NOT LISTED FOR SALE

178 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH8 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,696,000 - $2,599,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,263 Sq Ft
$1,663/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 3, 2016

Last sale price $1,310,000 $1,037 Per Sq Ft

Est. 60% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,644 / mo

About This Home

As of August 2016

Pristine 2 BR, 2 BA penthouse duplex with a loft area that serves as a perfect office or sitting area. The unit boasts gleaming hardwood floors, soaring 20+ foot ceilings, an abundance of natural light, 1 deeded parking space, an updated kitchen, in-unit laundry, and a 400 sq. ft. private roof deck with panoramic views of the Boston skyline.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Michael Carucci

Serhant Listed on: 06/15/2016

Last Renter's Agent

Brian Caluori

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

Other

Year Built

1879

Lot Details

1,045 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • First Month Req: Yes
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Rental Terms: Lease
  • Rent Includes: Parking
  • Security Deposit: 6000.00
  • Term Of Rental: 12
  • Unit In Building: PH8
  • Unit Level: 4

Listing Details

  • Property Class: Rental
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1879

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gutters

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, Forced Air

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0501382100

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$2,099,937

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2021
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2016
Closed on
Jun 3, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Carucci
Serhant
Buyer's Agent
Michael Carucci
Serhant
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$89,000
-6.36%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.83%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2013
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
$750,000
Interest Rate
4.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1987
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
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$1,310,000 --
$1,310,000 --
$1,310,000 --
$1,310,000 --
$1,000,000 --
$1,000,000 --
$1,000,000 --
$1,000,000 --
$1,000,000 --
$1,000,000 --
$375,000 --
$375,000 --
$375,000 --
$375,000 --
$327,000 --
$327,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $600,000
Previous Owner $750,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/15/2016 08/15/16 Rented $5,500 0.0% --
08/10/2016 08/10/16 Under Contract -- -- --
07/13/2016 07/13/16 Price Changed $5,500 -8.3% $4 / Sq Ft
06/15/2016 06/15/16 For Rent $6,000 0.0% --
06/03/2016 06/03/16 Sold $1,310,000 -6.4% $1,037 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/13/2016 04/13/16 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2016 03/25/16 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $1,108 / 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 $15,751 $1,360,200 $0 $1,360,200
2024 $14,826 $1,360,200 $0 $1,360,200
2023 $13,914 $1,295,500 $0 $1,295,500
2022 $13,819 $1,270,100 $0 $1,270,100
2021 $14,352 $1,345,100 $0 $1,345,100
2020 $13,711 $1,298,400 $0 $1,298,400
2019 $13,413 $1,272,600 $0 $1,272,600
2018 $12,579 $1,200,300 $0 $1,200,300
2017 $12,220 $1,153,900 $0 $1,153,900
2016 $11,862 $1,078,400 $0 $1,078,400
2015 $11,192 $924,200 $0 $924,200
2014 $9,938 $790,000 $0 $790,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Carucci

    Landlord's Agent in 2016

    Michael Carucci

    Serhant

    (617) 901-7600

    14 in this area

    60 Total Sales

    Michael Carucci
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  • Brian Caluori

    Tenant's Agent in 2016

    Brian Caluori

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (518) 423-0309

    4 in this area

    86 Total Sales

    Brian Caluori
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72023558

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001382-000116

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

178 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH8, Boston, MA

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