$483,175 - $729,000
RENTED SEP 1, 2025

56 Commonwealth Ave Unit 42 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
330 Sq Ft
1850 Built

Last Sold September 05, 2012

Last sale price $285,000 $864 Per Sq Ft

Est. 112% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,659/month

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 5-minute walk to Arlington Station
  • Park
  • Property is near public transit
  • Jogging Path
  • 3-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

As of September 2025

Situated on the quintessential tree-lined avenue in the heart of the Back Bay, this studio is one of a kind! The 4th floor apartment has wall to wall windows, is southeast facing, sun filled, and has extraordinary views of the Church of the Covenant. Inside there's a spacious closet, L-shape kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. The building has common laundry on the first floor, a full-service elevator, and is key fob accessed. Rent includes heat, hot water, and trash removal. Available September 1, 2025.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

The Bushari Team Compass

Compass Listed on: 06/12/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Elad Bushari

Compass

Last Renter's Agent

The Bushari Team Compass

Compass Listed on: 06/12/2025

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Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,484

Year Built

  • 1850

Home Design

  • 330 Sq Ft Home
  • Entry on the 4th floor

Additional Features

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Property is near public transit
  • No Cooling

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,100
  • Property Available on 9/1/25
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 3358711

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,484

Year Built

1850

Lot Details

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Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • Available Date: 2025-09-01
  • 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: 4
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1850

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 330
  • Living Area: 330
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 6.36
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 6.36
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, T-Station
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 42

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3358711
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2022
Sold by
Sharav Jonathan
Bought by
Js Boston Rt
Current Estimated Value
$604,044

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 28, 2017
Closed on
Aug 2, 2017
Sold by
Keir Shona E
Bought by
Sharav Jonathan
Seller's Agent
Eric Tam
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Benjamin Aiken
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Sold Price
$1,900

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2012
Closed on
Sep 10, 2012
Sold by
Koenig Ruth and Koenig I
Bought by
Keir Shona E
Seller's Agent
Frank Carroll Homes Team
Compass
Buyer's Agent
John Yemma
Compass
List Price
$295,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.39%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.92%
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2005
Sold by
Kim Samuel S
Bought by
Koenig Kelsey and Koenig Ruth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,625
Interest Rate
5.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2004
Sold by
Nickerson Lacey L and Schmid Valerie A
Bought by
Kim Samuel S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2003
Sold by
Culley Gregory A and Culley Donna B
Bought by
Nickerson Lacey L and Schmid Siefgried

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,000
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 1998
Sold by
Mcrae William J
Bought by
Culley Gregory A and Culley Donna B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Js Boston Rt -- None Available
Sharav Jonathan $385,000 --
Keir Shona E $285,000 --
Koenig Kelsey $275,500 --
Kim Samuel S $240,000 --
Nickerson Lacey L $220,000 --
Culley Gregory A $110,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Keir Shona E $228,000
Previous Owner Keir Shona E $14,250
Previous Owner Koenig Kelsey $206,625
Previous Owner Culley Gregory A $140,000
Previous Owner Culley Gregory A $176,000
Previous Owner Culley Gregory A $88,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/01/2025 09/01/25 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Under Contract -- -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Rent $2,100 +10.5% --
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Rented $1,900 -5.0% --
05/13/2021 05/13/21 Under Contract -- -- --
04/22/2021 04/22/21 For Rent $2,000 -4.8% --
07/06/2018 07/06/18 Rented $2,100 0.0% --
07/05/2018 07/05/18 Under Contract -- -- --
05/31/2018 05/31/18 For Rent $2,100 +10.5% --
08/15/2017 08/15/17 Rented $1,900 0.0% --
08/14/2017 08/14/17 Under Contract -- -- --
07/28/2017 07/28/17 For Rent $1,900 0.0% --
09/05/2012 09/05/12 Sold $285,000 -1.4% $864 / Sq Ft
07/11/2012 07/11/12 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2012 06/19/12 Price Changed $289,000 -2.0% $876 / Sq Ft
04/24/2012 04/24/12 For Sale $295,000 -- $894 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $5,484 $473,600 $0 $473,600
2024 $5,080 $466,100 $0 $466,100
2023 $4,767 $443,900 $0 $443,900
2022 $4,735 $435,200 $0 $435,200
2021 $4,644 $435,200 $0 $435,200
2020 $4,349 $411,800 $0 $411,800
2019 $4,041 $383,400 $0 $383,400
2018 $3,864 $368,700 $0 $368,700
2017 $3,754 $354,500 $0 $354,500
2016 $3,836 $348,700 $0 $348,700
2015 $3,528 $291,300 $0 $291,300
2014 $3,276 $260,400 $0 $260,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    The Bushari Team Compass

    Compass

    (617) 206-3333

    3 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    The Bushari Team Compass
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  • Elad Bushari

    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Elad Bushari

    Compass

    (617) 529-7079

    1 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Elad Bushari
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  • X

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Xander Psathas

    Compass

  • N

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018

    Nicole Rosmarin

    Compass

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  • Eric Tam

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Eric Tam

    Compass

    (617) 803-5683

    2 in this area

    94 Total Sales

    Eric Tam
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  • Benjamin Aiken

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Benjamin Aiken

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 982-6776

    24 Total Sales

    Benjamin Aiken
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73390364

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001276-000024

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

56 Commonwealth Ave Unit 42, Boston, MA

This home is located at 56 Commonwealth Ave Unit 42, Boston, MA 02116 since 12 June 2025 and is currently priced at $604,044. This property was built in 1850. 56 Commonwealth Ave Unit 42 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Kingsley Montessori School, Park Street School, and Advent School.

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