Wenjun Cao
Engel & Volkers Boston
(781) 488-6994
26 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$1.2M - $3.4M Price Range
261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,633,000 - $2,130,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,768
Sq Ft
$1,047/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Marina
- 9,999 Sq Ft lot
- 1 Fireplace
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- 5-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall
About This Home
As of September 2025A quintessential TRUE Penthouse duplex with a stunning walk-out private roof terrace and garden offering panoramic city scapes! This breathtaking grand residence is front facing over the Commonwealth Avenue Mall and is awash in light from a bay of oversized windows. The scale of the open living/dining area is unsurpassed with soaring ceilings and an elegant stairway to the Primary Suite. An additional bedroom and full bath are located on the first floor. A seamless blend of classic period detail meets renovated modern living including two elegant fire places, hardwood flooring, a custom kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances including a gas stove and brand NEW cabinetry. This is an impeccably pristine, professionally managed building with an elegant lobby. A spectacular skylight with stained glass enclosure illuminates the grand stairway to the fourth floor. TWO direct access deeded tandem parking spaces complete this perfect picture of posh city living.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 08/28/2025
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- 1880
Lot Details
- 9,999
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
Home Design
- Apartment
- Entry on the 4th floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,768 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Deck
- 9,999 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is near schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Rent includes heat, hot water, electricity, water
- 12 Month Lease Term
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Marina
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 28, 2025
Closed on
Aug 6, 2025
Sold by
Kornowski Sophie
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Frank Celeste
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Constance Brown
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Sold Price
$7,800
Views
3
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,842,956
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 12, 2020
Sold by
Kenneth J Barr Ret and Barr
Bought by
Kornowski Sophie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$946,250
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 4, 2009
Sold by
Mollmann Molly and Mollmann Michael
Bought by
Barr Kenneth J and Fenter Michael M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
5.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 2007
Sold by
Meehan Terence S
Bought by
Mollmann Michael and Mollmann Molly
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | -- | ||
| Kornowski Sophie | $1,892,500 | None Available | |
| Barr Kenneth J | $985,000 | -- | |
| Kenneth J Barr Ret | -- | -- | |
| Mollmann Michael | $1,050,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | -- | $946,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Kenneth J Barr Ret | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Michael M Fenter Ret | $550,000 | |
| Closed | Kenneth J Barr Ret | $465,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Kenneth J Barr Ret | $200,000 | |
| Closed | Mollmann Michael J | $510,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2025 09/18/25 | Rented | $7,800 | -2.5% | -- |
| 09/08/2025 09/08/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/28/2025 08/28/25 | For Rent | $8,000 | +6.7% | -- |
| 01/30/2019 01/30/19 | Rented | $7,500 | +1.4% | -- |
| 01/24/2019 01/24/19 | Price Changed | $7,400 | -5.1% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 12/20/2018 12/20/18 | For Rent | $7,800 | -- | -- |
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 | $15,273 | $1,318,900 | $0 | $1,318,900 |
| 2024 | $14,376 | $1,318,900 | $0 | $1,318,900 |
| 2023 | $13,491 | $1,256,100 | $0 | $1,256,100 |
| 2022 | $13,399 | $1,231,500 | $0 | $1,231,500 |
| 2021 | $13,140 | $1,231,500 | $0 | $1,231,500 |
| 2020 | $12,714 | $1,204,000 | $0 | $1,204,000 |
| 2019 | $12,437 | $1,180,000 | $0 | $1,180,000 |
| 2018 | $11,664 | $1,113,000 | $0 | $1,113,000 |
| 2017 | $12,253 | $1,157,000 | $0 | $1,157,000 |
| 2016 | $11,894 | $1,081,300 | $0 | $1,081,300 |
| 2015 | $10,441 | $862,200 | $0 | $862,200 |
| 2014 | $9,849 | $782,900 | $0 | $782,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Frank Celeste
Landlord's Agent in 2025
Frank Celeste
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 872-3227
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Constance Brown
Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Constance Brown
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(508) 838-1105
2 in this area
9 Total Sales
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Lina Kriva Homes International
Seller's Agent in 2019
Lina Kriva Homes International
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(617) 818-5462
4 in this area
26 Total Sales
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Carlisle Ettenborough
CE
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Carlisle Ettenborough
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(617) 542-0012
13 Total Sales
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Lindsay Wong
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Lindsay Wong
Boom Realty
(941) 356-2401
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73423166
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003399-000018
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