RENTED AUG 21, 2025

226 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,362,000 - $2,891,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,850 Sq Ft
1880 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 10, 2025

Last sale price $2,800,000 $1,514 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,396 / mo

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Jogging Path
  • Park
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Cooling Available
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of August 2025

This stylish second floor duplex offers 3+ bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and includes a direct access deeded parking spot. This bright, open layout unit features soaring ceilings and timeless architectural elements. At the heart of the home is a sleek, modern kitchen outfitted with premium appliances, a large central island, and quartz counters. The living area is anchored by a fireplace and framed by oversized windows with views of the Commonwealth Ave mall. Just off of the living room you'll find a separate office with floor to ceiling built-ins. Continuing on the main level, you'll find two well-proportioned south-facing bedrooms along with a stylish full bathroom with laundry. A staircase leads to the secluded primary suite with vaulted ceilings, custom cabinetry, a walk-in closet, and en suite bath. Throughout the home, you'll find hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and MASSIVE closets! 12 month or longer lease, starting Sept. 1, 2025

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Emma Kaloupek

Columbus and Over Group, LLC Listed on: 07/16/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Emma Kaloupek

Columbus and Over Group, LLC Listed on: 07/16/2025

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 1880

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,850 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Property is near public transit
  • Cooling Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $11,750
  • Property Available on 9/1/25
  • Rent includes water, sewer, parking
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4759422

Community Details

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Shops

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1880

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2025-09-01
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 11750

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1880

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1850
  • Living Area: 1850
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN1793
  • MAIN SO: AN1793

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Rent Includes: Water, Sewer, Parking
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4759422
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1850
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2025
Closed on
Sep 12, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Emma Kaloupek
Columbus and Over Group, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Emma Kaloupek
Columbus and Over Group, LLC
Sold Price
$11,750
Views
2
Current Estimated Value
$2,664,592

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,652,842
Original Mortgage
$1,680,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,667,427
Interest Rate
5.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$997,165

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 16, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Emma Kaloupek
Columbus and Over Group, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Emma Kaloupek
Columbus and Over Group, LLC
Sold Price
$11,750
Views
2

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.42%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2012
Closed on
Nov 2, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Team Member
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Less Arnold
Compass
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.64%
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
-- --
$2,800,000 --
$2,800,000 --
$110,000 --
$110,000 --
$110,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $1,680,000
Previous Owner $800,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/21/2025 08/21/25 Rented $11,750 0.0% --
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Under Contract -- -- --
07/16/2025 07/16/25 For Rent $11,750 0.0% --
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Sold $2,800,000 +1.8% $1,514 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Sale $2,750,000 +150.0% $1,486 / Sq Ft
11/02/2012 11/02/12 Sold $1,100,000 +0.5% $809 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/08/2012 10/08/12 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2012 09/19/12 For Sale $1,095,000 -- $805 / 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 $24,198 $2,089,600 $0 $2,089,600
2024 $22,777 $2,089,600 $0 $2,089,600
2023 $21,374 $1,990,100 $0 $1,990,100
2022 $21,227 $1,951,000 $0 $1,951,000
2021 $20,817 $1,951,000 $0 $1,951,000
2020 $20,470 $1,938,400 $0 $1,938,400
2019 $14,244 $1,351,400 $0 $1,351,400
2018 $13,358 $1,274,600 $0 $1,274,600
2017 $12,977 $1,225,400 $0 $1,225,400
2016 $12,597 $1,145,200 $0 $1,145,200
2015 $13,199 $1,089,900 $0 $1,089,900
2014 $11,915 $947,100 $0 $947,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gabrielle Baron

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Gabrielle Baron

    William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

    (617) 447-5350

    9 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Gabrielle Baron
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  • Emma Kaloupek

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Emma Kaloupek

    Columbus and Over Group, LLC

    2 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Emma Kaloupek
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  • T

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Team Member

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Less Arnold

    Compass

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73405256

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003255-000006

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

226 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2, Boston, MA

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