178 Commonwealth, Boston, MA 02116
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$1,800,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1239 SQFT
Acres: N/A
$700 HOA

Property Description

Historic Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space able to accommodate a large SUV easily. This duplex home that overlooks the Commonwealth Mall is located in a Romanesque style brownstone which has two bedrooms, two full spa like marble bathrooms, and an elegant front facing living and dining room with original detail fireplace, bay windows, and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. Modern amenities include recessed lighting, a wet bar, new gas lines installed throughout the building, central A/C with newer compressor, and updated elegant common spaces all in a professionally managed association. A full staircase leading to roof deck offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.

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Amenities

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station, University
  • Association Fee Includes: Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Master Insurance, Reserve Funds, Sewer, Water

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 7

Utilities

  • Heating: Steam
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Unit Features

  • Square Feet: 1239
  • Unit Building: PH
  • Unit Level: 4
  • Floors: 2
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Condo Complex Information

  • Condo Type: Condo
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Number of Units: 5
  • Number of Units Owner Occupied: 5
  • Elevator: No
  • Condo Association: U
  • HOA Fee: $700
  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Construction

  • Year Built: 1884
  • Style: Duplex
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Exterior & Grounds

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Pool: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73425370
  • Last Updated: 09/07/25
  • Documents on File: Floor Plans, Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Unit Deed

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
09/07/2025Active$1,800,000$1,453MLSPIN
09/03/2025New$1,800,000$1,453MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Davant Scarborough, Compass
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Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
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