86 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$2,950/mo
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$3,000
Final Sale Price:
$2,950
Difference:
$50 (-1.7%)
Performance Metrics
98.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
68
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$6
Sale $/sq ft:
$6
This property sold for $6 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.7% below the original asking price.
The property spent 68 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$6/sq ft
Area Average
$378/sq ft
Difference
98.4%
This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Available June 1. Prime renovated studio rental on the second block of Commonwealth Ave in Back Bay with heat, hot water, gas, and basic internet included. The unit features hard wood floors, a large eat in kitchen with gas stove, full sized fridge & dishwasher. A large bathroom with more storage, and A/C. Lots of closets, with free laundry washer and dryer on the same level shared by one other unit. Enjoy an unbeatable location with a 99 Walk Score—just steps to the Boston Public Garden and Newbury Street, along with top dining and shopping. One tandem parking is available for $300/month. Perfect as a pied-terre in one of Boston’s most iconic neighborhoods. No undergraduates. No pets, please. Virtually Staged Photos.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
7.8%
Price Range
70
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73554800
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 24, 2026
$3,200
MLS #73554800 - Active
Sold
Jun 10, 2026
$2,950
Property sold
Days on Market: 70
Price Reduced
May 8, 2026
$2,950
$50
(-1.67%)
From $3,000 to $2,950 (-1.7%)
Listed for Sale
Apr 2, 2026
$2,950
Original listing
Agent: Lexi Crivon
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Listed for Sale
Apr 2, 2026
$3,000
Original listing
Agent: Lexi Crivon
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73399333
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 18, 2025
$2,950
MLS #73399333
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,200 | - | - | MLS #73554800 - Active |
| 06/10/2026 | ✓ Sold | $2,950 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/08/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,950 | $50 | - | From $3,000 to $2,950 (-1.7%) |
| 04/02/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,950 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/02/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 09/18/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $2,950 | - | - | MLS #73399333 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Living Area
500 sq ft
Lot Size
500 sq ft
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
2
Rental Details
Available
Jun 1, 2026
Lease Term
Lease Terms(6+),Term of Rental(6+)
Rent Includes
Heat, Hot Water, Gas, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Laundry Facilities, Internet
Security Deposit
$2,950
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Disposal, Microwave, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building, In Unit
Features
Single Living Level, Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Screens
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
GF
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Sq Ft Disclosures
Lower Level Studio- Virtually Staged Photos
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
70 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
500 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Room Details
Other Floor
Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Interior Features:
Single Living Level, Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Screens
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Screens
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
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
0.1 mi
Grades K-06
Park Street School
0.4 mi
Grades K-07
Kingsley Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Advent School
0.5 mi
Grades K-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
0.9 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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Perkins Elementary School
1.2 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
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.8 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.2 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
2.5 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.8 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
3.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.3 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
Timilty Middle
1.7 mi
UP Academy
1.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.7 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
1.6 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
1.6 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
1.8 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
2.1 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
2.5 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
2.9 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
86 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lexi Crivon
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone
617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID
BB802330
Office MLS ID
AN6192
Listing Data Updated
Jun 10, 2026 5:04 PM 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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