Matthew Foley
Fenway Property Advisors
(339) 213-8796
52 Total Sales
4 in Back Bay
$520K - $989K Price Range
59 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,352,000 - $21,573,226
8
Beds
10
Baths
11,297
Sq Ft
$1,103/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- City View
- Deck
- 11 Fireplaces
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- Property is near public transit
- 1-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot
About This Home
As of November 2025This grand single-family townhouse on the sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue offers ~11,300 square feet of elegant living space. Currently configured as a luxurious main residence with a separate staff or guest apartment, the home features 8 bedrooms, 8 full baths, and 2 half baths. Soaring ceilings, large windows, and restored original architectural details create a sense of timeless sophistication. Multiple private patios and decks provide ample outdoor space and skyline views, ideal for entertaining. Additional features include elevator access to all floors and a rare attached garage. Located on the “Gold Coast” between Berkeley and Clarendon Streets and just steps from the Public Garden, the Esplanade, and Boston’s premier shopping and dining, this property offers the perfect blend of classic Back Bay elegance and modern living. A rare opportunity for a discerning buyer to live in a true Boston gem.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $142,678
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned R2
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
Property Views
- City
- Scenic Vista
Home Design
- Split Level Home
- Slate Roof
- Rubber Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 11 Fireplaces
- Finished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 8 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Additional Features
- Property is near public transit
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02889 S:000,3352967
Community Details
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 10, 2025
Closed on
Oct 24, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Maggie Gold Seelig
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
Buyer's Agent
Julie Harrison
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$24,950,000
Sold Price
$21,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,950,000
-15.83%
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,537,387
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-53.06%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 5, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Back Bay, MA
-
Matthew Foley
-
Monik Graham
Monik Graham
RE/MAX Realty One
(833) 484-6092
73 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$630,000 Price
-
William Loring
William Loring
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(339) 444-2844
25 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$2,550,000 Price
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Vena Priestly
Vena Priestly
Rise Signature Homes
(857) 666-8458
51 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,418,000 Price
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John Silk
John Silk
Responds QuicklyEngel & Volkers Boston
(508) 762-1632
71 Total Sales
7 in Back Bay
$422K - $3.4M Price Range
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Tim McDonald
Tim McDonald
Responds Quickly(508) 796-8265
52 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,200,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $21,000,000 | -- | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $2,900,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,350,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $485,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $80,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2025 11/24/25 | Sold | $21,000,000 | -15.8% | $1,859 / Sq Ft |
| 10/20/2025 10/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | For Sale | $24,950,000 | -- | $2,209 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 | $142,678 | $12,321,100 | $4,665,500 | $7,655,600 |
| 2024 | $133,833 | $12,278,300 | $3,948,700 | $8,329,600 |
| 2023 | $131,869 | $12,278,300 | $3,948,700 | $8,329,600 |
| 2022 | $133,588 | $12,278,300 | $3,948,700 | $8,329,600 |
| 2021 | $124,771 | $11,693,600 | $3,760,700 | $7,932,900 |
| 2020 | $117,692 | $11,145,100 | $3,365,400 | $7,779,700 |
| 2019 | $109,761 | $10,413,800 | $2,614,600 | $7,799,200 |
| 2018 | $101,963 | $9,729,300 | $2,614,600 | $7,114,700 |
| 2017 | $98,084 | $9,261,900 | $2,614,600 | $6,647,300 |
| 2016 | $95,271 | $8,661,000 | $2,614,600 | $6,046,400 |
| 2015 | $103,748 | $8,567,100 | $1,692,500 | $6,874,600 |
| 2014 | $96,227 | $7,649,200 | $1,692,500 | $5,956,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Maggie Gold Seelig
Seller's Agent in 2025
Maggie Gold Seelig
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
(617) 645-4999
12 in this area
115 Total Sales
-
Julie Harrison
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Julie Harrison
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 413-6332
16 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73442206
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002889
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