$875,000
OPEN SUN 12PM - 1PM $25K PRICE DROP

175 Commonwealth Ave Unit A Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $6,030/month

Total Views 6,015
1 Bed
1 Bath
974 Sq Ft
$898 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Marina
  • 4-minute walk to Copley Station
  • Medical Services
  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Stables
  • 1-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

Experience modern city living in this expansive and thoughtfully designed, spacious one-bedroom residence, ideally situated on the iconic Commonwealth Mall in the heart of Back Bay. Featuring a private entrance in a meticulously maintained building, this home offers a generous living room, high ceilings, hardwood flooring, and custom built-ins that enhance both style and functionality. The sleek white kitchen is outfitted with contemporary appliances, while the stylish bathroom offers a glass-enclosed shower. Additional perks include ample in-unit storage, w/d hook up and a secure hallway closet. Just minutes from Boston’s finest dining, shopping, cultural landmarks, and nightlife, with easy access to public transportation and Logan Airport, this is urban living at its best.

Listing Agent

Valerie Post

Engel & Volkers Boston Listed on: 06/02/2025

Engel & Volkers Boston

Co-Listing Agent

Owen Russell

Engel & Volkers Boston

Open House Schedule

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,800

Year Built

  • Built in 1878

HOA Fees

  • $602 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 974 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Rented or Permit Required

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4870678

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 5 Units
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Community Stables
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,800

Year Built

Built in 1878

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$602 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1878
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: N
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 974
  • Living Area: 974
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2593

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Rented, On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 602.2
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4870678
  • Zoning: res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9800

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 5
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $9,800 $846,300 $0 $846,300
2024 $9,225 $846,300 $0 $846,300
2023 $8,656 $806,000 $0 $806,000
2022 $8,597 $790,200 $0 $790,200
2021 $8,431 $790,200 $0 $790,200
2020 $8,449 $800,100 $0 $800,100
2019 $8,264 $784,100 $0 $784,100
2018 $7,751 $739,600 $0 $739,600
2017 $7,529 $711,000 $0 $711,000
2016 $7,451 $677,400 $0 $677,400
2015 $7,439 $614,300 $0 $614,300
2014 $6,888 $547,500 $0 $547,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/10/2025 09/10/25 Price Changed $875,000 -2.8% $898 / Sq Ft
06/02/2025 06/02/25 For Sale $900,000 -- $924 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $180,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $144,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73383951

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002947-000002

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

175 Commonwealth Ave Unit A, Boston, MA

For Sale

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