$6,875,000

17 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $41,606/month

3 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,500 Sq Ft
$1,964 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 4-minute walk to Arlington Station
  • Marble Flooring
  • Brownstone
  • Property is near public transit
  • 4-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

Stunning duplex residence located on the prestigious, sun-drenched first block of Commonwealth Avenue. This exceptional home offers 3,500 sq ft of refined living space across two thoughtfully designed levels, blending grand scale with timeless architectural elegance. The main level is filled with natural light and features dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows and soaring 13 ft ceilings, creating an extraordinary setting for entertaining. Custom built-ins and high-end finishes enhance the home's sophistication throughout. The primary suite, ideally located on the main level, provides a luxurious private retreat with a fireplace and dual en-suite marble bathrooms. Two additional spacious bedrooms offer their own en-suite baths, ensuring comfort and privacy for guests. Additional highlights include direct elevator access, private outdoor patio ideal for entertaining and attached garage parking for one car. A rare opportunity to enjoy luxury living in one of Boston's most coveted addresses!

Listing Agent

Janice Lipof

Hammond Residential Real Estate Listed on: 03/25/2026

Hammond Residential Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $65,318

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

HOA Fees

  • $2,564 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Property is near public transit
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02832 S:002,3346238

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
  • 3 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$65,318

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$2,564 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone, Duplex
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Special Features: BrokerOpen
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom, Elevator
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3500
  • Living Area: 3500
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio - Enclosed
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 2564.17
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02832 S:002,3346238
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 65318.24

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $59,771 $5,161,600 $0 $5,161,600
2024 $55,400 $5,082,600 $0 $5,082,600
2023 $51,987 $4,840,500 $0 $4,840,500
2022 $47,719 $4,385,900 $0 $4,385,900
2021 $46,798 $4,385,900 $0 $4,385,900
2020 $52,580 $4,979,200 $0 $4,979,200
2019 $51,434 $4,879,900 $0 $4,879,900
2018 $48,237 $4,602,800 $0 $4,602,800
2017 $46,861 $4,425,000 $0 $4,425,000
2016 $25,819 $2,347,200 $0 $2,347,200
2015 $18,950 $1,564,800 $0 $1,564,800
2014 $19,685 $1,564,800 $0 $1,564,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/25/2026 03/25/26 For Sale $6,875,000 +6.2% $1,964 / Sq Ft
05/24/2022 05/24/22 Sold $6,475,000 0.0% $1,850 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/28/2022 03/28/22 Pending -- -- --
02/17/2022 02/17/22 For Sale $6,475,000 -- $1,850 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $6,475,000 None Available
Deed $1,510,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,475,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73491814

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002832-000002

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