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Sold for $460,000
    • $460,000

    56 Commonwealth Ave APT 55, Boston, MA 02116

    0beds
    335sqft
    Condominium
    Built in 1850
    -- sqft lot
    $485,600 Zestimate®
    $1,373/sqft
    $2,756 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $485,600

    $456,000 - $520,000

    $2,756/mo

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    What's special

    Chic Back Bay studio in a premier location steps from Berkeley St & across from The Commonwealth Avenue Mall. This residence is located on floor 5 in an elevator building & has a sleek modern vibe. There is a stunning eat in kitchen & beautiful natural sunlight. A few of the best features include a huge walk in closet, hardwood floor, bathroom with full size tub & a queen size Murphy Bed with built in shelving. The foyer of this building is dripping with architectural detail; has common laundry & is professionally managed. Low association fee includes heat & hot water. Pet friendly & 100% Move in ready.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Nancy Ciampa McLaughlin 781-608-4847,

    Redfin Corp. 617-340-7803

    Bought with:

    Reig & Losordo

    Compass

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73221339

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 0
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Steam, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: In Building
    Features
    • Basement: None
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 335
    • Total interior livable area: 335 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
    Lot
    • Size: 335 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: W:05 P:01276 S:033,3358698
    • Zoning: res

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    • Property subtype: Condominium
    Materials
    • Frame
    Condition
    • Year built: 1850

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
    • Security: Intercom
    HOA
    • Amenities included: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
    • Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
    • HOA fee: $253 monthly
    Location
    • Region: Boston

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,373/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $454,900
    • Annual tax amount: $4,886
    • Date on market: 12/5/2025
    • Listing terms: Contract

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/28/2024Sold$460,000-5.2%$1,373/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73221339 Report a problem
    5/22/2024Contingent$485,000$1,448/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73221339 Report a problem
    5/17/2024Price change$485,000-4.9%$1,448/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73221339 Report a problem
    5/5/2024Listed for sale$510,000-2.8%$1,522/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73221339 Report a problem
    4/25/2024Contingent$524,900$1,567/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73221339 Report a problem
    4/8/2024Listed for sale$524,900+14.4%$1,567/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73221339 Report a problem
    10/26/2023Listing removed$459,000$1,370/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73118970 Report a problem
    8/2/2023Price change$459,000-1.3%$1,370/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73118970 Report a problem
    7/14/2023Price change$465,000-5.1%$1,388/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73118970 Report a problem
    6/14/2023Price change$489,900-3%$1,462/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73118970 Report a problem
    6/1/2023Listed for sale$505,000-3.1%$1,507/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73118970 Report a problem
    9/30/2022Listing removed$521,000$1,555/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73032433 Report a problem
    9/6/2022Listed for sale$521,000+18.1%$1,555/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73032433 Report a problem
    9/5/2018Sold$441,230+1.4%$1,317/sqft
    Source: LINK #199463 Report a problem
    7/30/2018Pending sale$435,000$1,299/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72359644 Report a problem
    7/11/2018Listed for sale$435,000+10.5%$1,299/sqft
    Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Newbury St. #72359644 Report a problem
    10/2/2017Listing removed$1,850$6/sqft
    Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72226397 Report a problem
    9/19/2017Price change$1,850-5.1%$6/sqft
    Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72226397 Report a problem
    9/11/2017Listed for rent$1,950$6/sqft
    Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72226397 Report a problem
    5/4/2016Sold$393,500-1.1%$1,175/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/4/2016Pending sale$398,000$1,188/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Cambridge / Somerville #71963941 Report a problem
    5/4/2016Listed for sale$398,000$1,188/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Cambridge / Somerville #71963941 Report a problem
    3/27/2016Listing removed$398,000$1,188/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Cambridge / Somerville #71963941 Report a problem
    3/27/2016Pending sale$398,000$1,188/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Cambridge / Somerville #71963941 Report a problem
    3/10/2016Listed for sale$398,000$1,188/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Cambridge / Somerville #71963941 Report a problem
    3/7/2016Pending sale$398,000+9%$1,188/sqft
    Source: Keller Williams - Cambridge / Somerville #71963941 Report a problem
    6/30/2015Sold$365,000+25.9%$1,090/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    8/21/2012Sold$290,000+1.4%$866/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/29/2008Sold$286,000+43%$854/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/4/2003Sold$200,000$597/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$4,944 -5%$426,900 -10.6%
    2024$5,206 +6.5%$477,600 +5%
    2023$4,886 +0.7%$454,900 +2%
    2022$4,851 +2%$445,900
    2021$4,758 +5.7%$445,900 +4.6%
    2020$4,501 +7.6%$426,200 +7.4%
    2019$4,182 +6.6%$396,800 +6%
    2018$3,923 +303%$374,300 +4%
    2017$974 -75%$359,800 +1.6%
    2016$3,894 +8.2%$354,000 +19.2%
    2015$3,598 +7.7%$297,100 +11.9%
    2014$3,341 -5.1%$265,600 -0.8%
    2013$3,519 +17.4%$267,800 +16.5%
    2012$2,998 +2%$229,900
    2011$2,940 +7.7%$229,900
    2010$2,731 +11.9%$229,900 +0.2%
    2009$2,440 -9.8%$229,500 -6.9%
    2008$2,704 -0.9%$246,500 -0.7%
    2007$2,728 $248,200
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