416 Commonwealth Ave # 201, Boston MA 02215

Boston, MA 02215 • Back Bay
$1,450,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,221
Sq Ft
$1,188
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1910
Year Built
142
Days on Market
Sold Listed Sep 10, 2024 • MLS# 73287987 Copied! • Updated Feb 26, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,560,000
Final Sale Price: $1,450,000
Difference: $110,000 (-7.1%)
Performance Metrics
92.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
142
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,278
Sale $/sq ft: $1,188
This property sold for $1,188 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.1% below the original asking price.

At 142 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

About this home

The Magnificent Somerset! A Landmark Condominium Building In The Heart Of Boston's Back Bay On Commonwealth Avenue. Built As A Hotel, This Iconic White Facade Building Is Now Home To Luxury Condominiums.This Front Facing City Home Offers Tons Of Sunlight From The Large Windows & Superior Views Of Commonwealth Avenue. Incredible Floor Plan Offers 2 Good Size Bedrooms, Dining Area, Large Living Room W/Juliet Balcony & Views Of The Landmark Citgo Sign. Fully Equipped Kitchen Offers Tons Of Cabinets & High End Appliances. The Somerset Offers 24 Hr Concierge,Outside Seasonal Pool,Fitness Room, Dual Elevators, Laundry Facilities & An Unparalleled Back Bay Location On Commonwealth Avenue. An Opportunity Not To Be Missed! Unit is now freshly painted.

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Property History

Market Insights

3.3%
Price Range
143
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Feb 26, 2025
$1,450,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 143
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Listed for Sale
Sep 10, 2024
$1,499,000
Original listing
Agent: Timothy Linnane Office: Linnane Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $12,049 $1,105,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,049
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$1,349
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,105,400

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,221 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Balcony, City View(s)
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio
Features On Street
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
Annual Tax $12,049
Assessed Value $1,105,400

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $1,349 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities Pool, Laundry, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Building Has A Move In Fee Of $250.00 And $250.00 Move Out Deposit Refundable If No Damage. Storage Closet #101 Is Included In The Sale Price.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 201
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Public record shows a 1 bedroom but unit is used as a 2 bedroom.Hot water tank is located in condo.
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws (3)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 143 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,221 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Balcony, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
Kids Are People School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
The Learning Project
0.8 mi
Grades K-06
D
Perkins Elementary School
0.9 mi | #766 of 825 | Score: 31.2
Improved 35 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
201 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.9 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.4
Improved 363 spots from last year
-37.8 below state avg
80 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #259 of 352 | Score: 35.7
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
337 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
The Winsor School
1.1 mi
Grades 05-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
1.1 mi | #808 of 825 | Score: 26.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
-32 below state avg
572 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
1.1 mi
Grades K-07
F
Tobin K-8 School
1.1 mi | #344 of 352 | Score: 24.6
Dropped 8 spots from last year
-33.6 below state avg
355 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
1.9 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
2.3 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.7 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Mother Caroline Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
2.9 mi
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.7 mi | #266 of 352 | Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
1.3 mi
UP Academy
2.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
0.9 mi | #20 of 346 | Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 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
1.2 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.2 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
1.4 mi | #279 of 346 | Score: 44.4
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-13.8 below state avg
575 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.6 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students Moderate
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.3 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 64.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+6.7 above state avg
1,669 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.5 mi
Grades 06-09
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
2.6 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.4
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.8 below state avg
526 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.7 mi | #319 of 346 | Score: 32.9
Improved 52 spots from last year
-25.4 below state avg
646 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

Back Bay

416 Commonwealth Ave # 201, Boston MA 02215

Boston, MA 02215

Listing Information

Listing Agent Timothy Linnane
Listing Office Linnane Real Estate
Office Phone 617-236-4900
Agent MLS ID BB921300
Office MLS ID NB3006
Listing Data Updated Feb 26, 2025 10:02 PM EST
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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