FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelFirst
34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$1,695,000
$1,585,000
Est. $10,281/month
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About this home
The world at your fingertips in the very 1st block of magnificent & historic Commonwealth Avenue. Next door to the celebrated, superbly landscaped Public Garden, close to T & innumerable shops. Unusually spacious 1-level, 1.5-bedroom penthouse in a stately 19th-century brick mansion with gorgeous reception hall. Residence is full of light & beauty. High ceilings, multiple skylights, lovely views. Handsome & open kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, a wine cooler, hardwood cabinetry, delightfully large bedroom with generous closets & a marble bath ensuite. Exposed-brick office is large enough for a guest bed. Half-bath for guests. Hardwood floors, central AC, cross-ventilation. An internal stairway leads to a spacious private roof deck with long vistas over the city. A rare full-size deeded parking space. 100% owner-occupied & beautifully maintained 4-unit residence. Close to the Theater District, restaurants, & several of Boston’s most beloved architectural treasures.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
6.5%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jul 15, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 15, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Jul 6, 2026
$1,585,000
$65,000
(-3.94%)
From $1,650,000 to $1,585,000 (-3.9%)
Price Reduced
Jun 25, 2026
$1,650,000
$45,000
(-2.65%)
From $1,695,000 to $1,650,000 (-2.6%)
Listed for Sale
Apr 8, 2026
$1,695,000
Original listing
Agent: The Petrowsky Jones Group
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/15/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 07/06/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,585,000 | $65,000 | - | From $1,650,000 to $1,585,000 (-3.9%) |
| 06/25/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $1,650,000 | $45,000 | - | From $1,695,000 to $1,650,000 (-2.6%) |
| 04/08/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,695,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,172 | $1,482,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$17,172
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$636
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,482,900
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1875
Living Area
1,251 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
First Floor, In Unit
Features
Office
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed, City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed
Parking
Features
Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Driveway
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$17,172
Assessed Value
$1,482,900
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$636 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
4
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
No-smoking Building. Pets Allowed. Unit Conveys With A Full-size Off-street Parking Space Directly Behind The Building. Images Include Virtual Staging.
Exclusions
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse","Mid-Rise","Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
4
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Association Financial Statements (5)
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
112 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1875
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,251 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,251 sq ft above grade
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
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Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck, Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Office
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
First Floor, In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1875
Effective Year (Renovated):
1985
Structure Type:
Townhouse, Mid-Rise, Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heat Pump
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed, City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Driveway
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
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Monthly Payment Breakdown
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Property Tax
$1,431
Homeowners Insurance
$200
HOA Fee
$636/mo
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Payment Over Time
Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Location
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Neighborhood
Back Bay
34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Petrowsky Jones Group
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID
TEAM0207
Office MLS ID
AN2606
Listing Data Updated
Jul 29, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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