$1,195,000
OPEN MON 5PM - 6:30PM

50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated payment $8,286/month

Total Views 1,009
1 Bed
1 Bath
860 Sq Ft
$1,390 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • 4-minute walk to Arlington Station
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • 4-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

Steps from the Public Garden and Commonwealth Avenue Mall, this gracious oversized one bedroom offers the living space of many two bedrooms in a prime Back Bay location! 50 Commonwealth Avenue is a sought-after address...a New York style elevator building with stunning common roof deck and resident superintendent. Southern exposure provides wonderful light and views of the historic Tiffany stained glass windows at the Church of the Covenant at the corner of Newbury and Berkeley Streets. Living room easily accommodates living room seating as well as a formal dining room area. Kitchen with gas cooking and breakfast area with space for bistro table in front of window. Hardwood floors and handsome detail throughout. Bedroom will easily accommodate a king-size bed...a rarity in city bedrooms. Common laundry room and bike storage. BUILDING REGULATIONS PROHIBIT TENANTS FROM HAVING PETS.

Listing Agent

Betsey Barrett

Brewster & Berkowitz R. E. Listed on: 07/18/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Sally Brewster

Brewster & Berkowitz R. E.

Open House Schedule

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,476

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

HOA Fees

  • $627 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 860 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3358739

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 42 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,476

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$627 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 860
  • Living Area: 860
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: NB1079
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1389.53
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1389.53

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 627.46
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 505
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site, Resident Superintendent

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3358739
  • Zoning: 0102
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 292
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12476.43
  • Tax Book Number: 39819

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 42
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $12,961 $1,119,300 $0 $1,119,300
2024 $11,994 $1,100,400 $0 $1,100,400
2023 $11,256 $1,048,000 $0 $1,048,000
2022 $11,179 $1,027,500 $0 $1,027,500
2021 $10,963 $1,027,500 $0 $1,027,500
2020 $10,584 $1,002,300 $0 $1,002,300
2019 $10,354 $982,400 $0 $982,400
2018 $9,711 $926,600 $0 $926,600
2017 $9,434 $890,800 $0 $890,800
2016 $9,010 $819,100 $0 $819,100
2015 $9,150 $755,600 $0 $755,600
2014 $8,499 $675,600 $0 $675,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 For Sale $1,195,000 0.0% $1,390 / Sq Ft
05/07/2023 05/07/23 Rented $3,750 0.0% --
04/28/2023 04/28/23 Under Contract -- -- --
04/23/2023 04/23/23 For Rent $3,750 +33.8% --
03/08/2021 03/08/21 Rented $2,802 +20.0% --
03/04/2021 03/04/21 Under Contract -- -- --
12/16/2020 12/16/20 For Rent $2,335 -27.0% --
06/01/2016 06/01/16 Rented $3,200 0.0% --
04/08/2016 04/08/16 Under Contract -- -- --
04/05/2016 04/05/16 For Rent $3,200 +1.6% --
06/24/2014 06/24/14 Rented $3,150 -4.5% --
05/25/2014 05/25/14 Under Contract -- -- --
03/06/2014 03/06/14 For Rent $3,300 0.0% --
05/08/2012 05/08/12 Rented $3,300 -2.9% --
04/08/2012 04/08/12 Under Contract -- -- --
03/30/2012 03/30/12 For Rent $3,400 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed $550,000 --
Deed $469,000 --
Deed $236,000 --
Deed $225,000 --
Deed $212,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $525,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $412,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $99,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $372,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $375,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73406649

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001278-000040