**Rare Penthouse Opportunity – Second Block of Commonwealth Avenue** This elegant floor-through penthouse spans approximately 1,538 sq ft, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an upper-level office/den that leads to a private roof deck with wet bar—ideal for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen boasts a marble center island and breakfast bar, seamlessly flowing into spacious living and dining areas. The sun-filled living room is highlighted by a fireplace, custom built-ins, and oversized skylights. The luxurious primary suite offers a fireplace, generous closet space, and an en-suite bath. The second bedroom enjoys views of the picturesque, tree-lined mall. Additional features include hardwood floors, crown moldings, soaring ceilings, custom lighting, oversized windows, in-unit laundry, and central air. Deeded onsite parking accommodates an SUV. Located in the heart of Back Bay, just steps from the Public Garden, Newbury Street, the finest dining, shopping, and cultural attractions.
Sold for $2,575,000
$2,575,000
62 Commonwealth Ave APT 9, Boston, MA 02116
2beds
1,516sqft
Condominium
Built in 1872
-- sqft lot
$2,583,800 Zestimate®
$1,699/sqft
$6,640 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,583,800
$2.35M - $2.84M
$6,640/mo
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Central airIn-unit laundryBreakfast barHardwood floorsPrivate roof deckEn-suite bathGenerous closet space
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Listed by:
Mark Driscoll 617-824-0403,
Wyman Street Advisors 781-684-1200,
Mark Driscoll 617-824-0403
Bought with:
Lexi Crivon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73375563
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,516
- Total interior livable area: 1,516 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,516
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Deeded, Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 1,516 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:01273 S:018,4758910
- Zoning: CD
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1872
- Major remodel year: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, 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, Laundry
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $844 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,699/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,342,200
- Annual tax amount: $27,123
- Date on market: 1/18/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2025 | Sold | $2,575,000+7.3%$1,699/sqft |
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| 5/20/2025 | Contingent | $2,400,000$1,583/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000+37.1%$1,583/sqft |
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| 3/31/2014 | Sold | $1,750,000-6.7%$1,154/sqft |
Source: LINK #141935 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2014 | Pending sale | $1,875,000$1,237/sqft |
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #71508603 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2013 | Price change | $1,875,000-2.6%$1,237/sqft |
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| 9/30/2013 | Price change | $1,925,000-2.5%$1,270/sqft |
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| 5/4/2013 | Price change | $1,975,000+16.5%$1,303/sqft |
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| 4/13/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+52%$1,118/sqft |
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| 6/16/2008 | Sold | $1,115,000+77.8%$735/sqft |
Source: LINK #79188 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/1996 | Sold | $627,000+69.5%$414/sqft |
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| 11/19/1993 | Sold | $370,000+15.6%$244/sqft |
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| 9/3/1991 | Sold | $320,000+77.8%$211/sqft |
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| 2/4/1987 | Sold | $180,000$119/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,123 +7.8% | $2,342,200 +1.5% |
| 2024 | $25,157 +6.6% | $2,308,000 +5% |
| 2023 | $23,608 +0.7% | $2,198,100 +2% |
| 2022 | $23,446 +2% | $2,155,000 |
| 2021 | $22,994 -0.5% | $2,155,000 -1.5% |
| 2020 | $23,110 +2.2% | $2,188,400 +2% |
| 2019 | $22,606 +6.6% | $2,144,800 +6% |
| 2018 | $21,201 +370.3% | $2,023,000 +4% |
| 2017 | $4,508 -77.5% | $1,944,900 +7% |
| 2016 | $19,994 +11.4% | $1,817,600 +22.7% |
| 2015 | $17,942 +30.5% | $1,481,600 +35.5% |
| 2014 | $13,752 +0.5% | $1,093,200 +5% |
| 2013 | $13,681 +2% | $1,041,200 +1.2% |
| 2012 | $13,417 +2% | $1,028,900 |
| 2011 | $13,160 +7.7% | $1,028,900 |
| 2010 | $12,223 +24.7% | $1,028,900 +11.6% |
| 2009 | $9,801 -3.1% | $922,000 |
| 2008 | $10,114 -0.8% | $922,000 -0.7% |
| 2007 | $10,200 | $928,100 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
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- Suffolk County
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