40 Commonwealth Ave Unit A Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,150/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- 4-minute walk to Arlington Station
- Custom Closet System
- City View
- Open Floorplan
- 4-minute walk to Public Garden
About This Home
Sunny, stylish and quiet studio in mint, move-in condition on Boston's best block -- Commonwealth Avenue between Arlington and Berkeley streets. This meticulously maintained and ideally-located home features a beautiful new custom kitchen, new stainless-steel appliances. and an updated bath. The living area has high ceilings, new windows and hardwood floors, plus thoughtfully-designed custom closets direct access to a charming-brick-lined patio. This exceptional building is pet friendly and professionally managed with a high owner occupancy rate and a low condominium fee. Amazing Back Bay location with the best of Boston right outside the front door: the Public Garden, Newbury Street, the Esplanade and the South End and Beacon Hill. A wonderful city home.
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, November 30, 202511:00 am to 12:00 pm11/30/2025 11:00:00 AM +00:0011/30/2025 12:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,729
Year Built
- Built in 1890 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- Landscaped Professionally
- Garden
HOA Fees
- $240 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brownstone
- Garden Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 445 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Lighting
- Bay Window
- Entrance Foyer
- Dining Area
- Storage Room
- City Views
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Custom Closet System
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Bps Elementary School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 3358327
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, reserve funds
- 10 Units
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Community Garden
- Common Area
- Shops
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $5,729 | $494,700 | $0 | $494,700 |
| 2024 | $5,087 | $466,700 | $0 | $466,700 |
| 2023 | $4,912 | $457,400 | $0 | $457,400 |
| 2022 | $4,928 | $452,900 | $0 | $452,900 |
| 2021 | $4,739 | $444,100 | $0 | $444,100 |
| 2020 | $4,905 | $464,500 | $0 | $464,500 |
| 2019 | $4,751 | $450,800 | $0 | $450,800 |
| 2018 | $4,724 | $450,800 | $0 | $450,800 |
| 2017 | $4,842 | $457,200 | $0 | $457,200 |
| 2016 | $4,657 | $423,400 | $0 | $423,400 |
| 2015 | $4,707 | $388,700 | $0 | $388,700 |
| 2014 | $4,130 | $328,300 | $0 | $328,300 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | For Sale | $650,000 | 0.0% | $1,461 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/08/2025 11/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | For Sale | $650,000 | +35.4% | $1,461 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/24/2016 10/24/16 | Sold | $480,000 | -2.0% | $1,079 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/09/2016 08/09/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2016 07/01/16 | For Sale | $489,900 | 0.0% | $1,101 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/18/2016 06/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/15/2016 06/15/16 | Price Changed | $489,900 | -3.8% | $1,101 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/31/2016 05/31/16 | For Sale | $509,000 | -- | $1,144 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $495,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $480,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $313,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $313,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $264,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $135,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $130,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $396,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $432,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $113,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $211,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $98,700 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $103,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73433434
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001208-000002
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