$5,875,000

240 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $39,978/month

Total Views 2,068
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,448 Sq Ft
$2,400 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Brownstone
  • Wood Flooring
  • Jogging Path
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

Welcome to The Residences at 240 Commonwealth Ave,a rare opportunity to own in a grand, double-width boutique condo development in the heart of Back Bay.Thoughtfully designed & completely renovated home blends historically significant architecture with open flow design & extraordinary contemporary finishes.It offers 2400+ SF of single level living on the 2nd floor with high ceilings & abundance of natural light.Spacious living room features 2 seating areas ideal for entertaining, marble fireplace & 5 windows with spectacular views of the Commonwealth Mall.Dining room welcomes family dinners and opens to Chef's kitchen/family room with 10+ foot island, Wolf & Sub Zero appliances & breakfast area.Luxurious primary suite has 2 walk-in closets,Italian marble bath with Waterworks fixtures.Enjoy a private deck,direct elevator access & 2 heated parking spaces.Option to purchase separate garden level suite.Prestige location steps from Newbury St shops,restaurants,Charles River & Public Garden

Listing Agent

Shelagh Brennan

Cabot & Company Listed on: 05/11/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

HOA Fees

  • $1,500 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Brownstone

Interior Spaces

  • 2,448 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Hydro-Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3359521

Community Details

Overview

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

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,500 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2448
  • Living Area: 2448
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: NA9365
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 2399.92
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 2399.92

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hydro Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 1500
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3359521
  • Zoning: H-3
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 328

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 99999999
  • Tax Book Number: 71315

Multi Family

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

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/11/2025 05/11/25 For Sale $5,875,000 -- $2,400 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73373002

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

240 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2, Boston, MA

This home is located at 240 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2, Boston, MA 02116 and is currently priced at $5,875,000, approximately $2,399 per square foot. This property was built in 1905. 240 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Kingsley Montessori School, Park Street School, and Advent School.

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