55 Commonwealth Ave

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Price
5
Beds
10,803 Sq. Ft.
— / Sq. Ft.
10,803
Sq. Ft.
—
per Sq. Ft.

Description

TOTALLY RENOVATED sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue single family home boasts almost 11,000 square feet of exquisite finishes and fixtures throughout. Residing in THE most sought-after Back Bay location on the 2nd block of Commonwealth Avenue, this trophy turn-key home showcases extraordinary views, grand ceiling height throughout all floors, and sensational natural sunlight. The chef’s kitchen, living room, family room, and dining room - all on the parlor level - extends magnificent entertaining...TOTALLY RENOVATED sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue single family home boasts almost 11,000 square feet of exquisite finishes and fixtures throughout. Residing in THE most sought-after Back Bay location on the 2nd block of Commonwealth Avenue, this trophy turn-key home showcases extraordinary views, grand ceiling height throughout all floors, and sensational natural sunlight. The chef’s kitchen, living room, family room, and dining room - all on the parlor level - extends magnificent entertaining space. Well-proportioned bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms throughout. With 3 spacious private outdoor decks, this remarkable townhouse provides everything a suburban home enjoys, coupled with the conveniences of city living. Skillfully crafted and fastidiously maintained, hosting top of the line elevator, mechanicals, and systems, this Boston home is truly one-of-a-kind.

Summary:
5+ bedrooms
5 full bathrooms; 2 half bathrooms
2 offices
Library
Media room
Gift-wrapping room
Gym, fitness studio, sauna
Catering kitchen
Multiple laundry rooms
Extensive storage
Wine room
9 fireplaces
2 garage parking; 1 outdoor parking
3 outdoor decks

Property Details for 55 Commonwealth Avenue

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston, MA-Boston-Back Bay
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

Amenities

  • Elevator
  • Laundry in Building
  • Private Parking
  • Garage
  • Gym
  • Yoga Studio
  • Private Terrace
  • Private Roof Deck
LISTING UPDATED: 02/27/2025 01:32 PM

Property Details for 55 Commonwealth Avenue

StatusComing Soon
Days on Market-
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS Type-
Year Built-
Lot Size-
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Property Information for 55 Commonwealth Avenue

Features
Interior Features
  • Num of Full Baths: 5
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5

Property History for 55 Commonwealth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #351794454

$14,000,000

+8.0% / yr

Oct 15, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100186753

$5,770,000

-1.2% / yr

Oct 15, 2001

Sold

MLS PIN #30474706

$5,770,000—
Sep 10, 2001

Contingent

MLS PIN #30474706

—
Jan 30, 2001

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30474706

$8,500,000—
Dec 1, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100076607

$5,900,000

+11.3% / yr

Sep 25, 1990

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100094553

$2,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #351794454

$14,000,000

+8.0% / yr

10/15/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100186753

$5,770,000

-1.2% / yr

10/15/2001

Sold

MLS PIN #30474706

$5,770,000
09/10/2001

Contingent

MLS PIN #30474706

—
01/30/2001

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #30474706

$8,500,000
12/01/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100076607

$5,900,000

+11.3% / yr

09/25/1990

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100094553

$2,200,000

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

Public Records for 55 Commonwealth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$23,160,500Additions$300Total$23,160,800
Home Facts
Lot Size55,144 SqFtStyleGovernmental / Public UseZoningECountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:02875 S:500

Schools near 55 Commonwealth Avenue

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

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55 Commonwealth Avenue is a single family home Coming Soon in Boston, MA 02116. 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. 55 Commonwealth Avenue is a 5-bed, 7-bath, 10,803 sqft single family home.

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