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261 Commonwealth Avenue 5Boston, MA 02116

For Sale

$1,349,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $6,745

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.

Listed by Frank Celeste

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Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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617-872-3227

Listed by Constance Brown

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Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last updated September 06, 2025

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Source: MLSPin #73374717

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodBack Bay West
  • Bedrooms1
  • Bathrooms1
  • Days on Prevu115
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$1,120/month
  • Taxes$13,146/year
  • Size1,155 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,168

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

05/14/2025
Listed by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
$1,349,000

Property Details for 261 Commonwealth Avenue 5

Association

Amenities

  • 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

Fees

  • Association Fee: $1,120.00 Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 12
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,155
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 3350042
  • Tax Annual Amount: $13,146.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,135,300.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Wood

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,155
  • Living Area Source: Other

Rooms

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

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

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