$5,900,000
SOLD MAR 6, 2026

45 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,954 Sq Ft
1910 Built

Recently Sold

$1,997 Per Sq Ft

13% Below List Price

142 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Brownstone
  • Wood Flooring
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

As of March 2026

45 Commonwealth #4 is a rarely available residence in doublewide boutique brownstone on 2nd block, sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue. This truly exceptional south facing home offers approx. 3,000+/- sq.ft.of living space on one level! The home's open concept design, presents a sophisticated elegance with a superb layout consisting of 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths with family room and study. An abundance of natural light spans across 50' +/- of frontage overlooking the tree-lined Commonwealth Mall and Back Bay skyline. Attention to detail is evident with intricate millwork, custom cabinetry and many built-ins throughout. The living area sightline spans from the fireplaced living room, dining and family rooms through to the chef's kitchen w/island and breakfast bar. Each of the 3 bedrooms offer ensuite baths. Hardwood floors throughout. Direct elevator access to residence and 2 garage parking spaces

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Christie

Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza Listed on: 08/27/2025

Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

Co-Listed By

Luxury Resort Living / The Christie Gro

Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracy Campion

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $63,200

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

HOA Fees

  • $2,785 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 4th floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,954 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Arched Doorways
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Library

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Wine Cooler
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Linen Closet
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 5 Cooling Zones
  • 5 Heating Zones

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4870660

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include gas, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 5 Units
  • 45 Commonwealth Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$63,200

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$2,785 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Library, Foyer, 1/4 Bath
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet - Linen, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s)
  • Room Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Wine Chiller
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead, Archway, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s)
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2954
  • Living Area: 2954
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN4282
  • MAIN SO: BB5984

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 5
  • COOLING ZONES: 5

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 8354.11
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4870660
  • Zoning: res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 63200

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 5
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2014
Sold by
Meelia Richard
Bought by
Richard J Meelia Ret
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

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/06/2026 03/06/26 Sold $5,900,000 -5.6% $1,997 / Sq Ft
01/16/2026 01/16/26 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2025 12/01/25 Price Changed $6,250,000 -7.4% $2,116 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 For Sale $6,750,000 +62.7% $2,285 / Sq Ft
04/27/2012 04/27/12 Sold $4,150,000 -7.3% $1,405 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/20/2012 03/20/12 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2010 04/07/10 For Sale $4,475,000 -- $1,515 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $66,531 $5,745,300 $0 $5,745,300
2024 $61,067 $5,602,500 $0 $5,602,500
2023 $57,305 $5,335,700 $0 $5,335,700
2022 $56,914 $5,231,100 $0 $5,231,100
2021 $55,816 $5,231,100 $0 $5,231,100
2020 $56,731 $5,372,300 $0 $5,372,300
2019 $55,495 $5,265,200 $0 $5,265,200
2018 $52,047 $4,966,300 $0 $4,966,300
2017 $50,561 $4,774,400 $0 $4,774,400
2016 $49,083 $4,462,100 $0 $4,462,100
2015 $56,324 $4,651,000 $0 $4,651,000
2014 $52,152 $4,145,600 $0 $4,145,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Karen Christie

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Karen Christie

    Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

    (888) 654-4778

    1 in this area

    4 Total Sales

    Karen Christie
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  • Tracy Campion

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Tracy Campion

    Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

    (617) 851-3506

    167 in this area

    358 Total Sales

    Tracy Campion
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  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Karen Tedeman

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73422504

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002883-000008

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

45 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4, Boston, MA

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