Off Market

178 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH, Boston, MA

Boston · MA 02116

$1,800,000
Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
1239
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Condominium
HOA: HOA: $700
HOA Fees Include
Heat, Hot Water, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal, Management Fee
Special Assessment
No
Floor: 4th · Penthouse
Pets: Pet Friendly
Parking: 1 Off Street Space
Heating & cooling: Heat, AC
Laundry: Unknown
Outdoor space: Private Outdoor
Views: City Views

About this home

Historic Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space in rear of building. This duplex home that overlooks the Commonwealth Mall is located in a Romanesque style brownstone which has two bedrooms, two full spa like marble bathrooms, and an elegant front facing living and dining room with original detail fireplace, bay windows, and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. Modern amenities include recessed lighting, a wet bar, gas lines installed throughout the building, central A/C with newer compressor, and updated elegant common spaces all in a professionally managed association. A full staircase leading to roof deck offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.

Neighborhood & Transit

Back Bay

178 Commonwealth Ave, Boston · MA 02116

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • Copley Green 0.12 mi
  • Back Bay Orange Commuter Rail 5 routes 0.30 mi
    • Foxboro Event Service
    • Framingham/Worcester Line
    • Franklin/Foxboro Line
    • Needham Line
    • Providence/Stoughton Line
  • Prudential Green 0.39 mi
  • Arlington Green 0.42 mi
  • Hynes Convention Center Green 0.46 mi

Price Insight

Days on Market:
120 days
Listing Price:
$1,800,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$1,453
Tax Assessment:
$1,397 in 2026
Taxes:
$1,348 / Monthly
HOA Fee:
$700

Home Facts

Where is the Unit in the building?

Unit Placement
4th | Top/Penthouse
Facing Direction
North
Views
City Views
Elevator
Unknown
Handicap Access
Unknown

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
1,239 Sq.Ft
Kitchen
Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Stone Countertops, Dishwasher, Wine Chiller, Range, Vent Hood, Microwave
Primary Bedroom
Unknown
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
2
Rooms
5
Above grade area
1239
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Radiant
Heating Zone
2
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Outdoor Space
Yes - Private
Features
Deck, Balcony, City View(s)

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
1 Parking Space

Home Owner Association information

Restrictions
Unknown
HOA
$700
HOA Includes
Heat, Hot Water, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal, Management Fee
Special Assessment
No
Pets allowed
Yes

Listing information

Listing agent
Davant Scarborough
Listing office
Compass
MLS PIN #
73545292

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