405 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02215
Boston, MA 02215 • Back Bay
$799,000
$775,000
Est. $5,430/month
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11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
About this home
Fully renovated 1BR • Move right in, ~ 750sqft with private ~180sqft brick patio with seperate entrance! Private patio entrances Bright, Fully updated 1BR • Private patio entrance- Renovated one-bedroom condominium on the first floor of an 1890 brick mansion on tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue in Best Back Bay.Area - In a Magnificent Mansion. The open floor plan connects a dining and living area with high ceilings, oversized bow windows, a decorative fireplace with mantel, recessed lighting, and hardwood floors. The renovated granite kitchen is fully applianced with range, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator, plus a sunny window and ample counter and cabinet space.. A wonderful renovated tile and stone bath features a glass walk-in shower, the bedroom offers hardwood beneath carpet with generous closet space, and the in-unit combination washer/dryer is a time saver and included. The home has two separate entrances, from Commonwealth Avenue and from Marlborough Street, opening to a gated, brick-paved private patio (approx. 180 SF). The professionally managed 10-unit building also offers common laundry. Hynes Convention Center Station (Green Line) is approx. 0.3 mi and Kenmore Station approx. 0.5 mi, with the Commonwealth Avenue Mall at the door, Newbury Street approx. 0.1 mi, and the Charles River Esplanade approx. 0.3 mi. Garage or outdoor Rental parking is available in the area, and the home is currently tenant-occupied with a lease through 8/31/2026. THIS ONE HAS IT ALL AND MORE!!! Not to be missed.
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1
Price Changes
3%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Aug 5, 2026
$775,000
$24,000
(-3%)
From $799,000 to $775,000 (-3.0%)
Showing Instructions Updated
Jul 24, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
Jul 23, 2026
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Robb Cohen Team
Office: Engel & Volkers Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $775,000 | $24,000 | - | From $799,000 to $775,000 (-3.0%) |
| 07/24/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 07/23/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $799,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,307 | $717,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,307
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$619
Monthly
Assessed Value
$717,400
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
750 sq ft
Lot Size
0.02 acres
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer/dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Building
Features
Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Construction
Brick, Stone, Block
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Patio - Enclosed
Parking
Features
Rented
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,307
Assessed Value
$717,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$619 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
7
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Shown Exclude Resi Exemptn (up To $4, 353.74). Currently Tenant-occupied; Lease Ends 8/31/2026. Direct Access Also Available From Marlborough St Via Gated, Brick-fenced Private Patio. 12-month Min. Lease; Service Pets Only Or Approval. Recently Renovated, Move-in Ready, Low Fees, Great Location
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
Tax records: 727 SF. Measured: 750 SF. Excludes 180 SF private patio. *Buyer to do due diligence*
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
16 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
750 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
750 sq ft above grade
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio - 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:
Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features:
Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick, Stone, Block
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Rented
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, 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
3 schools
Kids Are People School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
High Schools
3 schools
Boston Arts Academy
0.3 mi
A
Boston Arts Academy
0.3 mi
|
#4 of 25
|
Score: 51.3
Improved 321 spots from last year
-6.9 below state avg
500 students
Diverse
6 sports
• 26 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
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Back Bay
405 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02215
Boston, MA 02215
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Robb Cohen Team
Listing Office
Engel & Volkers Boston
Office Phone
617-936-4194
Agent MLS ID
TM355827
Office MLS ID
AN2593
Listing Data Updated
Aug 8, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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