416 Commonwealth Ave # 217, Boston MA 02215

Boston, MA 02215 • Back Bay
$735,000
1
Beds
2
Baths
1,041
Sq Ft
$706
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1910
Year Built
1
Parking
Condominium
Type
97
Days on Market
Sold 2009 Listed Aug 27, 2009 • MLS# 70966645 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $695,000
Final Sale Price: $735,000
Difference: +$40,000 (+5.8%)
Performance Metrics
105.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
97
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $668
Sale $/sq ft: $706
This property sold for $706 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

At 97 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

About this home

Oversized meticulously renovated 1 bed/2 bath in highly sought after Somerset building. 2008 remodeling included kitchen expansion & redesign boasting high-end appliances & granite counters. Open kitchen/living floor plan offering views of the association pool. Fireplace. Newly installed hardwood floors. Large bright master bedroom with Juliet balcony & en-suite marble & onyx bath. in-unit w/d Luxury building w/ 24-hour concierge, exercise room. Full parking space offered at additional $65,000

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

44.4%
Price Range
97
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73341600
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Previously Sold
May 21, 2025
$1,250,000
MLS #73341600
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Sold
Dec 16, 2009
$735,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 97
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Listed for Sale
Aug 27, 2009
$695,000
Original listing
Agent: Annette Given Office: The Charles Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2009 $5,490 $516,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,490
Tax Year 2009
HOA Fee
$568
Per month
Assessed Value
$516,500

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,041 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Stories 1
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $5,490
Assessed Value $516,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $568
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Pool, Laundry, Elevator(s), Fitness Center
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 75
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Subject To Errors And Omissions And Withdrawals From Market
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 217
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 97 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,041 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security: Doorman

Construction & Materials

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

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat
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
1.0 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
1.0 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
1.2 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
2.4 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
2.4 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
2.6 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 # 217, Boston MA 02215

Boston, MA 02215

Listing Information

Listing Agent Annette Given
Listing Office The Charles Realty
Office Phone 617-236-0353
Agent MLS ID BB981853
Office MLS ID BB9906
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 8:48 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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