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 dramatic 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.
Sold for $1,349,000
$1,349,000
261 Commonwealth Ave APT 5, Boston, MA 02116
1beds
1,155sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1880
-- sqft lot
$1,344,700 Zestimate®
$1,168/sqft
$4,461 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,344,700
$1.25M - $1.44M
$4,461/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 01, 2026 at 07:28am
Listed by:
Frank Celeste 617-872-3227,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-242-4222,
Constance Brown 508-838-1105
Bought with:
Non Member
Non Member Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73374717
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,155
- Total interior livable area: 1,155 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,155
Property
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Details
- Parcel number: 3350045
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- 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
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $1,120 monthly
- Amenities included: Hot Water
- Services included: Heat, Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2026 | Sold | $1,349,000$1,168/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000-8.5%$1,168/sqft |
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| 4/27/2025 | Listing removed | $1,475,000$1,277/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73346784 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Price change | $1,475,000-6.3%$1,277/sqft |
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| 3/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,575,000+12.9%$1,364/sqft |
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| 4/14/2017 | Sold | $1,395,000$1,208/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2017 | Price change | $1,395,000-5.4%$1,208/sqft |
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| 10/30/2016 | Price change | $1,475,000+1.7%$1,277/sqft |
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| 10/21/2016 | Price change | $1,450,000-3.3%$1,255/sqft |
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| 8/1/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+500%$1,299/sqft |
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| 3/21/2016 | Listing removed | $6,000$5/sqft |
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| 3/4/2016 | Listed for rent | $6,000+20%$5/sqft |
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| 11/4/2015 | Listing removed | $5,000$4/sqft |
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| 10/1/2015 | Price change | $5,000-12.3%$4/sqft |
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| 7/29/2015 | Listed for rent | $5,700+15.2%$5/sqft |
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| 1/21/2015 | Listing removed | $4,950$4/sqft |
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| 1/5/2015 | Price change | $4,950-9.2%$4/sqft |
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| 12/24/2014 | Price change | $5,450-4.4%$5/sqft |
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| 11/4/2014 | Listed for rent | $5,700+5.6%$5/sqft |
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| 8/3/2014 | Listing removed | $5,400$5/sqft |
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| 6/12/2014 | Price change | $5,400-8.5%$5/sqft |
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| 6/5/2014 | Listed for rent | $5,900+3.5%$5/sqft |
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| 4/8/2014 | Listing removed | $5,700$5/sqft |
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| 3/8/2014 | Price change | $5,700+9.6%$5/sqft |
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| 2/21/2014 | Price change | $5,200-8.8%$5/sqft |
Source: First Boston Realty International, LLC #71605993 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2013 | Listed for rent | $5,700$5/sqft |
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| 8/7/1992 | Sold | $250,000$216/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,147 +6.2% | $1,135,300 |
| 2024 | $12,375 +6.6% | $1,135,300 +5% |
| 2023 | $11,613 +0.7% | $1,081,300 +2% |
| 2022 | $11,534 +2% | $1,060,100 |
| 2021 | $11,311 +3.8% | $1,060,100 +2.7% |
| 2020 | $10,901 +2.2% | $1,032,300 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,663 +13.1% | $1,011,700 +12.4% |
| 2018 | $9,430 +408.1% | $899,800 -1.4% |
| 2017 | $1,856 -80.2% | $913,000 +7% |
| 2016 | $9,385 +10.1% | $853,200 +21.2% |
| 2015 | $8,527 +8% | $704,100 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $7,895 +0.5% | $627,600 +5% |
| 2013 | $7,854 -4% | $597,700 -4.7% |
| 2012 | $8,178 +2% | $627,150 |
| 2011 | $8,021 +4.3% | $627,150 -3.1% |
| 2010 | $7,689 +23.4% | $647,200 +10.4% |
| 2009 | $6,230 -3.1% | $586,100 |
| 2008 | $6,430 -0.8% | $586,100 -0.6% |
| 2007 | $6,483 | $589,900 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Suffolk County
- Boston
- 02116
- Back Bay
- 261 Commonwealth Ave Apartment 5