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36 Commonwealth Avenue PH, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$8,495,000
$7,995,000
Est. $50,650/month
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About this home
Updated, painted, and staged! Located one block and steps from the Boston Public Garden is an extraordinary 3 floor home in Back Bay’s most coveted address. Elevator access to all floors you will find three sun-filled corner exposures, additional windows and sunlight throughout. Bonus - The only front facing Private Terrace overlooking the Mall on a middle floor of a townhouse, ideal for entertaining conveniently off Grand fireplace living room. Centered gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook, Sunny formal dining room enjoying classic Back Bay architectural views. 2nd floor, front facing primary suite features a fireplace, sitting area, custom closets, and a marble spa bath, add'l Guest Bedroom suite, Top floor 2 additional bedrooms, Bonus - Paneled library/media room/home office with built-ins with fireplace, Soaring ceilings. Enjoy your Private Roof Terrace w/exceptional views, sunrise and sunsets, Two Tandem Garage, Add'l Storage, Professional Managed.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
5.9%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jun 3, 2026
$7,995,000
$500,000
(-5.89%)
From $8,495,000 to $7,995,000 (-5.9%)
Listed for Sale
Jan 27, 2026
$8,495,000
Original listing
Agent: Beth Dickerson
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $7,995,000 | $500,000 | - | From $8,495,000 to $7,995,000 (-5.9%) |
| 01/27/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $8,495,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1880
Living Area
3,771 sq ft
Stories
3
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
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$2,817 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
2
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building
PH
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
196 days
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
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,771 sq ft above grade
LevelThird
LevelThird
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof, Patio
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:
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
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
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
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
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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Neighborhood
Back Bay
36 Commonwealth Avenue PH, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Beth Dickerson
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-375-6900
Agent MLS ID
BB904055
Office MLS ID
BB5919
Listing Data Updated
Aug 11, 2026 6:03 PM EDT
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