Open houses canceled- Offer accepted. Meticulously renovated in 2019 this 3+ bedroom middle duplex is complete with direct access deeded parking. Enter into this open sun-filled home and notice the 10 ft ceilings, period detailing, & the centrally located contemporary kitchen w/ quartz countertops, high-end appliances, oversized island, & sleek, low-profile storage. The fireplaced living area exudes European charm w/ oversized windows overlooking the historic Comm Ave Mall, while the adjacent office features a wall of custom, floor-to-ceiling bookcases w/ classic library ladder & huge closet. Two south-facing guest bedrooms, each with generous closet space, are located on the opposite end of the main level for privacy. Conveniently located is a full bathroom with bold marble tilework & separate laundry. The serene primary bedroom is accessible by a full staircase with a vaulted ceiling. This bright & airy suite has a walk-in closet, custom built-ins & luxurious bath. Hardwood floors, recessed lighting & custom closets throughout.
Sold for $2,800,000
$2,800,000
226 Commonwealth Ave APT 2, Boston, MA 02116
3beds
1,850sqft
Condominium
Built in 1880
-- sqft lot
$2,808,400 Zestimate®
$1,514/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Home value
$2,808,400
$2.56M - $3.09M
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Listed by:
Gabrielle G Baron,
William Raveis Back Bay
Source: LINK,MLS#: 239075
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: F
Heating
- Other
Features
- AC, BayWin, D/D, Det, FP, HiCeils, HW, Mtl, NewKit, PetsOK, Study, Sunny, TR, Vws, W/D
- Flooring: 2nd / 3rd floor
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,850
- Total interior livable area: 1,850 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Outside Tandem
Details
- Parcel number: CBOSW05P03255S006
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Condition
- Year built: 1880
- Major remodel year: 2019
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: Master insurance, building maintenance, snow removal, water
- HOA fee: $805 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,514/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,089,600
- Annual tax amount: $24,197
- Date on market: 6/11/2025
- Listing agreement: E
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2025 | Listing removed | $11,750$6/sqft |
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| 7/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $11,750$6/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Sold | $2,800,000+1.8%$1,514/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Pending sale | $2,750,000$1,486/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Contingent | $2,750,000$1,486/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000+150%$1,486/sqft |
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| 11/2/2012 | Sold | $1,100,000$595/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,198 +6.2% | $2,089,600 |
| 2024 | $22,777 +6.6% | $2,089,600 +5% |
| 2023 | $21,374 +0.7% | $1,990,100 +2% |
| 2022 | $21,227 +2% | $1,951,000 |
| 2021 | $20,817 +1.7% | $1,951,000 +0.7% |
| 2020 | $20,470 +43.7% | $1,938,400 +43.4% |
| 2019 | $14,244 +6.6% | $1,351,400 +6% |
| 2018 | $13,358 +402.4% | $1,274,600 +4% |
| 2017 | $2,659 -78.9% | $1,225,400 +7% |
| 2016 | $12,597 -4.6% | $1,145,200 +5.1% |
| 2015 | $13,199 +10.8% | $1,089,900 +15.1% |
| 2014 | $11,915 +0.5% | $947,100 +5% |
| 2013 | $11,852 +0.9% | $902,000 +0.1% |
| 2012 | $11,746 +2% | $900,800 |
| 2011 | $11,521 +7.7% | $900,800 |
| 2010 | $10,702 +7.4% | $900,800 -3.9% |
| 2009 | $9,967 -3.1% | $937,600 |
| 2008 | $10,285 -0.1% | $937,600 +0% |
| 2007 | $10,300 | $937,200 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
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- Suffolk County
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- Back Bay
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