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36 Commonwealth Avenue PH, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$7,995,000
Est. $50,650/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,771
Sq Ft
$2,120
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
128
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$500,000 Listed Jan 27, 2026 • MLS# 73471899 Copied!

About this home

Located one block and steps from the Boston Public Garden is an extraordinary 3 floor home in Back Bay’s most coveted address. Elevator access to all floors you will find three sun-filled corner exposures, additional windows and sunlight throughout. Bonus - The only front facing Private Terrace overlooking the Mall on a middle floor of a townhouse, ideal for entertaining conveniently off Grand fireplace living room. Centered gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook, Sunny formal dining room enjoying classic Back Bay architectural views. Second floor, front facing primary suite features a fireplace, sitting area, custom closets, and a marble spa bath, add'l Guest Bedroom suite, Top floor 2 additional bedrooms, Bonus - Paneled library/media room/home office with built-ins with fireplace, Soaring ceilings. Enjoy your Private Roof Terrace with exceptional views, sunrise and sunsets, Two Tandem Garage, Add'l Storage, Professional Managed.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BLOCK KEITH G
Mailing Address 36 COMMONWALTH AV #2, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row End

Tax Information

Assessed Value $6,769,100

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $6,769,100 $6,769,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Sep 16, 2021 $6,500,000 66298/26
Jan 2, 2013 $9 99999/999
Apr 15, 2010 $4,950,000 46290/144

Building Permit History

No building permits on record since 2009.

Data: City of Boston Open Data (Analyze Boston)

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Year built 1,880 1,880
Match: geocode_proximity (88.8% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,771 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
3
Entry Level
3

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1880
Living Area 3,771 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 4
Basement N
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Roof, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Assigned
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $86,474
Assessed Value $7,256,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
Security: Intercom, TV Monitor

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1880
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Patio
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Assigned

Special Features

Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Private School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

36 Commonwealth Avenue PH, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

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Property Tax $7,206
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $2,817/mo
PMI (if <20% down) $0

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Payment Over Time

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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

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Price Changes
5.9%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Jun 3, 2026
$7,995,000 $500,000 (-5.89%)
From $8,495,000 to $7,995,000 (-5.9%)
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Listed for Sale
Jan 27, 2026
$8,495,000
Original listing
Agent: Beth Dickerson Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 3, 2026 Price Changed $7,995,000 -$500,000
Jan 27, 2026 New Listing Added $8,495,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
128 days
Price per Sq Ft
$2,120
Total Price Drop
-$500,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $86,474 $7,256,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$86,474
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$2,817
Monthly
Assessed Value
$7,256,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Beth Dickerson
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB904055
Office MLS ID BB5919
Listing Data Updated Jun 4, 2026 8:05 AM 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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