230 Commonwealth Ave

7,040 Sq. Ft.
$1,562 / Sq. Ft.
7,040
Sq. Ft.
$1,562
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Ideally positioned along the iconic Commonwealth Ave Mall, this picturesque 7-unit brownstone is appealing to investors & end-users alike. The building's unique layout presents opportunity for an owner occupant who wants the benefit of income producing units. The private elevator delivers you to the dramatic penthouse- 3 levels of living, complete with 3 beds, 3 baths, 3 kitchens & 3 outdoor spaces. The private roof deck affords glorious city views, a grill, and an outdoor kitchen. Appreciate stately...Ideally positioned along the iconic Commonwealth Ave Mall, this picturesque 7-unit brownstone is appealing to investors & end-users alike. The building's unique layout presents opportunity for an owner occupant who wants the benefit of income producing units. The private elevator delivers you to the dramatic penthouse- 3 levels of living, complete with 3 beds, 3 baths, 3 kitchens & 3 outdoor spaces. The private roof deck affords glorious city views, a grill, and an outdoor kitchen. Appreciate stately fireplaces, grand ceiling height, and ornate period details throughout the entirety of the building. Each unit offers its own element of original Back Bay charm. The basement level offers an office/gym space and common laundry room. Four off street parking are included. Central a/c in penthouse. Separate electrical meters. . Rent roll, o//e, unit descriptions attached
  1. Listed by The Annette Given Team • The Charles Realty

Property Details for 230 Commonwealth Avenue

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 04/16/2026 05:02 AM

Property Details for 230 Commonwealth Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #73484360
Days on Market66
Taxes$37,711 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti-family / 5-9 Family
Year Built1900
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The Charles Realty, The Annette Given Team
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Building Information for 230 Commonwealth Avenue

Stories7Residences7Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.06 AC / 2,490 SF

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$58,508 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$55,366

Property Taxes

$3,143

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 230 Commonwealth Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
  • Living Area: 7040.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 7
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Appraiser
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 11.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 11
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 11.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 11
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 8
  • Interior Features: Laundry Room, Office/Den
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof, Deck - Wood
  • View: City View(s)
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: pics are of owner's PH & samples of other units. Buyer to do own due diligence. See attachments for O/E and rent roll. Gross Revenue is 564k. 2025 expenses 100371 NEt revenue 463629
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:03253 S:000,4759420
  • Assessments: $3,256,600
  • Book: 99999
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: A
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 11
  • Total Living Levels: 7
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Granite, Other
  • Levels: 7
Income / Expenses
  • Annual Expenses Source: Owner
  • GOI: $564,000.00
  • GRE: $100,371
  • NOI: $463,629.00
  • Operating Expense: $100,371.00
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit 1 Description
  • Floor U1: 1
  • Lease U1: N
  • Levels U1: 2
Unit 2 Description
  • Floor U2: 1
  • Lease U2: Y
  • Levels U2: 2
Unit 3 Description
  • Floor U3: 3
  • Lease U3: Y
  • Levels U3: 1
Unit 4 Description
  • Floor U4: 3
  • Lease U4: Y
  • Levels U4: 1
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Total Actual Rent: $11,800.00

Property History for 230 Commonwealth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73484360

$10,995,000
Dec 31, 2011

Expired

MLS PIN #71305318

$5,400,000
Oct 25, 2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71305318

$5,400,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73484360

$10,995,000
12/31/2011

Expired

MLS PIN #71305318

$5,400,000
10/25/2011

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71305318

$5,400,000

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

Public Records for 230 Commonwealth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$938,800Additions$2,317,800Total$3,256,600
Tax Record2025$37,711 ($3,143 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt7,040 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,040 SqFtStories4Lot Size2,490 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1900Year Renovated2012ZoningACountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:03253 S:000

Schools near 230 Commonwealth Avenue

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public1 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Carter School
Public8 to 12

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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230 Commonwealth Avenue is a multi-family home for sale in Boston, MA 02116. This property was listed for sale on March 9, 2026 by The Charles Realty, it's currently listed at $10,995,000. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Mel H King Elementary, Snowden Int'L High School and Quincy Upper School. 230 Commonwealth Avenue is a 11-bed, 11-bath, 7,040 sqft multi-family home built in 1900.

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Listing Courtesy of The Charles Realty, The Annette Given Team

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