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36 Commonwealth Avenue PH, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$8,495,000
Est. $53,179/month
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,771
Sq Ft
$2,253
Price/Sq Ft
1880
Year Built
Condominium
Type
27
Days on Market
Active Listed Jan 27, 2026 • MLS# 73471899 Copied!

About this home

Overlooking the prestigious first block of Commonwealth Avenue, just steps from the Boston Public Garden, this extraordinary extra-wide triplex offers one of Back Bay’s most coveted addresses. Highlights include direct elevator access to every level, three sun-filled exposures, a private roof deck ideal for entertaining, and the rare luxury of two garage parking spaces. An elegant foyer leads to a grand fireplaced living room that opens to a remarkable walk-out side terrace overlooking the Commonwealth Avenue Mall. A gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook and an elegant formal dining room enjoy classic Back Bay views. The serene primary suite features a fireplace, sitting area, custom closets, and a marble spa bath, complemented by three additional bedrooms and a refined library or home office with built-ins. Soaring ceilings, oversized windows, bunk room, a wet bar, and exceptional storage complete this timeless and sophisticated residence.

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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

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
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.3 mi
Grades K-07
Advent School
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.6 mi | #24 of 25 | Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.8 mi | #809 of 824 | Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi | #258 of 352 | Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students Moderate
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.3 mi | #772 of 824 | Score: 30.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
167 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
St. John Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.3 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.4 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
UP Academy
1.8 mi
Timilty Middle
1.8 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.6 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
0.8 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.7 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.8 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.9 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.0 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.6 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.8 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.9 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Property History

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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
Jan 27, 2026 New Listing Added $8,495,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
27 days
Price per Sq Ft
$2,253

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 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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