RENTED JAN 22, 2026

280 Commonwealth Ave Unit 304 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $961,229

1 Bed
1 Bath
766 Sq Ft
1899 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 16, 2012

Last sale price $475,000 $620 Per Sq Ft

Est. 102% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,095 / mo

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Intercom
  • Deck
  • Home Office
  • Cooling Available

About This Home

As of January 2026

Available 3/1. Sun-filled, south-facing one-bedroom on the third floor of a classic Boston brownstone. This inviting home offers high ceilings and city views, with an open living area featuring hardwood floors, crown molding, and a decorative fireplace. A separate dining alcove flows into a galley kitchen with maple cabinetry and granite countertops. The spacious bedroom includes a generous closet, and the recently renovated bathroom features a large tiled walk-in shower and granite vanity. Additional highlights include air conditioning, elevator access, intercom security, professional management, common laundry, bike storage, and a beautifully maintained shared roof deck. Ideally located near Copley Square, the Prudential Center, Newbury Street shopping and dining, nearby parks, and convenient access to public transportation.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Chris Mehr

Full Circle Realty LLC Listed on: 01/10/2026

Co-Listed By

Andres Palacio

Full Circle Realty LLC

Last Renter's Agent

Chris Mehr

Full Circle Realty LLC Listed on: 01/10/2026

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Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 1899

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 766 Sq Ft Home
  • Home Office
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • High Speed Internet

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,150
  • Property Available on 3/1/26
  • Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, laundry facilities, security
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03187 S:058,3359902

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1899

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • Available Date: 2026-03-01
  • 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: 4150

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1899

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Home Office, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Third
  • Room Kitchen Level: Third
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: Third
  • Room Office Level: Third
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 766
  • Living Area: 766
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN0919
  • MAIN SO: AN0919

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Unit Control
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Laundry Facilities, Security
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03187 S:058,3359902
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 0.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2012
Closed on
Nov 16, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Moran
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mark Ruane
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-2.86%
Current Estimated Value
$961,229

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$486,229
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.27%
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Outstanding Balance
$44,688
Interest Rate
3.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$916,541

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 1991
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 1988
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$475,000 --
$475,000 --
$428,000 --
$220,000 --
$130,000 --
$260,000 --
$163,000 --
$171,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $380,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/22/2026 01/22/26 Rented $4,150 0.0% --
01/20/2026 01/20/26 Under Contract -- -- --
01/10/2026 01/10/26 For Rent $4,150 +12.2% --
05/16/2023 05/16/23 Rented $3,700 0.0% --
05/04/2023 05/04/23 Price Changed $3,700 -2.6% $5 / Sq Ft
04/25/2023 04/25/23 For Rent $3,800 +2.7% --
08/27/2022 08/27/22 Rented $3,700 0.0% --
08/24/2022 08/24/22 Under Contract -- -- --
08/15/2022 08/15/22 Price Changed $3,700 -2.6% $5 / Sq Ft
08/02/2022 08/02/22 For Rent $3,800 0.0% --
11/16/2012 11/16/12 Sold $475,000 -2.9% $622 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/15/2012 10/15/12 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2012 09/13/12 For Sale $489,000 -- $640 / 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 $9,624 $831,100 $0 $831,100
2024 $9,059 $831,100 $0 $831,100
2023 $8,502 $791,600 $0 $791,600
2022 $8,443 $776,000 $0 $776,000
2021 $8,280 $776,000 $0 $776,000
2020 $7,664 $725,800 $0 $725,800
2019 $7,497 $711,300 $0 $711,300
2018 $7,031 $670,900 $0 $670,900
2017 $6,831 $645,000 $0 $645,000
2016 $6,631 $602,800 $0 $602,800
2015 $7,505 $619,700 $0 $619,700
2014 $6,776 $538,600 $0 $538,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73467247

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003187-000058

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