260-262 Commonwealth Avenue # 1B, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$5,395,000
Est. $41,175/month
About this home
Welcome to Maison Commonwealth, Boston’s premier new concierge boutique destination, where European sophistication meets the timeless charm of Back Bay. This elegant 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Parlor Duplex townhome offers over 1,820 sq ft of refined living with soaring near 12-ft ceilings, intricate plaster moldings, imported hand-carved Italian marble fireplaces, and wide-plank floors in a chevron pattern. The upper level features gracious entertaining spaces overlooking Commonwealth Avenue, plus a spacious bedroom suite with direct access to a private terrace. The serene primary suite level opens to a brick-walled patio and includes a floor-to-ceiling marble bath with double vanity, soaking tub, and radiant heat. Italian cabinetry, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, a wine refrigerator, built-in coffee station, direct access to one heated garage parking space, private storage, and concierge services complete this exceptional Back Bay offering.
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Apr 16, 2026
$5,395,000
Original listing
Agent: Beth Dickerson
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $5,395,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 9999 | $99,999 | $999,999 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$99,999
Tax Year 9999
HOA Fee
$5,362
Monthly
Assessed Value
$999,999
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,829 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Marble, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
N
Laundry
In Basement, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck, City View(s), Garden, Professional Landscaping
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under, Heated Garage, Storage, Assigned
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$99,999
Assessed Value
$999,999
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$5,362 Monthly
Fee Includes
Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
5
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Are Tbd.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
1B
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans (4)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
96 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,829 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
1
Room Details
First Floor
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Basement Floor
Bathroom1
Master Bedroom
Other Floor
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Marble, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Basement, In Unit
Security:
Intercom, Doorman, Concierge
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Effective Year (Renovated):
2025
Structure Type:
Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, City View(s), Garden, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Under, Heated Garage, Storage, Assigned
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
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
Kids Are People School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
0.8 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
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
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 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
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.0 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Middle School Academy
2.0 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: 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
Mother Caroline Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Epiphany School
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.0 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
1.4 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
0.9 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.0 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
A+
Boston Latin School
1.2 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
1.4 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
1.6 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.3 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
D
Charlestown High School
2.4 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
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.0 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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260-262 Commonwealth Avenue # 1B, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Beth Dickerson
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-375-6900
Agent MLS ID
BB904055
Office MLS ID
BB5919
Listing Data Updated
Jul 20, 2026 12:09 PM EDT
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