Situated prominently in a mid-block section of historic Back Bay on “Sunny Side Comm” this gracious, extensively renovated condo in a stately brownstone offers an expansive, contemporary open floor plan with soaring ceilings and oversized windows overlooking the 32-acre tree-lined street. Peppered with period details including deep crown molding and hardwood floors, this floor-through unit has been masterfully updated for modern-day living. At the front of the home you have the open concept living/dining/kitchen space - superb for entertaining guests. To the rear of the unit you will find a luxurious primary suite with walk-in closet, and attached gut renovated bathroom with separate soaking tub, dual vanity and tiled shower. A second bedroom, bathroom, in-unit laundry, and an unobstructed tandem parking space round out the unit. Easy access to Boston’s renowned Newbury Street shopping district, Public Garden, Boston Common and Charles River Esplanade. DIRECT ELEVATOR ACCESS!
Sold for $2,525,000
$2,525,000
255 Commonwealth Ave APT 3, Boston, MA 02116
2beds
1,671sqft
Condominium
Built in 1901
-- sqft lot
$2,757,800 Zestimate®
$1,511/sqft
$7,000 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,757,800
$2.51M - $3.09M
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Luxurious primary suiteOversized windowsHardwood floorsSeparate soaking tubDeep crown moldingWalk-in closetTiled shower
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Listed by:
Denman Drapkin Group 617-702-4842,
Compass 617-303-0067,
David Wood 617-388-3054
Bought with:
Shane Brady
Century 21 Shawmut Properties
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73126485
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Forced Air, Electric, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,671
- Total interior livable area: 1,671 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Tandem, Deeded
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
- Exterior features: Screens, Rain Gutters
Details
- Parcel number: 4759477
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1901
- Major remodel year: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $1,020 monthly
- Amenities included: Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2023 | Sold | $2,525,000+5.4%$1,511/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73126485 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,395,000+21.6%$1,433/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73126485 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2019 | Listing removed | $3,500$2/sqft |
Source: Compass #72448123 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,500$2/sqft |
Source: Compass #72448123 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2019 | Sold | $1,970,000$1,179/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2018 | Pending sale | $1,970,000$1,179/sqft |
Source: The Charles Realty #72426941 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2018 | Price change | $1,970,000-8.4%$1,179/sqft |
Source: The Charles Realty #72426941 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2018 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000+3.9%$1,287/sqft |
Source: The Charles Realty #72426941 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2018 | Sold | $2,070,000-5.9%$1,239/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2017 | Pending sale | $2,199,000$1,316/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Comm Ave #72234783 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $2,199,000+10.8%$1,316/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Boston-Commonwealth Avenue #72234783 Report a problem | ||
| 11/12/2015 | Listing removed | $1,985,000$1,188/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #788888888 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,985,000+47%$1,188/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #788888888 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2005 | Sold | $1,350,000+136.8%$808/sqft |
Source: LINK #47019 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/1995 | Sold | $570,000+1.8%$341/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/1990 | Sold | $560,000$335/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,681 +6.7% | $2,045,000 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $22,189 +9.5% | $2,035,700 +7.9% |
| 2023 | $20,270 +0.7% | $1,887,300 +2% |
| 2022 | $20,131 +2% | $1,850,300 |
| 2021 | $19,743 +2.9% | $1,850,300 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $19,192 +2.2% | $1,817,400 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,773 +11% | $1,781,100 +10.4% |
| 2018 | $16,906 +324.2% | $1,613,200 +4% |
| 2017 | $3,986 -75% | $1,550,900 +7% |
| 2016 | $15,943 -6% | $1,449,400 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $16,967 +8% | $1,401,100 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $15,711 +0.5% | $1,248,900 +5% |
| 2013 | $15,629 -4.8% | $1,189,400 -5.5% |
| 2012 | $16,420 +2% | $1,259,200 |
| 2011 | $16,105 +7.7% | $1,259,200 |
| 2010 | $14,959 +11.9% | $1,259,200 +0.1% |
| 2009 | $13,369 -3.1% | $1,257,700 |
| 2008 | $13,797 -0.2% | $1,257,700 0% |
| 2007 | $13,824 | $1,257,900 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Boston Arts AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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