Exquisite, wide Back Bay townhouse on the sunny side of Commonwealth with large private roof deck, magnificent views, Juliet balcony, and 6 outdoor parking showcases exceptional bones and timeless character. Expansive windows provide outstanding natural light, highlighting the home's historic charm and original detail. The property offers a versatile floor plan for customization, with approximately 10,000+/-sf to create luxurious spaces and exceptional entertaining space. Currently exhibiting an open and airy kitchen, soaring ceilings, a stately dining room, beautiful paneled library, 5+ well-proportional bedrooms, abundant closets, and a separate au pair suite, it is one of only a few single family homes in this highly coveted neighborhood. Its distinguished façade, irreplaceable location, and palatial scale present an extraordinary canvas for a discerning buyer. Elevator to all floors, 8 fireplaces, and grandeur complete this home’s spectacular offering. Some photos virtually staged.
For sale
$21,950,000
129 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116
6beds
9,624sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
3,237 Square Feet Lot
$20,326,600 Zestimate®
$2,281/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stately dining roomOpen and airy kitchenOriginal detailBeautiful paneled libraryHistoric charmSeparate au pair suiteJuliet balcony
- 31 days |
- 3,193 |
- 156 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeannemarie Conley 617-312-3991,
Compass 617-206-3333
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73527728
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Marble
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 8
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,624
- Total interior livable area: 9,624 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 9,124
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street, Deeded
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Balcony
Lot
- Size: 3,237 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 3351981
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,281/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $11,276,000
- Annual tax amount: $141,208
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
Estimated market value
$20,326,600
$19.31M - $21.34M
$6,490/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $21,950,000-11.7%$2,281/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73527728 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Listing removed | $24,850,000$2,582/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73326527 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $24,850,000-8%$2,582/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73326527 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2024 | Listing removed | $27,000,000+8%$2,805/sqft |
Source: LINK #234259 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2024 | Price change | $24,990,000-7.4%$2,597/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73239262 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $27,000,000+1178.4%$2,805/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73239262 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/1998 | Sold | $2,112,000$219/sqft |
Source: LINK #15957 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $126,798 +11.3% | $10,949,700 +4.7% |
| 2024 | $113,965 +1.5% | $10,455,500 |
| 2023 | $112,292 +5.1% | $10,455,500 +6.5% |
| 2022 | $106,844 +4% | $9,820,200 +2% |
| 2021 | $102,726 +4.2% | $9,627,600 +3.1% |
| 2020 | $98,594 +5.2% | $9,336,600 +5% |
| 2019 | $93,695 +7.6% | $8,889,500 +7% |
| 2018 | $87,099 +315.9% | $8,311,000 +5% |
| 2017 | $20,942 -75% | $7,915,300 +3.9% |
| 2016 | $83,767 -3.6% | $7,615,200 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $86,860 +1.1% | $7,172,600 +5% |
| 2014 | $85,934 +6.4% | $6,831,000 +11.1% |
| 2013 | $80,789 +25.2% | $6,148,300 +24.2% |
| 2012 | $64,545 +8.1% | $4,949,800 +6% |
| 2011 | $59,702 +14.1% | $4,667,900 +6% |
| 2010 | $52,316 +12.5% | $4,403,700 +0.6% |
| 2009 | $46,523 -3.1% | $4,376,600 +0% |
| 2008 | $47,997 -3.1% | $4,375,300 -2.9% |
| 2007 | $49,522 -3.3% | $4,506,100 -2.1% |
| 2006 | $51,201 +7.1% | $4,604,400 +3.3% |
| 2005 | $47,829 +9.9% | $4,457,500 +4% |
| 2004 | $43,512 -17.6% | $4,286,900 -8.4% |
| 2003 | $52,821 +10.2% | $4,678,560 +7.5% |
| 2002 | $47,912 +106.1% | $4,351,680 +146.2% |
| 2000 | $23,247 | $1,767,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
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- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
- NABoston Adult AcademyGrades: 11-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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- Back Bay
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