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  • $1,401,300

    280 Commonwealth Ave APT 401, Boston, MA 02116

    2beds
    1baths
    1,015sqft
    Apartment
    Built in 1890
    -- sqft lot
    $1,401,300 Zestimate®
    $1,381/sqft
    $5,233 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,401,300

    $1.26M - $1.56M

    $5,233/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    You can have it all! With amazing views and incredible period-specific details, this 2-Bedroom, 1.5-Baths pet friendly condo provides an excellent living experience for its new residents. All rooms in this sun-splashed Back Bay penthouse are front facing on Commonwealth Avenue. Enjoy the view through the oversized bay window with window seat. Domed ceilings, stained glass, central A/C, personal washer/dryer, and a large private roof deck are just a few of the additional features that make up this fantastic home. Located within a beautiful, professionally managed building with an elegant grand lobby, elevator and bike room. You'll get direct building access, separate storage and your own parking space! It's a prime location on Commonwealth Avenue between Fairfield & Gloucester Streets providing easy access to Newbury Street, grocery stores, shopping, cafes, Prudential Center, the River, the Public Garden and public transportation. Lease can be 6-14+ months

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1.5
    Heating
    • Heat pump
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,015 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 871 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: CBOSW05P03187S072

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    Materials
    • Roof: Other
    Condition
    • Year built: 1890

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Boston

    Other

    Other facts
    • Balcony
    • Laundry: In Unit
    • Living room
    • Vintage

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/7/2023Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    3/31/2023Listed for rent$4,800+11.6%$5/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    11/29/2018Listing removed$4,300$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72418649 Report a problem
    11/1/2018Listed for rent$4,300+3.6%$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72418649 Report a problem
    4/7/2016Listing removed$4,150-5.7%$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71966355 Report a problem
    3/3/2016Listed for rent$4,400+6%$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71966355 Report a problem
    12/19/2013Listing removed$4,150$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71587297 Report a problem
    12/10/2013Price change$4,150+7.8%$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71587297 Report a problem
    11/29/2013Price change$3,850-7.2%$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71587297 Report a problem
    11/19/2013Price change$4,150-11.2%$4/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71587297 Report a problem
    10/3/2013Price change$4,675-3.6%$5/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71587297 Report a problem
    9/23/2013Listed for rent$4,850$5/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #71587297 Report a problem
    7/24/2009Sold$784,000+8.1%$772/sqft
    Source: LINK #98210 Report a problem
    6/22/2001Sold$725,000$714/sqft
    Source: LINK #3800 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$14,489 +6.2%$1,251,200
    2024$13,638 +6.6%$1,251,200 +5%
    2023$12,798 +0.7%$1,191,600 +2%
    2022$12,710 +2%$1,168,200
    2021$12,465 +10.5%$1,168,200 +9.3%
    2020$11,285 +2.2%$1,068,700 +2%
    2019$11,040 +6.6%$1,047,400 +6%
    2018$10,353 +324.1%$987,900 +4%
    2017$2,441 -75%$949,800 +7%
    2016$9,764 -10.5%$887,600 -1.5%
    2015$10,912 +7%$901,100 +11.2%
    2014$10,195 -2%$810,400 +2.3%
    2013$10,404 +9.3%$791,800 +8.5%
    2012$9,517 +2%$729,800
    2011$9,334 +13.1%$729,800 +5.1%
    2010$8,253 +13.1%$694,700 +1.2%
    2009$7,300 -3.1%$686,700
    2008$7,533 -0.2%$686,700 0%
    2007$7,548 $686,800

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    Neighborhood: Back Bay

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