Steps from the Public Garden and Commonwealth Avenue Mall, this gracious oversized one bedroom offers the living space of many two bedrooms in a prime Back Bay location! 50 Commonwealth Avenue is a sought-after address...a New York style elevator building with stunning common roof deck and resident superintendent. Southern exposure provides wonderful light and views of the historic Tiffany stained glass windows at the Church of the Covenant at the corner of Newbury and Berkeley Streets. Living room easily accommodates living room seating as well as a formal dining room area. Kitchen with gas cooking and breakfast area with space for bistro table in front of window. Hardwood floors and handsome detail throughout. Bedroom will easily accommodate a king-size bed...a rarity in city bedrooms. Common laundry room and bike storage. BUILDING REGULATIONS PROHIBIT TENANTS FROM HAVING PETS.
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| Year | Land | Building | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $0 | $711,900 | $711,900 | — |
| Date | Price | Book/Page |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 3, 2021 | $1,450,000 | 66790/310 |
| Sep 10, 2021 | $2,700,000 | 66261/143 |
| Dec 3, 2020 | $10 | 64301/198 |
| Oct 29, 2020 | $1,525,000 | 64061/70 |
| Aug 25, 2020 | $1,425,000 | 63630/69 |
| Feb 18, 2020 | $1,728,750 | 63585/74 |
| Dec 26, 2019 | $10 | 62309/247 |
| Nov 26, 2019 | $100 | 62132/192 |
| Oct 28, 2019 | $1,260,000 | 61964/176 |
| Aug 8, 2019 | $1,021,250 | 61557/64 |
| Issued | Type / Work | Status | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2026 |
Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1827005
|
Open | $5,000 |
| Jan 29, 2026 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1816869
|
Open | $10,000 |
| Nov 18, 2025 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1798490
|
Open | $689,012 |
| Oct 15, 2025 |
Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1788019
|
Open | $7,000 |
| Sep 11, 2025 |
Electrical Fire Alarms
FA
Fire Alarm
Permit #EFA1774127
|
Open | $10,000 |
| Jul 2, 2025 |
Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1734361
|
Closed | $2,000 |
| Jun 3, 2025 |
Electrical Fire Alarms
FA
Fire Alarm
Permit #EFA1728646
|
Closed | $3,600 |
| May 21, 2025 |
Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1719656
|
Closed | $21,000 |
| Apr 30, 2025 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1715012
|
Open | $5,000 |
| Mar 21, 2025 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1701013
|
Closed | $500 |
| Mar 21, 2025 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1701010
|
Closed | $6,000 |
| Feb 27, 2025 |
Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1691214
|
Closed | $4,000 |
| Feb 12, 2025 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1691235
|
Closed | $75,000 |
| Feb 11, 2025 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1690888
|
Closed | $10,000 |
| Jan 27, 2025 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1686623
|
Closed | $58,394 |
| Dec 20, 2024 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1679481
|
Open | $139,340 |
| Sep 27, 2024 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1655098
|
Open | $1,000 |
| Mar 1, 2024 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1574698
|
Open | $180 |
| May 3, 2023 |
Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1467062
|
Closed | $7,000 |
| Apr 28, 2023 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1465784
|
Open | $1,500 |
| Apr 28, 2023 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1465783
|
Open | $2,000 |
| Apr 7, 2023 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1459223
|
Closed | $270,965 |
| Nov 28, 2022 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1412711
|
Open | $3,000 |
| Sep 1, 2022 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1386669
|
Open | $2,500 |
| Aug 22, 2022 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1305954
|
Open | $9,000 |
| Aug 1, 2022 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1366890
|
Closed | $60,000 |
| Jul 29, 2022 |
Long Form/Alteration Permit
FA
Fire Alarm
Permit #ALT1363498
|
Closed | $636,000 |
| Jul 21, 2022 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
ROOF
Roofing
Permit #SF1344683
|
Open | $199,500 |
| Jun 14, 2022 |
Electrical Fire Alarms
FA
Fire Alarm
Permit #EFA1341627
|
Closed | $336,000 |
| Mar 30, 2022 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1304566
|
Open | $500 |
| Mar 30, 2022 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1291549
|
Open | $8,000 |
| Feb 28, 2022 |
Electrical Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #E1298266
|
Closed | $8,500 |
| Feb 16, 2022 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1297348
|
Open | $2,000 |
| Feb 16, 2022 |
Plumbing Permit
PLUMBING
Plumbing
Permit #PL1297353
|
Closed | $10,000 |
| Feb 15, 2022 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1289541
|
Open | $38,000 |
| Dec 31, 2021 |
Electrical Permit
ELECTRICAL
Electrical
Permit #E1277484
|
Closed | $17,000 |
| Nov 24, 2021 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
INTREN
Renovations - Interior NSC
Permit #SF1267796
|
Open | $200,000 |
| Jul 9, 2021 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1219715
|
Open | $1,000 |
Back Bay
50 Commonwealth Avenue # 505, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
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| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,025,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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