One of the best front-facing 1 bedroom + study condos in the Back Bay. Renovated to a very high standard with custom workmanship & design throughout. Open designer kitchen with 10 ceilings, breakfast bar, plenty of custom cabinets, honed black granite counters, SS appliances, gas stove, dishwasher, disposal & microwave. Oversized sunny rooms are generously proportioned with high ceilings, crown & baseboard moldings & stunning just refinished, white oak floors throughout. Living room with 12 ceilings has enormous bright, newer double height 3 bay window, fireplace, and built-in bookshelves with cabinets. Glass French doors open to private study, childs room or guest room, with bookshelves & custom closet. Extra-large bedroom with sunny front-facing tall window, 12 high ceilings, custom double closet. South facing views of Commonwealth Avenue Mall. Elevator building, washer/dryer hookup, with a $2000 allowance at closing from seller to buyer to purchase & install w/d of their choice.
- MLS# 72714925
- Date Listed08/24/2020
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.02 acres (871 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Property Type Condominium
- County Suffolk
- Year Built 1886
- Water Public
- Square Feet 878 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $1025.06
Interior Features
- Flooring Tile, Hardwood
- Cooling Window Unit(s)
- Heating Central, Hot Water, Steam, Oil
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Rubber
- Lot Size Acres 0.02
- Lot Size SQFT 871.20
- Lot Features Waterfront
Directions
On the sunny side of the most sought after Commonwealth Ave Between Exeter & Fairfield St. Perfect!!
Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $574 Monthly
- Tax Amount $8,327
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
1.14 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12 • Serves this home
0.93 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.2 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
1.14 mi
Distance
William Blackstone Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
1.45 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.97 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
2.13 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.22 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
2.29 mi
Distance
John M. Tobin Montessori School
Public • PK - 5
2.29 mi
Distance
Samuel W Mason Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
2.31 mi
Distance
James Condon Elementary School
Public • PK - 8
2.65 mi
Distance
Dr Martin Luther King Jr School
Public • PK - 5
2.78 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12 • Serves this home
0.93 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
1.71 mi
Distance
Community Charter School Of Cambridge
Public • 6 - 12
1.89 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.97 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.97 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12
2.13 mi
Distance
John D O'bryant School Of Mathematics & Science
Public • 7 - 12
2.19 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.19 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.78 mi
Distance
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School - Mission Hill
Public • 5 - 8
2.94 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.2 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
0.51 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.19 mi
Distance
Public • 10 - UG
2.29 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.49 mi
Distance
Cambridge Rindge And Latin School
Public • 9 - 12
2.78 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.78 mi
Distance
Edward M. Kennedy Academy For Health Careers
Public • 9 - 10
2.94 mi
Distance
City On A Hill Charter Public School
Public • 9 - 12
3.17 mi
Distance
Boston Collaborative High School
Public • 9 - 12
3.21 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
0.2 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
0.2 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
1.45 mi
Distance
Private • 10 - 12
1.45 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
1.57 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
2.04 mi
Distance
Private • 08 - UG
2.04 mi
Distance
Private • 05 - 12
2.33 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 10
2.94 mi
Distance
Julie's Family Learning Program
Private • UG - UG
3.21 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89 Third Street | 4 | 4 | Oct 07, 2025 | $2,975,000 |
| 21 Chestnut St | 4 | 7 | Nov 19, 2025 | $11,800,000 |
| 160 Mount Vernon Street | 5 | 7 | Oct 18, 2025 | $7,890,000 |
| 18 Eldora St | 4 | 2 | Oct 10, 2025 | $700,000 |
| 15 WIGGLESWORTH Street | 4 | 3 | Dec 03, 2025 | $1,187,000 |
| 40 GRAY Street | 3 | 3 | Dec 03, 2025 | $1,899,999 |
| 69 Hopedale St | 4 | 2 | Oct 21, 2025 | $999,999 |
| 157 Aspinwall | 5 | 5 | Nov 20, 2025 | $2,970,000 |
| 565 East Broadway | 3 | 4 | Nov 26, 2025 | $3,199,000 |
| 6 Stillman Place | 4 | 2 | Nov 15, 2025 | $1,550,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,935 | 708,499 | 828,750 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 35,567 | 14,677 | 14,251 | 95 |
| People per Household | 1.6 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 38.2 | 36.2 | 36.7 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $138,297 | $81,774 | $79,293 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $126,749 | $51,033 | $48,613 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 75 | 96 | 98 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 22.1°F | 22.1°F | 22.1°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 82.2°F | 82.2°F | 82.2°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.53" | 42.53" | 42.53" | 38" |
100/100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score ®
96/100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score ®
86/100
Very Bikeable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Daily errands do not require a car. World-class public transportation. Biking is convenient for most trips.Transit Summary
92 nearby routes: 81 bus, 11 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 78/100, Transit Score: 67/100, Bike Score: 74/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 233 Commonwealth Ave 5
Source: Realty.com
233 Commonwealth Ave 5, Boston, MA 02116 is a 878 sq. ft. condo listed for sale with 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. Realty.com has 25 photos of this condominium, listed at $900,000. View sales and tax history of condos, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 25 photos of 233 Commonwealth Ave 5.
Our records indicate that 233 Commonwealth Ave 5 was built in 1886.
The full address for this home is 233 Commonwealth Ave 5, Boston, MA 02116.
233 Commonwealth Ave 5 has been listed on Realty.com since Mon August 24, 2020
Daily errands do not require a car. World-class public transportation. Biking is convenient for most trips.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 78/100, Transit Score: 67/100, Bike Score: 74/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 233 Commonwealth Ave 5. Joseph J Hurley School (Grades: PK - 8), Quincy Upper School (Grades: 6 - 12), Snowden Int'l High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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