280 Commonwealth Ave # 309, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$5,500/mo
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About this home
AVAILABLE 1/1/27!! Beautifully designed two-bedroom, one-bathroom condo in a prime Back Bay elevator building. This well-laid-out home features generously sized bedrooms and an open-concept kitchen/living and dining area, enhanced by large windows that fill the space with natural light. Ample storage ensures convenience and organization. The professionally managed building offers bike storage, a spacious common laundry room, and a stunning shared roof deck. Ideally situated near Copley Place, the Prudential Center, and the upscale shopping and dining of Newbury Street, with easy access to the Commonwealth Mall and public transportation. Small dog ok! LL would like the lease to go through 5/31 or 8/31.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
99.4%
Price Range
3
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Nov 14, 2026
$5,500
Original listing
Agent: Laura Hughes
Office: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #72067055
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Oct 14, 2016
$880,000
MLS #72067055
Previous Transaction - MLS #70529735
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 2, 2007
$620,000
MLS #70529735
Previous Transaction - MLS #70402332
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 10, 2006
$599,000
MLS #70402332
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $5,500 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/14/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $880,000 | - | - | MLS #72067055 |
| 05/02/2007 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $620,000 | - | - | MLS #70529735 |
| 07/10/2006 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $599,000 | - | - | MLS #70402332 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1899
Living Area
843 sq ft
Lot Size
843 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
Jan 1, 2027
Lease Term
Term of Rental(16+)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$5,500
Required
Last MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
HOA
Yes
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
309
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
843 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1899
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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
Kingsley Montessori School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.7 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.8 mi
Grades K-07
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.8 mi
|
#259 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
Advent School
0.9 mi
Grades K-06
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#808 of 825
|
Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 mi
|
#766 of 825
|
Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.4 mi
|
#344 of 352
|
Score: 24.6
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
355 students
Diverse
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
2.1 mi
Nativity Prep School
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.7 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.9 mi
Epiphany School
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.4 mi
UP Academy
2.1 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.1 mi
|
#279 of 346
|
Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.2 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 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
1.3 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.6 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.3 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.4 mi
|
#319 of 346
|
Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.7 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
3.0 mi
|
#333 of 346
|
Score: 25.4
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.8 below state avg
526 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
280 Commonwealth Ave # 309, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Laura Hughes
Listing Office
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Office Phone
617-236-0711
Agent MLS ID
CN235540
Office MLS ID
BB5984
Listing Data Updated
Nov 14, 2026 3:43 PM 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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