Sun-Drenched Back Bay Penthouse All Utilities Included
Top-floor 2BR/1BA penthouse on one of Back Bay's most iconic blocks, right on Commonwealth Ave. Available September 1st.
This bright, airy home features soaring ceilings and a spacious living room crowned by a massive skylight that fills the space with natural light. Both bedrooms are full-sized with closets, and even the bathroom has its own skylight. In-unit laundry included.
All utilities included in rent heat, hot water, electricity, and trash removal.
Lovingly maintained by the same tenants for the past 8 years, this unit rarely comes on the market. Unbeatable location near the Green Line (Copley/Hynes), Newbury Street shopping, and the Esplanade.
Please note: 5th-floor walkup (no elevator).
Final two photos show the building lobby and entryway.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$5,080/mo
261 Commonwealth Ave, APT 9, Boston, MA 02116
2beds
1,200sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
No pets
In unit laundry
What's special
In-unit laundryBuilding lobby and entrywaySoaring ceilings
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Details
- Parcel number: CBOSW05P03399S022
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Garbage
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $5,080-4.2%$4/sqft |
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| 8/9/2026 | Price change | $5,300-5.4%$4/sqft |
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| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $5,600-3.4%$5/sqft |
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| 8/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,800+70.6%$5/sqft |
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| 6/16/2016 | Sold | $770,000-3.6%$642/sqft |
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| 5/2/2016 | Pending sale | $799,000$666/sqft |
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| 4/27/2016 | Price change | $799,000-5.9%$666/sqft |
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| 4/15/2016 | Price change | $849,000-5.6%$708/sqft |
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| 1/14/2016 | Listed for sale | $899,000+43.9%$749/sqft |
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| 8/5/2015 | Listing removed | $3,400$3/sqft |
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| 7/10/2015 | Price change | $3,400-2.9%$3/sqft |
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| 6/4/2015 | Listed for rent | $3,500$3/sqft |
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| 12/10/2010 | Listing removed | $624,900$521/sqft |
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| 9/18/2010 | Listed for sale | $624,900+15.7%$521/sqft |
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| 8/15/2005 | Sold | $540,000+132.8%$450/sqft |
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| 11/27/1996 | Sold | $232,000+4.5%$193/sqft |
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| 6/30/1989 | Sold | $222,000$185/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mel 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







