Situated on the sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue, one of Boston’s most prestigious and architecturally significant streets, 57 Commonwealth Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own a classic Back Bay brownstone in an unparalleled location. Nestled on a coveted block, lined with grand residences and mature trees, this distinguished property offers timeless character, exceptional scale, and tremendous long-term value. Whether viewed as a legacy investment, an income-producing asset, or a redevelopment opportunity bringing it back to a single family, properties of this caliber and location seldom come to market. Steps from the Public Garden, Newbury Street, the Charles River Esplanade, and Boston’s finest dining and shopping, 57 Commonwealth Avenue embodies the elegance and enduring appeal that have made Back Bay one of the country’s most sought-after neighborhoods. A true trophy property on one of Boston’s most iconic boulevards.Twelve ornate fireplaces throughout (to be tested by Buyer)
Property Details
Price:
$23,000,000
MLS #:
73538978
Status:
Active
Beds:
16
Baths:
17
Type:
Multi Family
Subtype:
5+ Family – 5+ Units Up/Down
Neighborhood:
backbay
Listed Date:
Jun 19, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
10,165
Total Sq Ft:
10,165
Lot Size:
3,237 sqft / 0.07 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1874
Units:
16
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Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
8765
Bathrooms
17 Full Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
1400
Levels
4
Exterior
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Open Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Off Street
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Stories
4
View
City View(s)
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$58,914
Map
Community
- Address57 Commonwealth Avenue Boston MA
- CityBoston
- CountySuffolk
- Zip Code02116
Subdivisions in Boston
- Adams Village
- Ashmont Hill
- Ashmont Hill / Carruth Area
- Ashmont Hill / Peabody Square
- Beacon Hill
- Bellevue Hill
- Boston
- Central JP
- Charlestown
- Clam Point
- Doctor’s Row
- Dorchester
- East Boston
- Fairmount Hill
- Forest Hills
- Fort Hill Highland Park
- Frederick Douglas Park South End
- George Wright Golf Course Neighborhood
- Harborview
- Highland
- Holy Name Parish neighborhood
- Hyde Park
- Jeffries Point
- Lower Mills
- Lower Mills and East Milton Square
- Melville Park
- Moss Hill
- Mount Hope
- Nubian Square
- Oak Square
- Oak Square Brighton/Newton Liine
- Orient Heights
- Over The Bridge – Savin Hill
- Peak Hill Neighborhood
- Pondside
- Pondside Jamaica Plain
- Readville
- Roslindale
- Roxbury
- Savin Hill OTB
- Savin Hill/JFK
- South Boston
- South Boston’s City Point
- Thompson Square
- Truman Parkway/ Monahan Park
- Ward 20
- Well Respected Hyde Park Neighborhood Area of Boston.
- West Roxbury
- Woodbourne
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Multi Family in Boston as of Nov 03, 2026
429
Multi Family Listed
129
Avg DOM
485
Avg $ / SqFt
$2,088,218
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 57 Commonwealth Avenue Boston MA is a Multi Family for sale in Boston, MA, 02116. It is listed for $23,000,000 To schedule a showing of MLS#73538978 at 57 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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57 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA