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255 Commonwealth Ave 2Boston, MA 02116

For Sale

$2,999,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $14,995

A rare blend of grandeur and comfort on one of Back Bay’s most iconic streets, this parlor duplex welcomes you with soaring ceilings, natural light & volume of space. Located on the highly coveted sunny side of Commonwealth Ave, this home features convenient city living with direct access parking, elevator and almost 2,200 square feet across only two levels. The expansive chef’s kitchen offers Thermadore ovens/fridg full size wine fridge, large center island with seating for 4 and is open to the sprawling living/dining ares with beautiful marble fireplace and oversized bay windows overlooking Comm Ave. Custom built-ins throughout allow for exceptional storage space. The serene king-sized primary suite features a spa-like en-suite bath w/double sink vanity, large tub and step-in shower. A walk-in closet and home office space make this the ultimate primary escape. Two additional bedrooms, bonus playroom/ office/ versatile space and a full bath complete this wonderful Back Bay offering!

Listed by Rob Kilgore

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Compass

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617-504-7814

Listed by Alexandra Conigliaro Biega

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Compass

Listed by The Biega + Kilgore Team

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Compass

Listed by Casey Martin

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Compass

Listed by Alexandra Blizard

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Compass

Last updated August 23, 2025

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Source: MLSPin #73388023

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodBack Bay West
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms3
  • Days on Prevu89
  • Taxes$27,409/year
  • Size2,183 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,374

Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

07/10/2025
Price Decreased
$2,999,000
06/09/2025
Listed by Compass
$3,250,000

Property Details for 255 Commonwealth Ave 2

Association

Amenities

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)

Fees

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Entry Level: 2

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 2,183
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 3346538
  • Tax Annual Amount: $27,409.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,688,200.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2

Measurements

  • Living Area: 2,183
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: N
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 5

Parking

Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem
  • Parking Total: 1

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

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