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261 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$900,000
Est. $6,269/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
691
Sq Ft
$1,302
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
Condominium
Type
3 hours 52 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed Jun 5, 2026 • MLS# 73530992 Copied!

About this home

Step into the pinnacle of elevated living with this stunning penthouse! Bathed in natural light, this residence boasts magnificent bay windows that frame sweeping views, creating a serene and spacious ambiance. The thoughtfully designed interior includes the ultimate convenience of in-unit laundry, ensuring your daily routine is effortless and streamlined.Whether you're relaxing in the sunlit living area, marveling at the expansive skyline, or enjoying the privacy and exclusivity of penthouse living, this home offers it all. Don’t miss your chance to experience luxury redefined

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
691 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 691 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Range
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $8,372
Assessed Value $723,000

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

261 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Walkability

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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

10 schools
Kingsley Montessori School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Kids Are People School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.7 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
Park Street School
0.7 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.8 mi
Grades K-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
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.9 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
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
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.4 mi | #344 of 352 | Score: 25.1
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.1 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
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
Middle School Academy
2.1 mi
Nativity Prep School
2.2 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
Mother Caroline Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.0 mi
Epiphany School
4.1 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
1.5 mi
UP Academy
2.1 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.0 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.1 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
1.3 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
1.7 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
2.4 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
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.4 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
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
3.0 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Jun 5, 2026
$900,000
Original listing
Agent: The Goodrich Team Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 5, 2026 New Listing Added $900,000 —

Market Statistics

Time on Market
3 hours 52 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,302

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,372 $723,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,372
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$820
Monthly
Assessed Value
$723,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Goodrich Team
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM325658
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Jun 5, 2026 1:51 PM 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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