178 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116
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$2,100,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1272 SQFT
0.03 Acre
$560 HOA

Property Description

Welcome to 178 Comm. Ave. This beautifully bright, updated PH duplex, on one of Back Bay's most iconic streets, offers 2 bds 2 baths, a bonus loft, almost 1300 sq ft of interior living space and a 400 sq ft private roof deck. Included is one parking spot with the potential for a 2nd spot! Walk into an open concept main floor with ceilings over 14ft high and tons of natural light, fireplace, updated kitchen with new quartz countertop and mirrored backsplash, custom built-in bookcase/credenza in the living room, beautiful custom wardrobe & storage closet in the primary bedroom ensuite with 2nd fireplace, round out the 1st floor. Step up the open staircase to the 2nd floor where you'll find a bonus loft area that's perfect for an office, den or overnight guest with a built in bed and storage. The 2nd bedroom ensuite has ample storage. Enjoy in unit laundry and a/c throughout the unit. Lastly, step up to your private roof deck with over 400 sq ft of additional entertaining space.

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Amenities

  • Association Fee Includes: Gas, Heat, Hot Water, Master Insurance, Sewer, Water

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Washer Hookup

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 4

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas, Hot Air Gravity, Hot Water Baseboard
  • Cooling: Wall AC
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Dryer, for Electric Oven, for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit Features

  • Square Feet: 1272
  • Unit Building: 8
  • Unit Level: 4
  • Interior Features: Intercom, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Floors: 2
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Condo Complex Information

  • Condo Type: Condo
  • Complex Complete: U
  • Number of Units: 4
  • Elevator: No
  • Condo Association: U
  • HOA Fee: $560
  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Construction

  • Year Built: 1879
  • Style: Brownstone, Gambrel /Dutch
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Deeded
  • Parking Features: Deeded, Open, Other (See Remarks)
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Exterior & Grounds

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Pool: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73392255
  • Last Updated: 06/17/25
  • Documents on File: 21E Certificate, Building Permit, Floor Plans, Investment Analysis, Legal Description, Management Association Bylaws, Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Septic Design, Site Plan, Soil Survey, Subdivision Approval

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
06/17/2025New$2,100,000$1,651MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Chris Perez, Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: 2.5
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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