John Silk
Responds Quickly
Engel & Volkers Boston
(508) 762-1632
72 Total Sales
7 in Back Bay
$422K - $3.4M Price Range
311 Commonwealth Ave Unit 71 Boston, MA 02115
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,403,000 - $1,692,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,050
Sq Ft
1924
Built
Highlights
- Marina
- 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
- River View
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- Medical Services
- Custom Closet System
About This Home
As of March 2026Sunny and sophisticated 7th floor home in a classic Back Bay residence with spectacular city views, ideally located at the corner of Commonwealth Ave and Hereford Street. This gracious home is warm and inviting and flooded with natural light from the 7 large windows in the main living area. The thoughtful floor plan is wonderful for entertaining -- you'll enjoy the Boston Marathon from your living room -- with a galley-style kitchen, a full dining room, a large living/family room, and the powder room discretely placed near the foyer. The primary bedroom has a excellent closet space and delightful morning sun, while the second bedroom features custom shelving and closets. This well-maintained building has been carefully updated since 2018 -- with a a new roof and roof deck -- a wonderful place to watch July 4th fireworks -- updated hallways, extensive exterior work and a modernized elevator. Laundry, extra storage and bike storage on the first floor. Many rental parking options nearby.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 01/05/2026
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,315
Year Built
- Built in 1924
HOA Fees
- $1,023 Monthly HOA Fees
Property Views
- River
- City
Home Design
- Entry on the 7th floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Rubber Roof
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 1,050 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Bay Window
- Picture Window
- French Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Upgraded Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Parquet
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Marble
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Custom Closet System
- Double Vanity
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Schools
- Bps Elementary And Middle School
- Bps High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Steam
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 3348863
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, snow removal, trash
- 15 Units
- High-Rise Community
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Common Area
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
- Elevator
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Marina
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 14, 2022
Sold by
Lawlor Maeve A
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 2008
Sold by
Marksbury John C and Steinman Charles E
Bought by
Lawlor Maeve A
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 1994
Sold by
Dilorenzo Michael
Bought by
Steinman Charles E and Marksbury John C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 3, 1990
Sold by
Rose Alfred O
Bought by
Dilorenzo Anthony
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Back Bay, MA
-
John Silk
-
Tim McDonald
Tim McDonald
(508) 796-8265
53 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,200,000 Price
-
Tom Jones
Tom Jones
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
(508) 978-3115
4 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,450,000 Price
-
Franklin Knotts
Franklin Knotts
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(781) 752-4079
21 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$720K - $1.1M Price Range
-
Barbara Wales
Barbara Wales
Engel & Volkers Newton
(781) 512-8233
103 Total Sales
9 in Back Bay
$440K - $1.5M Price Range
-
Bill Gehan
Bill Gehan
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
(781) 549-0309
71 Total Sales
33 in Back Bay
$761K - $14.4M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Available | ||
| Lawlor Maeve A | $771,400 | -- | |
| Steinman Charles E | $244,000 | -- | |
| Dilorenzo Anthony | $226,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $992,600 | ||
| Closed | Lawlor Maeve | $470,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Lawlor Maeve A | $65,000 | |
| Closed | Lawlor Maeve A | $20,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/09/2026 03/09/26 | Sold | $1,418,000 | -5.2% | $1,350 / Sq Ft |
| 01/30/2026 01/30/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/05/2026 01/05/26 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $1,424 / 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 | $12,315 | $1,063,500 | $0 | $1,063,500 |
| 2024 | $11,600 | $1,064,200 | $0 | $1,064,200 |
| 2023 | $10,885 | $1,013,500 | $0 | $1,013,500 |
| 2022 | $10,810 | $993,600 | $0 | $993,600 |
| 2021 | $10,602 | $993,600 | $0 | $993,600 |
| 2020 | $10,182 | $964,200 | $0 | $964,200 |
| 2019 | $9,960 | $945,000 | $0 | $945,000 |
| 2018 | $9,341 | $891,300 | $0 | $891,300 |
| 2017 | $9,075 | $856,900 | $0 | $856,900 |
| 2016 | $8,809 | $800,800 | $0 | $800,800 |
| 2015 | $9,701 | $801,100 | $0 | $801,100 |
| 2014 | -- | $726,900 | $0 | $726,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Christine Mcconville
Seller's Agent in 2026
Christine Mcconville
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 834-0538
4 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Vena Priestly
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Vena Priestly
Rise Signature Homes
(617) 935-6158
1 in this area
52 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73465218
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003575-000065
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