255 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116
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$3,250,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
2183 SQFT
Acres: N/A
$1,363 HOA

Property Description

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 and 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 gas cooking, 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 with 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.

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Amenities

  • Association Fee Includes: Elevator, Master Insurance, Sewer, Water

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths 1
  • Master Bath: 1

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 5

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit Features

  • Square Feet: 2183
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Level: 2
  • Floors: 2
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Condo Complex Information

  • Condo Type: Condo
  • Complex Complete: U
  • Number of Units: 6
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Condo Association: U
  • HOA Fee: $1,363

Construction

  • Year Built: 1901
  • Style: Brownstone, Gambrel /Dutch
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: 1-10 Spaces, Detached, Off-Street, Tandem
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Exterior & Grounds

  • Pool: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73388023
  • Last Updated: 06/13/25

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
06/13/2025Active$3,250,000$1,489MLSPIN
06/09/2025New$3,250,000$1,489MLSPIN
03/13/2021Sold$2,500,000$1,145MLSPIN
01/20/2021Under Agreement$2,750,000$1,260MLSPIN
01/11/2021Contingent$2,750,000$1,260MLSPIN
07/21/2020Active$2,899,000$1,328MLSPIN
07/21/2020Active$2,750,000$1,260MLSPIN
12/12/2015Sold$2,695,000$1,235MLSPIN
11/30/2015Under Agreement$2,695,000$1,235MLSPIN
11/16/2015Contingent$2,695,000$1,235MLSPIN
10/14/2015Extended$2,695,000$1,235MLSPIN
06/10/2015Active$2,750,000$1,260MLSPIN
06/10/2015Active$2,850,000$1,306MLSPIN
06/10/2015Active$2,899,000$1,328MLSPIN
06/10/2015Active$2,695,000$1,235MLSPIN
06/10/2015Active$2,775,000$1,271MLSPIN
11/07/2014Sold$1,835,000$876MLSPIN
06/07/2014Under Agreement$1,850,000$883MLSPIN
05/29/2014Active$1,850,000$883MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: The Biega + Kilgore Team, Compass
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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