$2,300,000
SOLD SEP 25, 2025

56 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,044 Sq Ft
$1,116/ mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$2,203 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

84 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 5-minute walk to Arlington Station
  • Custom Closet System
  • City View
  • Open Floorplan
  • 3-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

As of September 2025

Experience the extraordinary in this breathtaking penthouse offering over 900 sq ft of unrivaled private outdoor space. Perfectly positioned on the coveted 2nd block of Commonwealth Ave, this floor-through gem features a tranquil front deck overlooking the Comm Ave Mall and a rear deck with captivating views of the Church of the Covenant. Fully renovated and impeccably maintained, the home boasts hardwood floors throughout, a marble-clad kitchen with premium appliances, and a light-drenched living room with crown molding and seamless indoor-outdoor flow for effortless entertaining. The primary suite offers double closets and a spa-like marble bath with radiant heat and towel warmer. A second bedroom includes a built-in desk, walk-in closet, and deck access. The second bath, w/ plumbing in place for a full conversion, adds flexibility. With elevator access to floor 6, central air, automatic irrigation and two parking spaces, this spectacular residence is the pinnacle of Back Bay living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Crowley

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 06/04/2025

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Collin Bray

Century 21 Cityside

Century 21 Cityside

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,072

Year Built

  • Built in 1850

Lot Details

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $1,116 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 7th floor
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,044 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Sliding Doors
  • City Views
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Custom Closet System
  • Dual Closets
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Tandem Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:01276 S:046,3358690

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, security, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 30 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • 56 And 60 Commonwealth Condominium Trust Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,072

Year Built

Built in 1850

Lot Details

871 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$1,116 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1850
  • Entry Level: 7
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Slider, Crown Molding
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1044
  • Living Area: 1044
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: M59500
  • MAIN SO: BB6400

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, City View(s), Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Rubber
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Tandem, Assigned
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Icemaker Connection
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 1116
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:01276 S:046,3358690
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1000
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 25072

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 30
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/25/2025 09/25/25 Sold $2,300,000 -7.8% $2,203 / Sq Ft
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2025 08/27/25 For Sale $2,495,000 +8.5% $2,390 / Sq Ft
08/23/2025 08/23/25 Off Market $2,300,000 -- --
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Price Changed $2,495,000 -10.7% $2,390 / Sq Ft
06/04/2025 06/04/25 For Sale $2,795,000 -9.8% $2,677 / Sq Ft
06/28/2018 06/28/18 Sold $3,100,000 +69.9% $3,100 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/11/2018 06/11/18 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2018 06/05/18 For Sale $1,825,000 0.0% $1,825 / Sq Ft
01/15/2013 01/15/13 Rented $6,300 -3.0% --
12/16/2012 12/16/12 Under Contract -- -- --
10/17/2012 10/17/12 For Rent $6,495 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Elizabeth Crowley

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Elizabeth Crowley

    William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

    (617) 797-8659

    2 in this area

    84 Total Sales

    Elizabeth Crowley
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  • Collin Bray

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Collin Bray

    Century 21 Cityside

    (617) 512-1095

    18 in this area

    155 Total Sales

    Collin Bray
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    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Gary Lazarus

    Compass

    (617) 309-9167

    52 Total Sales

    Gary Lazarus
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  • Pamela Gilman

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Pamela Gilman

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

    (617) 721-5552

    11 Total Sales

    Pamela Gilman
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  • Linda Barrett

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Linda Barrett

    Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

    (617) 686-1007

    1 in this area

    4 Total Sales

    Linda Barrett
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73385390

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Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

56 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH, Boston, MA

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