Stunning, spacious one bedroom plus den residence in a beautifully appointed Victorian brownstone with an elegant lobby and reception area. The grand staircase is illuminated from a massive skylight with a gorgeous stained glass enclosure. Front facing over the Commonwealth Mall, this quintessential gem gets exquisite light from three oversized windows. The open floor plan is complete with pristine hardwood floors, soaring ceilings which add amazing room scale, and a large fireplace filled with ornate period detail. The King-sized Primary boasts double windows, a decorative fireplace and two closets with ample storage. The charming bonus room would make a darling office or guest room. Both the bright white bath and kitchen have been beautifully updated, the eat in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances and marble counters. ALL utilities as well as beautiful exterior landscaping are included in the HOA fee. Direct access rental parking is available. Moments to Newbury Street & MBTA.
Property Details
Price:
$1,349,000
MLS #:
73374717
Status:
Active
Beds:
1
Baths:
1
Type:
Condo
Subtype:
Condominium
Neighborhood:
backbay
Listed Date:
May 14, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
1,155
Total Sq Ft:
1,155
Year Built:
1880
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Hot Water
Laundry Features
In Unit
Exterior
Association Amenities
Hot Water
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/ Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Roof
Rubber
Financial
HOA Fee
$1,120
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Includes
Heat, Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$13,146
Map
Community
- Address261 Commonwealth Avenue # 5 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
- 261 Commonwealth Avenue # 5 Boston MA is a Condo for sale in Boston, MA, 02116. It is listed for $1,349,000 and features 1 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 1,155 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1880. The current price per square foot is $1,168. The average price per square foot for Condo listings in Boston is $1,035. The average listing price for Condo in Boston is $1,505,268. To schedule a showing of MLS#73374717 at 261 Commonwealth Avenue # 5 in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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261 Commonwealth Avenue # 5
Boston, MA