RENTED APR 30, 2026

290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8 Boston, MA 02115

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $448,000 - $475,000

Studio
1 Bath
175 Sq Ft
1900 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 24, 2024

Last sale price $425,000 $2,429 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,837 / mo

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • Shops
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Jogging Path
  • Hot Water Heating System

About This Home

As of April 2026

Charming, fully furnished studio in a classic Back Bay brownstone located directly across from the Commonwealth Mall. Unit 8 is reached by one flight of stairs or by elevator from an elegant lobby with keyless LATCH entry. This efficiently designed home features 10’+ ceilings, wood floors, a renovated marble-tiled bathroom with a modern shower, and a kitchenette with a 4-burner gas range, mini refrigerator/freezer, and sink. A great option for a professional or anyone seeking a convenient in-town residence in one of Boston’s most desirable neighborhoods. Close to Newbury Street, the Public Garden, Prudential Center, and MBTA access. Offered fully furnished with bed, mattress, linens, towels, table and chairs, pots and pans, window AC, and modem. Move-in ready as shown. Heat and hot water included; tenant pays electricity, gas for cooking, and cable/wifi.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Jayne Kramer

Engel & Volkers Boston Listed on: 12/04/2025

Engel & Volkers Boston

Last Renter's Agent

Jayne Kramer

Engel & Volkers Boston Listed on: 12/04/2025

Engel & Volkers Boston

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 1900

Home Design

  • 175 Sq Ft Home
  • Entry on the 2nd floor

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer

Additional Features

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,100
  • Property Available on 9/1/26
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, water, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, furnishings (see remarks), laundry facilities
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03076 S:024,3359751

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1900

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2026-09-01
  • 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: 2100

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built (Public Record): 1900

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Elevator
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 175
  • Living Area: 175
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN2593
  • MAIN SO: AN2593

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Common, Hot Water
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Furnishings (See Remarks), Laundry Facilities
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03076 S:024,3359751
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 175
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2018
Closed on
Sep 4, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Wangni Tian
Sweet Home Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jayne Kramer
Engel & Volkers Boston
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$351,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
8%
Current Estimated Value
$464,640

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$113,640
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.67%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2017
Closed on
Feb 2, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
The Annette Given Team
The Charles Realty
Buyer's Agent
David Huddleston
Huddleston Homes LLC
List Price
$259,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$41,000
15.83%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.38%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$351,000 --
$300,000 --
$165,000 --
$165,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $132,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/30/2026 04/30/26 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
04/20/2026 04/20/26 Under Contract -- -- --
12/04/2025 12/04/25 For Rent $2,100 +5.0% --
10/15/2024 10/15/24 Rented $2,000 0.0% --
10/11/2024 10/11/24 Under Contract -- -- --
10/08/2024 10/08/24 For Rent $2,000 0.0% --
09/24/2024 09/24/24 Sold $425,000 0.0% $2,429 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/16/2024 08/16/24 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2024 08/08/24 For Sale $425,000 +21.1% $2,429 / Sq Ft
09/04/2018 09/04/18 Sold $351,000 +8.0% $2,006 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/26/2018 07/26/18 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2018 07/18/18 For Sale $325,000 0.0% $1,857 / Sq Ft
09/01/2017 09/01/17 Rented $1,650 0.0% --
08/28/2017 08/28/17 Under Contract -- -- --
08/15/2017 08/15/17 Price Changed $1,650 -2.9% $9 / Sq Ft
07/30/2017 07/30/17 For Rent $1,700 0.0% --
02/02/2017 02/02/17 Sold $300,000 +15.8% $1,714 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/08/2017 01/08/17 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2017 01/06/17 For Sale $259,000 -- $1,480 / 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 $3,980 $343,700 $0 $343,700
2024 $4,698 $431,000 $0 $431,000
2023 $4,409 $410,500 $0 $410,500
2022 $4,378 $402,400 $0 $402,400
2021 $4,294 $402,400 $0 $402,400
2020 $3,424 $324,200 $0 $324,200
2019 $2,679 $254,200 $0 $254,200
2018 $2,554 $243,700 $0 $243,700
2017 $2,481 $234,300 $0 $234,300
2016 $2,409 $219,000 $0 $219,000
2015 $2,246 $185,500 $0 $185,500
2014 $2,225 $176,900 $0 $176,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jayne Kramer

    Landlord's Agent in 2026

    Jayne Kramer

    Engel & Volkers Boston

    (617) 266-6006

    9 in this area

    85 Total Sales

    Jayne Kramer
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  • S

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Stivaletta Team

    The Agency Boston

  • Charles Fu

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Charles Fu

    Baymaxx Realty, LLC

    (617) 669-7964

    1 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Charles Fu
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  • W

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Wangni Tian

    Sweet Home Realty

    (617) 216-5682

    39 Total Sales

    Wangni Tian
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  • Ghassan Mehdi

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Ghassan Mehdi

    Boston Homes Realty

    (617) 905-9775

    3 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Ghassan Mehdi
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  • The Annette Given Team

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    The Annette Given Team

    The Charles Realty

    (617) 236-0383

    17 in this area

    61 Total Sales

    The Annette Given Team
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73459740

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003076-000024

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8, Boston, MA

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