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290 Commonwealth Ave 8, Boston, MA 02115

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- Beds
1 Bath
175 Sq Ft

Charming condo in a beautiful Back Bay brownstone on Commonwealth Ave near Gloucester Street. Just one flight up a wide staircase (or take the elevator) from an elegant lobby with a chandelier leads to Unit 8. This compact home features over 10 ft ceilings, wood floors, a renovated bathroom with marble tiles and a large shower, and a kitchenette with a 4-burner gas range, sink, and refrigerator. Ideal for a first-time homebuyer, student, or someone seeking a pied--terre in the best location in the city. Directly across from Commonwealth Mall and steps from Newbury Street shops and restaurants. Prudential Center, Boston Public Garden, and the MBTA are close by. Unit is being sold fully furnished and is move-in ready. Own a piece of Back Bay.

Listing By: mamlspin Realty.com
  • MLS# 73275216
  • Date Listed08/08/2024
  • Bedrooms -
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0 acres (175 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Condominium
  • County Suffolk
  • Year Built 1900
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 175 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $2428.57

Interior Features

  • Appliances Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Wood, Tile
  • Cooling Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Central, Hot Water

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Rubber
  • Lot Size Acres 0.00
  • Lot Size SQFT 175.00
  • Lot Features -

Directions

Near the Corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Gloucester Street

Financial Considerations

  • HOA Fee $166 Monthly
  • Tax Amount $3,774
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Joseph J Hurley School

Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home

1.03 mi

Distance

William Blackstone Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

1.46 mi

Distance

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

Public • PK - 8

2 mi

Distance

King Open

Public • PK - 5

2.07 mi

Distance

Morse School

Public • PK - 5

2.13 mi

Distance

Samuel W Mason Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.25 mi

Distance

Fletcher/maynard Academy

Public • PK - 5

2.33 mi

Distance

John M. Tobin Montessori School

Public • PK - 5

2.33 mi

Distance

Elc - West Zone

Public • PK - 1

2.71 mi

Distance

The Lynch Center

Public • PK - PK

2.71 mi

Distance

Quincy Upper School

Public • 6 - 12 • Serves this home

1.1 mi

Distance

Boston Latin School

Public • 7 - 12

1.48 mi

Distance

Dearborn Stem Academy

Public • 6 - 12

2 mi

Distance

John D O'bryant School Of Mathematics & Science

Public • 7 - 12

2.01 mi

Distance

James P Timilty Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

2.01 mi

Distance

Community Charter School Of Cambridge

Public • 6 - 12

2.07 mi

Distance

Vassal Lane Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

2.07 mi

Distance

Cambridge Street Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

2.07 mi

Distance

Roxbury Preparatory Charter School - Mission Hill

Public • 5 - 8

2.71 mi

Distance

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

2.76 mi

Distance

Snowden Int'l High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

0.32 mi

Distance

Boston Arts Academy

Public • 9 - 12

0.34 mi

Distance

Madison Park High

Public • 9 - 12

2.01 mi

Distance

Fenway High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.27 mi

Distance

Jas Youthbuild

Public • 10 - UG

2.33 mi

Distance

Match Charter Public School

Public • 9 - 12

2.6 mi

Distance

Edward M. Kennedy Academy For Health Careers

Public • 9 - 10

2.71 mi

Distance

Cambridge Rindge And Latin School

Public • 9 - 12

2.76 mi

Distance

City On A Hill Charter Public School

Public • 9 - 12

2.99 mi

Distance

Community Academy

Public • 9 - 12

3.17 mi

Distance

The Newman School

Private • 07 - 12

0.32 mi

Distance

Commonwealth School

Private • 09 - 12

0.32 mi

Distance

Cathedral High School

Private • 07 - 12

1.46 mi

Distance

Dr Solomon Carter Fuller

Private • 10 - 12

1.46 mi

Distance

James F Farr Academy

Private • 07 - 12

1.53 mi

Distance

Boston University Academy

Private • 09 - 12

1.86 mi

Distance

Ivy Street School

Private • 08 - UG

1.86 mi

Distance

The Winsor

Private • 05 - 12

2.1 mi

Distance

Manville School

Private • KG - 10

2.71 mi

Distance

Julie's Family Learning Program

Private • UG - UG

3.25 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in MA / 02115

Source: Walkscore

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.

Points of Interest near 290 Commonwealth Ave 8, Boston, MA 02115

Frequently Asked Questions for 290 Commonwealth Ave 8

Source: Realty.com

290 Commonwealth Ave 8, Boston, MA 02115 is a 175 sq. ft. condo listed for sale with - bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. Realty.com has 32 photos of this condominium, listed at $425,000. View sales and tax history of condos, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 32 photos of 290 Commonwealth Ave 8.

Our records indicate that 290 Commonwealth Ave 8 was built in 1900.

The full address for this home is 290 Commonwealth Ave 8, Boston, MA 02115.

290 Commonwealth Ave 8 has been listed on Realty.com since Thu August 08, 2024

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 290 Commonwealth Ave 8. Joseph J Hurley School (Grades: PK - 8), Quincy Upper School (Grades: 6 - 12), Snowden Int'l High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Engel & Volkers Boston (tel: 617-936-4194)
Listing agent: Jayne Kramer (tel: 617-266-6006) (#CN225045)

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