NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,014,550

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,183 Sq Ft
1901 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 19, 2025

Last sale price $2,850,000 $1,306 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,132 / mo

87 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Brownstone
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Tandem Parking
  • Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
  • Elevator
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of September 2025

A rare blend of grandeur and comfort on one of Back Bay’s most iconic streets, this parlor duplex welcomes you with soaring ceilings, natural light & volume of space. Located on the highly coveted sunny side of Commonwealth Ave, this home features convenient city living with direct access parking, elevator and almost 2,200 square feet across only two levels. The expansive chef’s kitchen offers Thermadore ovens/fridg full size wine fridge, large center island with seating for 4 and is open to the sprawling living/dining ares with beautiful marble fireplace and oversized bay windows overlooking Comm Ave. Custom built-ins throughout allow for exceptional storage space. The serene king-sized primary suite features a spa-like en-suite bath w/double sink vanity, large tub and step-in shower. A walk-in closet and home office space make this the ultimate primary escape. Two additional bedrooms, bonus playroom/ office/ versatile space and a full bath complete this wonderful Back Bay offering!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Biega + Kilgore Team

Compass Listed on: 06/09/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Alexandra Biega

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Ashley Desmond

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $27,409

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,183 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Tandem Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3346542

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance
  • 6 Units

Amenities

  • Elevator

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$27,409

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2183
  • Living Area: 2183
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • MAIN SO: AN6527

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

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: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 1363
  • Senior Community YN: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3346542
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 27409

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 9, 2025
Closed on
Sep 15, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
The Biega + Kilgore Team
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Desmond
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
List Price
$3,250,000
Sold Price
$2,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$400,000
-12.31%
Views
48
Current Estimated Value
$3,014,550

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$164,550
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.22%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 21, 2020
Closed on
Mar 12, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Crystal Roach
Compass
Buyer's Agent
The Biega + Kilgore Team
Compass
List Price
$2,899,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$399,000
-13.76%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,250,000
Interest Rate
2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2015
Closed on
Dec 10, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Vineburgh DiMella Team
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
Buyer's Agent
Michael Sherman
Compass
List Price
$2,899,000
Sold Price
$2,695,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$204,000
-7.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.42%
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2014
Closed on
Nov 7, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joseph Palermino
Cabot & Company
Buyer's Agent
Vineburgh DiMella Team
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
List Price
$1,850,000
Sold Price
$1,835,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-0.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
42.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,588,000
Interest Rate
4.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 1993
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$2,850,000 --
$2,500,000 None Available
$2,695,000 --
$1,835,000 --
$428,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $2,280,000
Closed $1,250,000
Previous Owner $110,000
Closed $50,000
Closed $20,000
Previous Owner $1,588,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/19/2025 09/19/25 Sold $2,850,000 -5.0% $1,306 / Sq Ft
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Price Changed $2,999,000 -7.7% $1,374 / Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 For Sale $3,250,000 +30.0% $1,489 / Sq Ft
03/12/2021 03/12/21 Sold $2,500,000 -9.1% $1,145 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/11/2021 01/11/21 Pending -- -- --
09/07/2020 09/07/20 Price Changed $2,750,000 -5.1% $1,260 / Sq Ft
07/21/2020 07/21/20 For Sale $2,899,000 +7.6% $1,328 / Sq Ft
12/10/2015 12/10/15 Sold $2,695,000 0.0% $1,235 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/16/2015 11/16/15 Pending -- -- --
10/14/2015 10/14/15 Price Changed $2,695,000 -2.0% $1,235 / Sq Ft
09/30/2015 09/30/15 Price Changed $2,750,000 -0.9% $1,260 / Sq Ft
09/17/2015 09/17/15 Price Changed $2,775,000 -2.6% $1,271 / Sq Ft
07/31/2015 07/31/15 Price Changed $2,850,000 -1.7% $1,306 / Sq Ft
06/10/2015 06/10/15 For Sale $2,899,000 +58.0% $1,328 / Sq Ft
11/07/2014 11/07/14 Sold $1,835,000 -0.8% $876 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/07/2014 06/07/14 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2014 05/29/14 For Sale $1,850,000 -- $883 / 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 $31,134 $2,688,600 $0 $2,688,600
2024 $29,306 $2,688,600 $0 $2,688,600
2023 $27,501 $2,560,600 $0 $2,560,600
2022 $27,312 $2,510,300 $0 $2,510,300
2021 $26,785 $2,510,300 $0 $2,510,300
2020 $26,567 $2,515,800 $0 $2,515,800
2019 $25,987 $2,465,600 $0 $2,465,600
2018 $24,372 $2,325,600 $0 $2,325,600
2017 $23,677 $2,235,800 $0 $2,235,800
2016 $20,227 $1,838,800 $0 $1,838,800
2015 $18,084 $1,493,300 $0 $1,493,300
2014 $16,745 $1,331,100 $0 $1,331,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73388023

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003397-000004

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