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55 Commonwealth AvenueBoston, MA 02116

For Sale

$38,000,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $190,000

Presenting 55 Commonwealth Avenue, a rare opportunity to acquire one of Back Bay's finest turnkey single-family homes, an address that rarely, if ever, comes to market. Spanning nearly 11,000 SF on the sunny side, this exceptional home offers a combination of scale, natural light, and turnkey living. Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, the home features formal living and dining rooms, an expansive family room, chef’s kitchen, library, multiple offices,media room, catering kitchen, and a wellness level with fitness studio, and sauna. The residence offers 5+ bedrooms with multiple ensuite baths, three private terraces, nine fireplaces, temperature-controlled wine room, multiple laundry rooms, and a best-in-class elevator with access to every level. Complete with 2 private garage spaces and 1 gated outdoor space, this home stands as the only turnkey single-family residence available on the sunny side of the second block of Comm Ave, a genuine once-in-a-generation offering.

Listed by Antonio Khoury

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Serhant

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781-385-1695

Last updated May 16, 2026

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Source: MLSPin #73517239

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodBack Bay East
  • Bedrooms5
  • Bathrooms7
  • Days on Prevu34
  • Taxes$138,896/year
  • Size10,803 sqft
  • Price per sqft$3,518

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Elevator
  • Parking
  • Swimming Pool

Location

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Listing History

05/12/2026
Listed by Serhant
$38,000,000

Property Details for 55 Commonwealth Avenue

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University

Exterior

Construction

  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Roof: Slate
  • Year Built: 1875
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Patio, Decorative Lighting, City View(s)

Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • View: City View(s), City

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 10,803
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Size Area: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3,237
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02887 S:000,4870656
  • Tax Annual Amount: $138,896.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $11,994,500.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 9
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Elevator

Measurements

  • Living Area: 10,803
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 5
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Rooms Total: 17

Parking

Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Paved
  • Parking Total: 3

Utilities

Equipment

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 5 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms in this single-family home at 55 Commonwealth Avenue.

Does this single-family home have parking?

Yes, there are 2 parking spaces available for 55 Commonwealth Avenue.

What are the annual taxes for 55 Commonwealth Avenue?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $138,896.

How does 55 Commonwealth Avenue compare to other single-family homes in Back Bay East?

This single-family home is listed 152% above the average price for single-family homes in Back Bay East and has been on the market for 62 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 10,803 sqft.

55 Commonwealth Avenue is a 5-bedroom, 7-bath single-family home for sale in Boston MA 02116. Listed on Prevu for 34 days at $38,000,000. This property features 10,803 square feet of living space, located in Back Bay East. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $3,200,000. Additional amenities include private outdoor space, dishwasher, elevator, air conditioning, parking, swimming pool, and washer/dryer. Browse more single-family home listings in Boston.

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