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65 Commonwealth Ave # 8B, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$4,795,000
Est. $29,298/month
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,366
Sq Ft
$2,027
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1925
Year Built
Condominium
Type
248
Days on Market
Active Listed Oct 9, 2025 • MLS# 73441546 Copied!

About this home

A masterfully reimagined penthouse atop the corner of Comm Ave & Clarendon St. Spanning more than 2,300 sq ft on 1 sunlit level w/ 3 exposures, this residence offers an unrivaled blend of architectural heritage & contemporary sophistication. A grand foyer sets the stage, welcoming you to an expansive living/dining area featuring marble wood-burning fireplace, custom millwork, &sweeping Back Bay views. The designer chef’s kitchen is a true centerpiece, complete w/ top-of-the-line appliances, adjacent butler’s pantry, & statement picture window framing the city skyline.The thoughtfully designed living quarters comprises 4 versatile bedrooms & 3 baths allowing for a range of room functionality. A dramatic primary suite captivates w/ fireplace, walk-in dressing room, private study,& spa-inspired bath w/ radiant heated floors.Exquisite details include luxury wall coverings, tailored built-ins &refined finishes. Addt'l highlights include, an office, pvt storage, central a/c & on-site super

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner TRUSTEES OF BOSTON UNIVERSITY
Mailing Address C/O BOSTON UNIV FINAN AFFAIRS, BOSTON, MA, 02215

Land Use

Use Code 985
Description N/A
Style TRAINING /PRIV EDUC

Tax Information

Assessed Value $41,283,532
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $424,808
CPA Surcharge 1% ($4,238)
Estimated Annual Tax $429,045

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $13,998,880 $27,284,652 $41,283,532 —

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jan 2, 2021 $9 99999/999

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Dec 31, 2024 Long Form/Alteration Permit
SIGNES
Signs
Permit #ALT1655397 		Open $40,000
Jul 25, 2023 Certificate of Occupancy
ERECT
Erect
Permit #COO1419638 		Closed $289,543,935
Jul 25, 2023 Certificate of Occupancy
ERECT
Erect
Permit #COO1516540 		Closed $289,543,935
Nov 16, 2022 Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1415448 		Closed $40,000
Apr 25, 2022 Electrical Low Voltage
LVOLT
Low Voltage
Permit #ELV1322239 		Closed $167,500
Jan 24, 2022 Electrical Fire Alarms
FA
Fire Alarm
Permit #EFA1282389 		Closed $10,000
Dec 27, 2021 Electrical Low Voltage
LVOLT
Low Voltage
Permit #ELV1281153 		Closed $200,000
Dec 22, 2021 Electrical Low Voltage
LVOLT
Low Voltage
Permit #ELV1279767 		Closed $650,000
Sep 22, 2021 Electrical Low Voltage
LVOLT
Low Voltage
Permit #ELV1248086 		Closed $2,119,484
Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 2,020 1,925 ✗
Match: fuzzy_address (65.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,366 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
1
Entry Level
8

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1925
Living Area 2,366 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Common
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 2
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $35,318
Assessed Value $3,049,900

Interior Features

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

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1925
Structure Type: Detached, Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Common
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:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

65 Commonwealth Ave # 8B, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
The Learning Project
< 0.1 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
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.9 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
2.9 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
3.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.2 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
Edwards Middle
1.9 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.3 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
0.9 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
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
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
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
2.0 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
2.9 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
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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🏠
Listed for Sale
Oct 9, 2025
$4,795,000
Original listing
Agent: The Annette Given Team Office: The Charles Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72413956
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 28, 2018
$3,150,000
MLS #72413956
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Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 9, 2025 New Listing Added $4,795,000 —
Nov 28, 2018 Sold $3,150,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
248 days
Price per Sq Ft
$2,027

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $35,318 $3,049,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$35,318
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$1,909
Monthly
Assessed Value
$3,049,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Annette Given Team
Listing Office The Charles Realty
Agent MLS ID TM318173
Office MLS ID BB9906
Listing Data Updated Jun 4, 2026 3:05 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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