160 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 513

$1,230,000
Price
1
Bed
972 Sq. Ft.
$1,265 / Sq. Ft.
972
Sq. Ft.
$1,265
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The Magnificent Vendome! A landmark white-façade condominium building on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston’s Back Bay, originally built as the grand Hotel Vendome and now home to luxury residences. This exceptional front-facing home with soaring ceilings offers tree-top views of the Commonwealth Avenue Mall from every window with a bright, open floor plan featuring a custom kitchen with granite countertops, European-style cabinetry, Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances, and seamless flow to the dining and living...The Magnificent Vendome! A landmark white-façade condominium building on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston’s Back Bay, originally built as the grand Hotel Vendome and now home to luxury residences. This exceptional front-facing home with soaring ceilings offers tree-top views of the Commonwealth Avenue Mall from every window with a bright, open floor plan featuring a custom kitchen with granite countertops, European-style cabinetry, Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances, and seamless flow to the dining and living areas. The king-size bedroom includes a huge walk-in closet plus additional custom storage, while the spa-like bath features a walk-in shower with rain shower head. Colored walls and furniture shown in photos are from the previous resident; the residence is currently painted white. The Vendome offers central air, 24-hour concierge, two elevators, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Pet friendly for owners, non-smoking, easy to show by appointment.
  1. Listed by Timothy Linnane • Linnane Real Estate

Property Details for 160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Upper, Middle
LISTING UPDATED: 12/07/2025 11:16 AM

Property Details for 160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513

StatusActive
MLS #73421807
Days on Market120
Taxes$11,690 / year
HOA Fees$953 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1881
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Linnane Real Estate, Timothy Linnane
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Building Information for 160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513

Building/ComplexThe VendomeFloor5Stories-Residences110Pet PolicyNot AllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1881

Payment Calculator

$8,005 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,078

Property Taxes

$974

HOA Dues

$953

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Property Information for 160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Laundry, Elevator(s)
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 972.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 110
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Middle
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate
  • Interior Features: Wired for Surround Sound, Elevator
  • Interior Features: Wired for Surround Sound, Elevator
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: Upper
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws
  • Documents Count: 3
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: The Vendome is a no smoking building. Association charges a $300 move in fee and $300 move out fee. No Moves On Weekends. Lease in place until January 31,2026 at $3,900 monthly. Seller does not have residential exemption.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:01383 S:198,3359267
  • Assessments: $1,009,500
  • Book: 45588
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning
  • Management: Professional - On Site
  • Association Security: TV Monitor, Concierge
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 513
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 5.0

Property History for 160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73421807

$1,230,000—
Oct 13, 2020

Canceled

MLS PIN #72678655

$1,089,000—
Jun 23, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72678655

$1,100,000—
Oct 8, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #277103258

$645,000

-1.1% / yr

Oct 8, 2009

Sold

MLS PIN #70969273

$645,000—
Sep 17, 2009

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70969273

—
Sep 17, 2009

Contingent

MLS PIN #70969273

—
Sep 2, 2009

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70969273

$699,000—
Mar 15, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #192749623

$670,000

+6.5% / yr

Mar 15, 2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70314493

$670,000—
Jan 27, 2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70314493

—
Jan 27, 2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70314493

—
Jan 12, 2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70314493

$709,000—
Jun 27, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #127128852

$565,000

+23.7% / yr

Jun 27, 2003

Sold

MLS PIN #30624438

$565,000—
Apr 29, 2003

Contingent

MLS PIN #30624438

—
Jul 10, 2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30624438

$615,000—
Nov 2, 1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100079094

$210,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73421807

$1,230,000
10/13/2020

Canceled

MLS PIN #72678655

$1,089,000
06/23/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72678655

$1,100,000
10/08/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #277103258

$645,000

-1.1% / yr

10/08/2009

Sold

MLS PIN #70969273

$645,000
09/17/2009

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70969273

—
09/17/2009

Contingent

MLS PIN #70969273

—
09/02/2009

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70969273

$699,000
03/15/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #192749623

$670,000

+6.5% / yr

03/15/2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70314493

$670,000
01/27/2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70314493

—
01/27/2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70314493

—
01/12/2006

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70314493

$709,000
06/27/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #127128852

$565,000

+23.7% / yr

06/27/2003

Sold

MLS PIN #30624438

$565,000
04/29/2003

Contingent

MLS PIN #30624438

—
07/10/2002

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30624438

$615,000
11/02/1998

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100079094

$210,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,009,500Total-
Tax Record2025$11,690 ($974 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt972 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt972 SqFtStories1Lot Size972 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1881Year Renovated1998ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:01383 S:198

Schools near 160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 2 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public2 to 12

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02116. This property was listed for sale on August 25, 2025 by Linnane Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,230,000. It has been on the market for a total of 120 days and was last sold on October 8, 2009. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mel H King Elementary, Quincy Upper School and Snowden Int'L High School. 160 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 513 is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 972 sqft condo built in 1881.

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Listing Courtesy of Linnane Real Estate, Timothy Linnane

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