$411,000 - $556,000
RENTED JUL 2, 2025

290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 20 Boston, MA 02115

Back Bay Neighborhood
-- Bed
1 Bath
175 Sq Ft
1900 Built

Last Sold October 09, 2020

Last sale price $358,000 $2,046 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,830/month

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • Park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Jogging Path
  • Shops

About This Home

As of July 2025

Fantastic studio in a premier Back Bay location available for 9/1. This upgraded studio is in a professionally managed condominium and is equipped with a custom-built, full size Murphy Bed made from solid maple. Additional features include charming exposed brick wall, high-end cooktop by Wolf, stone countertops, Miele dishwasher, convection oven and microwave combination, new ceiling fan and bonus storage loft. Building features secure entrance, elevator and common laundry. Rent includes heat and hot water. Close to Newbury Street, public transit, restaurants and all that Boston has to offer.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Hodge Stillwell

Donnelly + Co. Listed on: 06/11/2025

Co-Listed By

Dimitrios Makos

Donnelly + Co.

Last Renter's Agent

Shannon McNamara

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,001

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Home Design

  • 175 Sq Ft Home
  • Entry on the 5th floor

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,050
  • Property Available on 9/1/25
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, laundry facilities
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3359760

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,001

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

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: No
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 2050

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 175
  • Living Area: 175
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN3373
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 11.71
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 11.71
  • MAIN SO: M59500

Exterior Features

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Laundry Facilities
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 20

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3359760
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: No

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 7, 2020
Closed on
Oct 2, 2020
Sold by
Fultz Barbara N
Bought by
Lopatin Alexander
Seller's Agent
Andrew McKinney
Donnelly + Co.
Buyer's Agent
Andrew McKinney
Donnelly + Co.
Sold Price
$1,400
Current Estimated Value
$470,869

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$469,469
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2004
Sold by
Thomson Mary L
Bought by
Nixon Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,030
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1992
Sold by
Nentwig James R
Bought by
Bay State Fxb
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lopatin Alexander $358,000 None Available
Nixon Barbara $139,000 --
Bay State Fxb $20,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bay State Fxb $107,030
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Rented $2,050 0.0% --
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Under Contract -- -- --
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Rent $2,050 +8.2% --
09/16/2024 09/16/24 Rented $1,895 0.0% --
09/08/2024 09/08/24 Under Contract -- -- --
08/30/2024 08/30/24 Price Changed $1,895 -4.5% $11 / Sq Ft
08/26/2024 08/26/24 For Rent $1,985 +8.8% --
05/19/2023 05/19/23 Rented $1,825 -3.9% --
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Under Contract -- -- --
04/14/2023 04/14/23 For Rent $1,900 +35.7% --
11/01/2020 11/01/20 Rented $1,400 -99.6% --
10/23/2020 10/23/20 Under Contract -- -- --
10/09/2020 10/09/20 Sold $358,000 0.0% $2,046 / Sq Ft
10/07/2020 10/07/20 For Rent $1,400 0.0% --
09/25/2020 09/25/20 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2020 09/17/20 For Sale $359,999 0.0% $2,057 / Sq Ft
10/31/2019 10/31/19 Rented $1,500 0.0% --
10/23/2019 10/23/19 For Rent $1,500 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $4,001 $345,500 $0 $345,500
2024 $3,767 $345,600 $0 $345,600
2023 $3,535 $329,100 $0 $329,100
2022 $3,511 $322,700 $0 $322,700
2021 $3,443 $322,700 $0 $322,700
2020 $2,718 $257,400 $0 $257,400
2019 $2,659 $252,300 $0 $252,300
2018 $2,494 $238,000 $0 $238,000
2017 $2,423 $228,800 $0 $228,800
2016 $2,352 $213,800 $0 $213,800
2015 $2,194 $181,200 $0 $181,200
2014 $2,176 $173,000 $0 $173,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • H

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Hodge Stillwell

    Donnelly + Co.

    (781) 708-2670

    7 Total Sales

    Hodge Stillwell
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  • Andrew McKinney

    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Andrew McKinney

    Donnelly + Co.

    (617) 501-0233

    1 in this area

    165 Total Sales

    Andrew McKinney
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  • Dimitrios Makos

    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Dimitrios Makos

    Donnelly + Co.

    (857) 205-0025

    2 in this area

    48 Total Sales

    Dimitrios Makos
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  • Shannon McNamara

    Tenant's Agent in 2025

    Shannon McNamara

    William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

    (774) 219-2425

    1 in this area

    25 Total Sales

    Shannon McNamara
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Connie Irwin

    Irwin & Company

    (857) 891-1550

    4 Total Sales

    Connie Irwin
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  • Seth Williams

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Seth Williams

    Reference Real Estate

    (617) 680-9322

    1 in this area

    122 Total Sales

    Seth Williams
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73389012

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003076-000048

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 20, Boston, MA

This home is located at 290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 20, Boston, MA 02115 since 11 June 2025 and is currently priced at $470,869. This property was built in 1900. 290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 20 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers, Kingsley Montessori School, and Park Street School.

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