167 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$849,000
Est. $5,610/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.

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1
Beds
1
Baths
655
Sq Ft
$1,296
Price/Sq Ft
1899
Year Built
New today
Time on Market
For Sale Listed Nov 4, 2026 • MLS# 73598882 Copied! • Updated Nov 4, 2026

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About this home

Charming, French Baroque-styled Back Bay condominium on the sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue, between Dartmouth and Exeter Streets. Located on the fourth floor of a distinguished Sturgis & Brigham brownstone, with elevator access, an elegant lobby featuring an original inglenook fireplace, and a new intercom system. This beautifully updated 655 sq. ft. residence offers high ceilings, whitewashed parquet hardwood floors, exposed brick, a charming fireplace, and fresh paint. The updated kitchen features a refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and disposal. The spacious bedroom accommodates a California king bed, and the updated bath adds modern comfort. Additional features include central A/C, unit-controlled heat, basement storage, common laundry, and a pet-friendly association. An ideal pied-à-terre or first Boston home, just steps from the Commonwealth Avenue Mall, Public Garden, Newbury Street, Copley Square, and Green Line.

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Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Nov 4, 2026
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: David Sampson
Previous Transaction - MLS #73364050
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 12, 2025
$730,000
MLS #73364050

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2027 $9,051 $723,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,051
Tax Year 2027
HOA Fee
$363
Monthly
Assessed Value
$723,700

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1899
Living Area 655 sq ft
Stories 1
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Electric, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air, Unit Control, Fan Coil
Flooring Wood, Tile, Parquet
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Common Area
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features On Street
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven
Annual Tax $9,051
Assessed Value $723,700

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $363 Monthly
Fee Includes Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 7
Pets Yes
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Extra Storage In Basement. Common Laundry In Building. Pet-friendly Association. On-street Parking Only; No Deeded Or Assigned Space. 167commaveunit8 Dot Com
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 8
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Floor Plans (1)
County Suffolk

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1899
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
655 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Parquet
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area
Security: Intercom, TV Monitor

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1899
Structure Type: Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Electric, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air, Unit Control, Fan Coil
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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

3 schools
The Learning Project
0.2 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Park Street School
0.5 mi
Grades K-07
M

Middle Schools

1 school
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.3 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Commonwealth School
< 0.1 mi
Grades 09-12
C-
Snowden International High School
0.1 mi | #301 of 346 | Score: 38.1
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.1 below state avg
435 students Diverse
7 sports • 78 athletes
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
Snowden International
0.1 mi
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Homeowners Insurance $200
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Neighborhood

Back Bay

167 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent David Sampson
Listing Office Real Broker MA, LLC
Office Phone 855-450-0442
Agent MLS ID BB806534
Office MLS ID AN8772
Listing Data Updated Nov 4, 2026 4:12 PM EST
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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