178 Commonwealth PH, Boston MA 02116 – 2 bed 2 bath For Sale – 73425370
Overview
- Updated On:
- September 3, 2025
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- 73425370
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- 0 Garage Spaces
- 1 Non-Garage Parking
- 1884
- 700.48 HOA Fee
Description
Historic Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space able to accommodate a large SUV easily. This duplex home that overlooks the Commonwealth Mall is located in a Romanesque style brownstone which has two bedrooms, two full spa like marble bathrooms, and an elegant front facing living and dining room with original detail fireplace, bay windows, and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. Modern amenities include recessed lighting, a wet bar, new gas lines installed throughout the building, central A/C with newer compressor, and updated elegant common spaces all in a professionally managed association. A full staircase leading to roof deck offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.
This property is listed by Davant Scarborough from Compass
Property Listing Details
Overview
| MLS Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Price | $ 1,800,000 |
| Living Area | 1,239.00 ft2 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing MLS ID | 73425370 |
| Days on Market | 0 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
Unit Information
| Bedrooms | 2 |
|---|---|
| Full Bathrooms | 2 |
| Half Bathrooms | 0 |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Steam |
| Uncovered Parking | 1 |
| Garage Parking | 0 |
| Water View | |
| Unit Level | 4 |
| Common Walls | No One Above |
|---|---|
| Laundry Features | In Unit |
| Lead Paint | Unknown |
| Outdoor Space Available | |
| Living Area Includes Basement | N |
| Patio And Porch Features | Deck - Roof |
| Parking Features | Off Street |
| Waterview Features | |
| Flooring | Wood |
Building Information
| Building Name | |
|---|---|
| Units in Building | 5 |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Association Amenities | |
| Pool Features | |
| Waterfront Features | |
| Association Fee Includes | Water,Sewer,Insurance,Maintenance Structure,Maintenance Grounds,Reserve Funds |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Year Built | 1884 |
|---|---|
| Security Features | |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Spa Features | |
| Structure Type | Duplex |
| Water Source | Public |
| Basement | N |
| Roof | Rubber |
Additional Details
| Community Features | Public Transportation,Shopping,T-Station,University |
|---|---|
| Disclosures | 2% buyers agency compensation offered. |
| Last Updated | September 3, 2025 at 08:24pm |
| Building Area Source | Public Records |
| MLS PIN Page | |
| Parcel Number | 3359124 |
| Original List Price | 1800000 |
| Listing Office | compass |
| Tax Annual Amount | 16180 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 1397300 |
| Tax Book Number | 56311 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Year Built Details | Actual |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| Zoning | 0 |
| Listing Agent | davant scarborough |
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178 Commonwealth PH, Boston MA 02116 – 2 bed 2 bath For Sale – 73425370
$ 1,800,000
Status: Active
178 Commonwealth PH, Boston MA 02116, Boston, Back Bay, Suffolk 02116
Country: United States
Property Overview
MLS #: 73425370
Type: Condominium / Duplex
Action: Residential
Year Built: 1884 (Actual, Source: Public Records, Effective: )
Living Area: 1,239.00 ft2 (Total: 1239 Square Feet, Source: Public Records)
Lot Size: (Area: Acres, SqFt: )
Total Rooms: 7
Condition:
Availability:
Building Name:
Interior Features
Bedrooms: 2 (Main Level: )
Bathrooms: Total: 2 (Full: 2, Half: 0, Decimal: 2, Main Level: )
Basement: N
Fireplaces: 1 ()
Flooring: Wood
Laundry: In Unit
Window Features:
Door Features:
Accessibility:
Entry: Level 4, Location:
Other Equipment:
Construction & Design
Style:
Materials: Brick
Foundation: (Area: )
Roof: Rubber
Stories: 2 ()
Common Walls: No One Above
Body Type:
Utilities & Green Features
Heating: Steam
Cooling: Central Air
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer ()
Utilities:
Electric: (Expense: )
Gas:
Energy Certificate:
Green Energy Efficient:
Green Energy Generation:
Green Indoor Air Quality:
Green Water Conservation:
Insulation: Full
Exterior & Lot Features
Garage Spaces: 0
Covered Spaces: 0
Parking Total: 1
Parking Features: Off Street
Pool:
Spa:
Patio/Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Lot Features:
View: (, Waterview Y/N: )
Waterfront:
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Community & Association
Community Features: Public Transportation,Shopping,T-Station,University
Association Fee: (Monthly)
Fee Includes: Water,Sewer,Insurance,Maintenance Structure,Maintenance Grounds,Reserve Funds
Association Amenities:
Pets Allowed: Yes
Schools: E: , M: , H:
Zoning: 0 ()
MLS Area: Major: , Minor:
Management:
Optional Fee: (Includes: )
Property Description
Historic Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space able to accommodate a large SUV easily. This duplex home that overlooks the Commonwealth Mall is located in a Romanesque style brownstone which has two bedrooms, two full spa like marble bathrooms, and an elegant front facing living and dining room with original detail fireplace, bay windows, and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. Modern amenities include recessed lighting, a wet bar, new gas lines installed throughout the building, central A/C with newer compressor, and updated elegant common spaces all in a professionally managed association. A full staircase leading to roof deck offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.
Room Details
Living Room (): x ( sqft) - Features:
Dining Room (): x ( sqft) - Features:
Kitchen (): x ( sqft) - Features:
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Multi-Unit Information (if applicable)
Total Units: 5
Units Owner Occupied: 5
Unit 1: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:
Unit 2: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:
Unit 3: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:
Unit 4: Beds: , Full Baths: , Half Baths: , Levels: , Rent: , Lease:
Complex Complete: Yes
Unit Building: PH
Financial & Lease Information
Tax Annual Amount: 16180 (Year: 2025)
Tax Assessed Value: 1397300
Tax Block/Lot/Book/Map: / / 56311 /
Parcel Number: 3359124
Special Licenses:
Current Financing:
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Deposit Required: (Security: , First Month: , Last Month: )
Insurance Required:
References Required:
Listing & Agent Information
Listing Agent: Davant Scarborough (MLS ID: BB954295) / Team: BB954295
Listing Office: Compass (MLS ID: AN2383)
Agent (Property): 369593
Buyer Agent MLS ID:
Buyer Office MLS ID:
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Listing Contract Date: 2025-09-03
Expiration Date: 1900-01-01
Original List Price: 1800000
Price Per SqFt (List): 1452.78
Market Time (Property): 0 (Broker: 0, Prev Broker: 0, Prev Property: 0)
MLS Status: New
Possession:
Directions: Between Dartmouth and Exeter on Commonweath
Disclosures: 2% buyers agency compensation offered., N
Lead Paint: Unknown
Title 5:
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Contingency:
Special Listing Conditions:
Lender Owned:
Short Sale Lender Approval Required:
Home Warranty Y/N:
Documents Available: Master Deed,Unit Deed,Rules & Regs,Floor Plans (Count: 4)
Showings Deferral Date:
Open House Flag: 1
Listing Alert: No
Square Feet Disclosures: (Incl. Base: No, Other: )
Master Book/Page: / (Page: 266)
Sale Information (if applicable)
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System Information
Property ID: 2433999
Modification Timestamp: September 3, 2025 at 08:24pm
Bridge Modification Timestamp: September 3, 2025 at 08:27pm
Original Entry Timestamp: September 3, 2025 at 07:27pm
Status Change Timestamp: September 3, 2025 at 07:27pm
Off Market Date:
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