For sale

$789,000

160 Commonwealth Ave APT 517, Boston, MA 02116

0beds

588sqft

$6,056/mo

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Condominium

Built in 1881

-- sqft lot

$737,600 Zestimate^®

$1,342/sqft

$670/mo HOA

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What's special

Formal dining areaSuper large studioHardwood floorsIconic white facade buildingTons of closetsOpen flowing floor planSpacious cabinets

The Magnificent Vendome! A Landmark Condominium Building In The Heart Of Boston's Back Bay On Commonwealth Avenue.Built As Hotel Vendome,This Iconic White Facade Building Is Now Home To Condominiums.This Beautifully Renovated Front Facing Luxury Condominium Offers "Million Dollar Views" Of The Commonwealth Avenue Mall.A Very Bright, Airy & Open Home. This Super Large Studio Offers A Built In Murphy Bed, Tons Of Closets, Hardwood Floors & High Ceilings. Renovated Kitchen With Granite Tops,Spacious Cabinets & Fully Applianced. Open Flowing Floor Plan Creates A Formal Dining Area, Spacious Living Room Ideal For Entertaining While Having A Designated Sleeping Area Tucked Away Discretely While The Bed Is Hidden! Incredible Windows That Are All Front Facing With Direct Views Of The Comm Ave Mall And Lighted Trees! There Is a 24hr Concierge,2 Elevators,Common Lobby,Laundry Facilities & Management On Site. No Smoking Building. Rarely Available To The Sale Market. Shown By Appointment.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 0
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Electric

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry: Common Area, In Building

Features

Elevator
Has basement: No
Has fireplace: No
Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls

Interior area

Total structure area: 588
Total interior livable area: 588 sqft
Finished area above ground: 588

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance

Features

Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper,Front)

Lot

Size: 588 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: W:05 P:01383 S:206,3359157
Zoning: CD

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Property subtype: Condominium
Attached to another structure: Yes

Condition

Year built: 1881

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Security: TV Monitor, Concierge

HOA

Amenities included: Elevator(s)
Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
HOA fee: $670 monthly

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,342/sqft
Tax assessed value: $696,100
Annual tax amount: $8,705
Date on market: 11/11/2026

Estimated market value

$737,600

$686,000 - $797,000

$3,230/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/11/2026	Listed for sale	$789,000+21.4%$1,342/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73601014 Report a problem
11/1/2026	Listed for rent	$3,950+19.7%$7/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
5/1/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
3/20/2023	Listed for rent	$3,300+13.8%$6/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
1/12/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: MLS PIN Report a problem
8/31/2020	Price change	$2,900-6.5%$5/sqft
Source: Linnane Real Estate #72620120 Report a problem
6/16/2020	Price change	$3,100-6.1%$5/sqft
Source: Linnane Real Estate #72620120 Report a problem
2/16/2020	Listed for rent	$3,300+10%$6/sqft
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8/15/2019	Listing removed	$3,000$5/sqft
Source: Linnane Real Estate #72531197 Report a problem
7/30/2019	Price change	$3,000-10.4%$5/sqft
Source: Linnane Real Estate #72531197 Report a problem
7/10/2019	Listed for rent	$3,350+11.7%$6/sqft
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6/3/2019	Listing removed	$3,000$5/sqft
Source: Linnane Real Estate #72494450 Report a problem
1/15/2019	Price change	$3,000-11.8%$5/sqft
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72429845 Report a problem
12/5/2018	Price change	$3,400-10.5%$6/sqft
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72429845 Report a problem
10/17/2018	Listed for rent	$3,800$6/sqft
Source: Donnelly + Co. #72410883 Report a problem
10/12/2018	Sold	$650,000-5.1%$1,105/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
9/16/2018	Pending sale	$685,000$1,165/sqft
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72389496 Report a problem
9/6/2018	Listed for sale	$685,000+38.4%$1,165/sqft
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72389496 Report a problem
12/12/2014	Sold	$495,000+4.2%$842/sqft
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9/24/2014	Listed for sale	$475,000$808/sqft
Source: Otis & Ahearn - Back Bay/Downtown #71748026 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,899 +0.9%	$682,100 -5.1%
2024	$7,831 +6.6%	$718,400 +5%
2023	$7,348 +0.7%	$684,200 +2%
2022	$7,298 +2%	$670,800
2021	$7,157 +9.1%	$670,800 +8%
2020	$6,558 +2.2%	$621,000 +2%
2019	$6,415 +6.6%	$608,600 +6%
2018	$6,017 +360.4%	$574,100 +4%
2017	$1,307 -75%	$551,900 +16.1%
2016	$5,227 -6.2%	$475,200 +3.2%
2015	$5,575 +10.9%	$460,400 +15.2%
2014	$5,029 +0.5%	$399,800 +5%
2013	$5,004 +7.8%	$380,800 +7%
2012	$4,642 +2%	$356,000
2011	$4,553 +7.7%	$356,000
2010	$4,229 +9.6%	$356,000 -1.9%
2009	$3,859 -3.1%	$363,000
2008	$3,982 +15.9%	$363,000 +16.1%
2007	$3,435	$312,600