34 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 4

1,251 Sq. Ft.
$1,355 / Sq. Ft.
1,251
Sq. Ft.
$1,355
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The world at your fingertips in the very 1st block of magnificent & historic Commonwealth Avenue. Next door to the celebrated, superbly landscaped Public Garden, close to T & innumerable shops. Unusually spacious 1-level, 1.5-bedroom penthouse in a stately 19th-century brick mansion with gorgeous reception hall. Residence is full of light & beauty. High ceilings, multiple skylights, lovely views. Handsome & open kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, a wine cooler, hardwood cabinetry, delightfully...The world at your fingertips in the very 1st block of magnificent & historic Commonwealth Avenue. Next door to the celebrated, superbly landscaped Public Garden, close to T & innumerable shops. Unusually spacious 1-level, 1.5-bedroom penthouse in a stately 19th-century brick mansion with gorgeous reception hall. Residence is full of light & beauty. High ceilings, multiple skylights, lovely views. Handsome & open kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, a wine cooler, hardwood cabinetry, delightfully large bedroom with generous closets & a marble bath ensuite. Exposed-brick office is large enough for a guest bed. Half-bath for guests. Hardwood floors, central AC, cross-ventilation. An internal stairway leads to a spacious private roof deck with long vistas over the city. A rare full-size deeded parking space. 100% owner-occupied & beautifully maintained 4-unit residence. Close to the Theater District, restaurants, & several of Boston’s most beloved architectural treasures.

Listing Agents

  1. The Petrowsky Jones Group

    The Petrowsky Jones Group

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617)-240-0799

  2. John Petrowsky

    John Petrowsky

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617)-504-6330

  3. April Callahan

    April Callahan

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847)-971-7273

  4. Christian Jones

    Christian Jones

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617)-240-0799

  5. John Petrowsky

    John Petrowsky

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617)-504-6330

Property Details for 34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Townhouse, Mid-Rise, Brownstone
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Upper, Front, Back, Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 05/15/2026 12:21 PM

Property Details for 34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4

StatusActive
MLS #73498636
Days on Market55
Taxes$17,172 / year
HOA Fees$636 / month
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1875
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4

Building/Complex34 Commonwealth Avenue TrustFloor5Stories1Residences4Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1875

Payment Calculator

$10,513 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,446

Property Taxes

$1,431

HOA Dues

$636

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Property Information for 34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 1251.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 4
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Certified Historic
  • Year Converted: 1985
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Office
  • Interior Features: Intercom
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Entry Location: Upper,Front,Back
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed, City View(s)
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Deck, Deck - Roof
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Roof, Patio - Enclosed
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Townhouse, Mid-Rise, Brownstone
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Assigned, Deeded, Improved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Deeded, Improved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned, Deeded, Improved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Association Financial Statements
  • Documents Count: 5
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: No-smoking building. Pets allowed. Unit conveys with a full-size off-street parking space directly behind the building. Images include virtual staging.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:01211 S:008,4758894
  • Assessments: $1,482,900
  • Block: 01211
  • Book: 62600
  • Lot: 008
  • Map: 05
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Name: 34 Commonwealth Avenue Trust
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site, Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 4
  • Owner Occupied Source: Owner
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 4
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 5.0

Property History for 34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73498636

$1,695,000
Feb 26, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #664112612

$1,476,000

+3.7% / yr

Jun 27, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #242303959

$962,000

+4.2% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/08/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73498636

$1,695,000
02/26/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #664112612

$1,476,000

+3.7% / yr

06/27/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #242303959

$962,000

+4.2% / yr

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

Public Records for 34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,482,900Total-
Tax Record2025$17,172 ($1,431 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,251 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,251 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,251 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1875Year Renovated1984ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:01211 S:008Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 1 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Mel H King Elementary
Public1 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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34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02116. This property was listed for sale on April 8, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,695,000. It has been on the market for a total of 55 days and was last sold on February 26, 2020. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Josiah Quincy Elementary School, Quincy Upper School and Snowden Int'L High School. 34 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 4 is a 1-bed, 2-bath, 1,251 sqft condo built in 1875.

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