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    $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
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    In-unit laundryBuilding lobby and entrywaySoaring ceilings
    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.
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    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

    DateEventPrice
    8/12/2026Price change$5,080-4.2%$4/sqft
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    8/9/2026Price change$5,300-5.4%$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    8/7/2026Price change$5,600-3.4%$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    8/6/2026Listed for rent$5,800+70.6%$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/16/2016Sold$770,000-3.6%$642/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/2/2016Pending sale$799,000$666/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71987224 Report a problem
    4/27/2016Price change$799,000-5.9%$666/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71987224 Report a problem
    4/15/2016Price change$849,000-5.6%$708/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71987224 Report a problem
    1/14/2016Listed for sale$899,000+43.9%$749/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    8/5/2015Listing removed$3,400$3/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71849932 Report a problem
    7/10/2015Price change$3,400-2.9%$3/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71849932 Report a problem
    6/4/2015Listed for rent$3,500$3/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71849932 Report a problem
    12/10/2010Listing removed$624,900$521/sqft
    Source: Tracy Campion #71137775 Report a problem
    9/18/2010Listed for sale$624,900+15.7%$521/sqft
    Source: Tracy Campion #71137775 Report a problem
    8/15/2005Sold$540,000+132.8%$450/sqft
    Source: LINK #47193 Report a problem
    11/27/1996Sold$232,000+4.5%$193/sqft
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    6/30/1989Sold$222,000$185/sqft
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    Neighborhood: Back Bay

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