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56 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH, Boston, MA
Boston · MA 02116
- $2,300,000
- Price
- 2
- Beds
- 1.5
- Baths
- 1044
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Condominium
HOA: HOA: $1,116 / mo
- HOA Fees Include
- Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Management Fee
- Special Assessment
- No
Floor:
7th floor
Accessibility:
Elevator
Pets:
Pets (Restrictions)
Parking:
2 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling:
Heat, Gas, AC
Laundry:
In Unit Laundry
Outdoor space:
Private Outdoor
Views:
City Views
About this home
Experience the extraordinary in this breathtaking penthouse offering over 900 sq ft of unrivaled private outdoor space. Perfectly positioned on the coveted 2nd block of Commonwealth Ave, this floor-through gem features a tranquil front deck overlooking the Comm Ave Mall and a rear deck with captivating views of the Church of the Covenant. Fully renovated and impeccably maintained, the home boasts hardwood floors throughout, a marble-clad kitchen with premium appliances, and a light-drenched living room with crown molding and seamless indoor-outdoor flow for effortless entertaining. The primary suite offers double closets and a spa-like marble bath with radiant heat and towel warmer. A second bedroom includes a built-in desk, walk-in closet, and deck access. The second bath, w/ plumbing in place for a full conversion, adds flexibility. With elevator access to floor 6, central air, automatic irrigation and two parking spaces, this spectacular residence is the pinnacle of Back Bay living.
Neighborhood & Transit
Back Bay
56 Commonwealth Ave, Boston · MA 02116
Nearby transit
Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.
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Arlington Green 0.16 mi
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Copley Green 0.22 mi
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Back Bay Orange Commuter Rail 5 routes 0.33 mi
- Foxboro Event Service
- Framingham/Worcester Line
- Franklin/Foxboro Line
- Needham Line
- Providence/Stoughton Line
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Boylston Green 0.49 mi
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 512 days
- Listing Price:
- $2,495,000
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $2,390
- Tax Assessment:
- $2,165,100 in 2025
- Taxes:
- $2,089 / Monthly
- HOA Fee:
- $1,116 / Monthly
Home Facts
Where is the Unit in the building?
- Unit Placement
- 7th
- Views
- City Views
- Elevator
- Yes
- Handicap Access
- Unknown
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Bathrooms
- 1
- Half Bathrooms
- 1
- Living Area
- 1,044 Sq.Ft
- Broker Disclosure about Living Area
- Measured. Public record states 1000 sq ft.
- Kitchen
- Main Floor, Open Floor Plan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Custom Built Cabinets, Stone Countertops, Pantry, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Primary Bedroom
- Main Floor, Double Closet, Full Bathroom, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, En-suite bathroom
- Laundry
- In Unit, Main Floor
- Living levels
- 1
- Rooms
- 4
- Above grade area
- 1044
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Lead paint
- Unknown
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Steam, Gas
- Heating Zone
- 1
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Cooling Zones
- 1
- Water
- City/Town Water
- Sewer
- City/Town Sewer
- Electric Features
- Unknown
Exterior Features
- Outdoor Space
- Yes - Private
- Features
- Deck, City View(s), Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 0 Parking Spaces
- Off Street Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces, Tandem, Assigned
Home Owner Association information
- Restrictions
- Unknown
- HOA
- $1,116 / Monthly
- HOA Includes
- Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Management Fee
- Special Assessment
- No
- Pets allowed
- Yes w/ Restrictions
- Pet restrictions
- Other (See Remarks)
- Security
- Intercom
- Association pool
- No
Room details
- Living room level
- First Floor
- Living room features
- Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
- Bedroom 2 level
- First Floor
- Bedroom 2 features
- Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Slider, Crown Molding
- Bathroom 1 level
- First Floor
- Bathroom 1 features
- Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
- Bathroom 2 level
- First Floor
- Bathroom 2 features
- Bathroom - Half, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
Listing information
- Listing agent
- Elizabeth Crowley
- Listing office
- William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
- MLS PIN #
- 73385390
- Disclosure
- Measured. Public record states 1000 sq ft.