160 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$10,700/mo
About this home
For Lease Or Sale...The Magnificent Vendome! A landmark white-façade condominium building on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston’s Back Bay, originally built as the grand Hotel Vendome and now home to commercial condominiums and luxury residences. A rare opportunity to purchase two combined commercial condominium offices totaling approximately 1,601 square feet in one of the most sought-after locations in Back Bay. This exceptional office suite has been built out with the finest finishes and craftsmanship, featuring multiple private offices (5), (1) conference room, flexible open workspace areas, and the ability to further customize if desired. The versatile layout accommodates a variety of professional uses. Prominently front-facing Commonwealth Avenue, the space showcases original exposed brick, custom millwork, and distinguished architectural character, offering a prestigious business address in one of Boston’s most iconic buildings.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.6%
Price Range
3
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Jul 27, 2026
$10,700
Original listing
Agent: Timothy Linnane
Office: Linnane Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #73340474
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Feb 27, 2025
$2,700,000
MLS #73340474
Previous Transaction - MLS #73158908
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Mar 8, 2024
$1,110,000
MLS #73158908
Previous Transaction - MLS #72876264
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Aug 26, 2021
$1,400,000
MLS #72876264
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/27/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $10,700 | - | - | Original listing |
| 02/27/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $2,700,000 | - | - | MLS #73340474 |
| 03/08/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,110,000 | - | - | MLS #73158908 |
| 08/26/2021 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,400,000 | - | - | MLS #72876264 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 9999 | $99,999 | — |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$99,999
Tax Year 9999
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Commercial Lease
Year Built
1975
Lot Size
0.04 acres
Rental Details
Rent Includes
None
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
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
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
HOA
Yes
Fee Includes
Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Listing Type
Commercial Lease
Year Built
1975
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
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BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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1975
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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
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
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.5 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
Advent School
0.6 mi
Grades K-06
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
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
Kids Are People School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.0 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
1.4 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
1.9 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.1 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
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
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
1.9 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.8 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+
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
1.7 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
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
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
160 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Timothy Linnane
Listing Office
Linnane Real Estate
Office Phone
617-236-4900
Agent MLS ID
BB921300
Office MLS ID
NB3006
Listing Data Updated
Jul 27, 2026 10:46 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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