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226 Commonwealth Ave. # 1, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,899,000
Est. $17,309/month
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,569
Sq Ft
$1,848
Price/Sq Ft
0.07
Acres
1880
Year Built
19 hours 47 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Mar 23, 2026 • MLS# 73490158 Copied!

About this home

Stunning 2+ bedroom parlor duplex on iconic Commonwealth Avenue, blending modern luxury with classic charm. This newly renovated home features an open floor plan with ornate12-foot ceilings, an oversized fireplace, floor-to-ceiling built-ins, hardwood floors, and a large bay window overlooking the Comm Ave Mall. The well-designed kitchen offers marble countertops and new stainless-steel appliances, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A powder room and two south-facing bedrooms are located on the parlor level, which includes a spacious primary suite with custom closets and a luxurious en-suite bath featuring a marble double vanity and oversized glass shower. A wide spiral staircase leads to the lower level with high ceilings and large windows. This versatile level includes a large sitting room with a custom queen-size Murphy bed and marble full bath, making it an ideal family room, guest suite, or third bedroom. Deeded storage and direct access to 2 tandem parking spaces.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,569 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Open House Schedule

29
Mar
Sunday, March 29
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
28
Mar
Saturday, March 28
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT
24
Mar
Tuesday, March 24
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,569 sq ft
Lot Size 0.07 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Slate

Parking

Features Tandem, Deeded
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $21,604
Assessed Value $2,077,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom, Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Slate
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Tandem, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

226 Commonwealth Ave. # 1, 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

3 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.3 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Newman School
0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.2 mi | #301 of 346 | Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students Diverse
7 sports • 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
Snowden International
0.2 mi
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Mar 23, 2026
$2,899,000
Original listing
Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 23, 2026 New Listing Added $2,899,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
19 hours 47 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,848

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $21,604 $2,077,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$21,604
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$650
Monthly
Assessed Value
$2,077,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Isabella Bruno
Listing Office William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Agent MLS ID CN258511
Office MLS ID AC1396
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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