135 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay

$20,000

Est. $301/month

4

Beds

3.5

Baths

3,519

Sq Ft

$6

Price/Sq Ft

0

Lot Sq Ft

1899

Year Built

Condominium

Type

10 hours 35 minutes

Time on Market

Active Listed Jun 9, 2026 • MLS# 73532871 Copied!

About this home

Available 8/1: Situated in one of Back Bay’s most coveted locations, this fully-furnished penthouse duplex redefines luxury city living. Bathed in natural light, the expansive living area is framed by oversized windows and flows seamlessly into an Italian-designed chef’s kitchen featuring top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and abundant storage. A secondary living space offers added flexibility for entertaining or relaxation, while the upper level boasts four generously sized bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with a walk-in closet and spa-inspired bath featuring a double vanity, glass-enclosed shower, and floor-to-ceiling stone finishes. Crowned by a spectacular private roof deck with sweeping panoramic skyline views, this home is designed for both elegance and comfort. Utilities are included, along with one parking space. Enjoy unparalleled access to historic brownstones, tree-lined streets, world-class dining, luxury shopping, and Boston’s most iconic destinations!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner KNAELMANN MATTHIAS

Mailing Address 255 COMMONWEALTH AVE, UNIT 3, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102

Description Condominium

Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,711,400

Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000

Base Tax $17,610

CPA Surcharge 1% ($166)

Estimated Annual Tax $17,776

Assessment History

Year	Land	Building	Total	Change
FY2023	$0	$1,711,400	$1,711,400	—

Sale History

Date	Price	Book/Page
Aug 23, 2022	$5,700,000	68111/301
Aug 12, 2022	$2,000,000	68072/27
Jul 28, 2022	$783,000	68007/134
Apr 7, 2021	$390,000	65180/301
Mar 6, 2019	$100	60819/38
Aug 24, 2012	$469,000	50051/139
May 31, 2006	$447,500	39708/166

Building Permit History

Issued	Type / Work	Status	Value
Jun 23, 2025	Short Form Bldg Permit OTHER Other Permit #SF1729701	Open	$22,400
Dec 20, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit ROOF Roofing Permit #SF1674926	Open	$35,000
Dec 13, 2024	Short Form Bldg Permit EXTREN Renovations - Exterior Permit #SF1678084	Closed	$28,800
Oct 3, 2024	Electrical Permit ELECTRICAL Electrical Permit #E1653851	Closed	$1,350
Apr 14, 2023	Electrical Permit ELECTRICAL Electrical Permit #E1462386	Closed	$3,000
Mar 28, 2023	Plumbing Permit PLUMBING Plumbing Permit #PL1452116	Open	$4,000
Mar 7, 2023	Short Form Bldg Permit INTREN Renovations - Interior NSC Permit #SF1443920	Closed	$16,000

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	1,878	1,899	✗

Match: geocode_proximity (88.9% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

For Rent

Year Built

1899

Bedrooms

4

Full Bathrooms

3

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

3,519 sq ft

Total Rooms

8

Entry Level

4

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease

Style Condominium

Year Built 1899

Living Area 3,519 sq ft

Lot Size 0.00

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Hot Water, Heat Pump, Ductless

Cooling None

Flooring None

Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Fireplace None

Fireplaces 2

Basement None

Laundry Second Floor, In Unit

Features Bathroom

Exterior

Construction None

Architecture None

Roof None

Features Deck - Roof

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch Deck - Roof

Parking

Features None

Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None

Water None

Sewer None

Gas None

Other None

Financial

HOA Yes

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Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood

Interior Features: Bathroom

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Total Parking Spaces: 1

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Special Features

Fireplaces: 2

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Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

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Back Bay

135 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

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Listed for Sale

Jun 9, 2026

$20,000

Original listing

Agent: Edward Jones Office: Compass

Previous Transaction - MLS #73019015

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Previously Sold

Aug 25, 2022

$5,700,000

MLS #73019015

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
06/09/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$20,000	-	-	Original listing
08/25/2022	🏷️ Previously Sold	$5,700,000	-	-	MLS #73019015

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Date	Event	Price	Change
Jun 9, 2026	New Listing Added	$20,000	—
Aug 25, 2022	Sold	$5,700,000	—

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Time on Market

10 hours 35 minutes

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$6

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