Ellie Cornish Chu
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
(857) 663-0737
14 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$4.9M - $5.3M Price Range
165 Commonwealth Ave Unit A Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,702,817
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,653
Sq Ft
1,307
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Brownstone
- 3-minute walk to Copley Station
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- 4 Fireplaces
- 1-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall
About This Home
As of April 2025This unique Parlor & Ground Duplex has three bedrooms and 2.5 baths, showcasing historical details with modern amenities. An enormous bay window with a sunny side view of Comm Ave includes an open chef's kitchen with a gas four-burner cook-top, a large Sub-Zero refrigerator, double ovens, and a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher. Outstanding features are two beautiful spa marble baths and a well-placed half-bath in the upper foyer. Two separate stairs from the lavish center foyer descend to the bedroom level, ensuring the primary bedroom's total privacy. The primary bedroom includes a fireplace, His and Her walk-in closets, and a step-out hidden brick garden with an outdoor shower, which leads to a convenient large single parking space. A separate front entrance for an Au pair or in-law suite creates a layout separating the primary bedroom from the kids’ chambers. Four extraordinary fireplaces, soaring ceilings, six separate egresses, multiple storage spaces, and a large separate laundry room.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $36,377
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- 1,307
HOA Fees
- $800 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
Home Design
- Brownstone
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- 4 Fireplaces
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- 4 Cooling Zones
- 4 Heating Zones
- Hot Water Heating System
Community Details
- Other Mandatory Fees include Snow Removal, Refuse Removal
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
- 4 Units
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 3351400
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 27, 2024
Closed on
Apr 22, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joseph Baglio
Back Bay Residential
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Baglio
Back Bay Residential
List Price
$3,750,000
Sold Price
$3,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-4%
Views
135
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$102,817
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.26%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 21, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 14, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Back Bay, MA
-
Ellie Cornish Chu
-
Kiki Williams
Kiki Williams
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
(857) 386-7165
15 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$545,000 Price
-
Jake Stamos
Jake Stamos
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
(617) 404-4513
3 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,150,500 Price
-
The Linder-Simao Sales Solutions Team
The Linder-Simao Sales Solutions Team
Responds QuicklyPrestige Property Solutions, Inc.
(857) 214-8547
14 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$800K - $1.1M Price Range
-
William Luther
William Luther
Channing Real Estate
(857) 971-6745
19 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$825,000 Price
-
Lina Kriva Homes International
Lina Kriva Homes International
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(857) 214-8673
28 Total Sales
4 in Back Bay
$530K - $3.4M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $3,600,000 | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $2,350,000 | -- | ||
| $572,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $1,500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Sold | $3,600,000 | -4.0% | $1,357 / Sq Ft |
| 01/18/2025 01/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/03/2025 01/03/25 | For Sale | $3,750,000 | +4.2% | $1,413 / Sq Ft |
| 12/31/2024 12/31/24 | Off Market | $3,600,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/18/2024 10/18/24 | Price Changed | $3,750,000 | -5.1% | $1,413 / Sq Ft |
| 09/27/2024 09/27/24 | For Sale | $3,950,000 | -- | $1,489 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,671 | $3,339,500 | $0 | $3,339,500 |
| 2024 | $36,401 | $3,339,500 | $0 | $3,339,500 |
| 2023 | $34,159 | $3,180,500 | $0 | $3,180,500 |
| 2022 | $33,925 | $3,118,100 | $0 | $3,118,100 |
| 2021 | $32,954 | $3,088,500 | $0 | $3,088,500 |
| 2020 | $14,879 | $1,409,000 | $0 | $1,409,000 |
| 2019 | $14,556 | $1,381,000 | $0 | $1,381,000 |
| 2018 | $13,651 | $1,302,600 | $0 | $1,302,600 |
| 2017 | $13,261 | $1,252,200 | $0 | $1,252,200 |
| 2016 | $12,810 | $1,164,500 | $0 | $1,164,500 |
| 2015 | $11,675 | $964,100 | $0 | $964,100 |
| 2014 | $10,810 | $859,300 | $0 | $859,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Joseph Baglio
J
Seller's Agent in 2025
Joseph Baglio
Back Bay Residential
(617) 669-4414
3 in this area
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73295840
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002942-000002
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