818
Office MLS ID
AN2606
Listing Data Updated
Nov 18, 2025 9:59 AM EST
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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