This beautiful updated PH duplex on one of Back Bays most iconic streets, offers 2bed 2bath, a unique bonus loft, almost 1300 sq ft of interior space and a private 400 sq ft roof deck. It also includes one parking spot with the potential to purchase a 2nd spot. Walk into an open concept main floor with 14ft high ceilings, tons of natural light, one of two fireplaces and an updated kitchen with new quartz countertops and mirror backsplash. Custom built in bookcase/credenza in the living/dining room and more custom wardrobe and storage closets in the primary bedroom ensuite round out the first floor.Step upstairs to the second bedroom ensuite and bonus loft area that’s perfect for an office, den or overnight guest. Enjoy in unit laundry and a/c throughout the unit. Lastly, step up to your private 400 sq ft roof deck, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy dinner or drinks with friends as you take in some of Bostons most iconic buildings as your backdrop.
Property Details
Price:
$2,100,000
MLS #:
73428511
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Condo
Subtype:
Condominium
Neighborhood:
backbay
Listed Date:
Sep 10, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
1,292
Total Sq Ft:
1,292
Lot Size:
1,292 sqft / 0.03 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1879
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Baseboard
Exterior
Association Amenities
Hot Water
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T- Station, University
Construction Materials
Brick
Exterior Features
Deck – Roof, City View(s)
Parking Features
Deeded
Parking Spots
1
Security Features
Intercom
Financial
HOA Fee
$588
HOA Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$15,751
Map
Community
- Address178 Commonwealth Ave # 8 Boston MA
- CityBoston
- CountySuffolk
- Zip Code02116
Subdivisions in Boston
- Adams Village
- Ashmont Hill
- Ashmont Hill / Carruth Area
- Back Bay
- Bay Village
- Beacon Hill
- Bellevue Hill
- Boston
- Brighton-Oak Square
- Charlestown
- Chestnut Hill
- Chestnut Hill /Brookline line
- Chestnut Hill Park Condominium
- Clam Point Neighborhood
- Eight Streets Neighborhood
- Ellis South End Neighborhood
- Fairmount Hill
- Fields Corner
- Gas Light District
- Golf Course Neighborhood
- Harbor View
- Harborview
- Highland
- Hyde Park
- Jamaica Plain
- Lower Mills
- Melville Park
- Metropolitan Heights Area
- Metropolitan Hill
- Mission Hill – Longwood Medical
- Oak Square
- Parkway neighborhood
- Roslindale
- Roslindale – WC Bates
- roslindale village
- Roxbury’s Moreland Street Historic District
- Savin Hill: Minutes to Carson Beach/UMass Boston T-Stop
- South Boston
- Suffolk County
- Sumner Hill
- Thomas Park
- Woodbourne
Market Summary
Property Summary
- 178 Commonwealth Ave # 8 Boston MA is a Condo for sale in Boston, MA, 02116. It is listed for $2,100,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,292 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1879. The current price per square foot is $1,625. The average price per square foot for Condo listings in Boston is $1,047. The average listing price for Condo in Boston is $1,515,566. To schedule a showing of MLS#73428511 at 178 Commonwealth Ave # 8 in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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178 Commonwealth Ave # 8
Boston, MA