65 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 8B

Boston, MA 02116

$4,795,000
Price
3
Beds
2,366 Sq. Ft.
$2,027 / Sq. Ft.
2,366
Sq. Ft.
$2,027
per Sq. Ft.
a living room with furniture fireplace and a flat screen tv
a view of a dining room with furniture window and wooden floor
a view of a house with a tree
a couple of flower plants in front of yellow house
a view of a hallway with wooden floor
a bedroom with a bed and a painting on the wall
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a living room with furniture and a large window
a view of a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
a dining room with furniture and wooden floor
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances kitchen island granite countertop a stove a sink a refrigerator and white cabinets with wooden floor
a kitchen with cabinets and window
a view of a building next to a city view
a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
a view of a kitchen with an entryway
a view of walk in closet with clothes and shoes
a spacious bedroom with a bed and a flat screen tv
a bedroom with a white bed and a flat screen tv
a view of a dining room with furniture and a bedroom
a bathroom with a sink and a mirror
a spacious bathroom with a double vanity sink mirror and double
a view of a potted plant in a bathroom
a bedroom with furniture and a window
a view of a workspace with furniture and windows
a spacious bedroom with bed and window
a bathroom with a sink toilet and shower
a bathroom with a toilet a sink and tub
a bathroom with a sink toilet and shower
a view of walk in closet with clothes and shoes
a living room with a mirror and a table
a view of a city that has tall buildings
a city view with tall buildings
a view of a city with tall buildings
a city view with tall buildings
a view of a city with tall buildings
a picture of a floor plan

Description

A masterfully reimagined penthouse atop the corner of Comm Ave & Clarendon St. Spanning more than 2,300 sq ft on 1 sunlit level w/ 3 exposures, this residence offers an unrivaled blend of architectural heritage & contemporary sophistication. A grand foyer sets the stage, welcoming you to an expansive living/dining area featuring marble wood-burning fireplace, custom millwork, &sweeping Back Bay views. The designer chef’s kitchen is a true centerpiece, complete w/ top-of-the-line appliances, adjacent...A masterfully reimagined penthouse atop the corner of Comm Ave & Clarendon St. Spanning more than 2,300 sq ft on 1 sunlit level w/ 3 exposures, this residence offers an unrivaled blend of architectural heritage & contemporary sophistication. A grand foyer sets the stage, welcoming you to an expansive living/dining area featuring marble wood-burning fireplace, custom millwork, &sweeping Back Bay views. The designer chef’s kitchen is a true centerpiece, complete w/ top-of-the-line appliances, adjacent butler’s pantry, & statement picture window framing the city skyline. The thoughtfully designed living quarters comprises 4 versatile bedrooms & 3 baths allowing for a range of room functionality. A dramatic primary suite captivates w/ fireplace, walk-in dressing room, private study,& spa-inspired bath w/ radiant heated floors. Exquisite details include luxury wall coverings, tailored built-ins &refined finishes. Addt'l highlights include, an office, pvt storage, central a/c & on-site super
  1. Listed by The Annette Given Team • The Charles Realty

Property Details for 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Detached, Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse, Corner
LISTING UPDATED: 01/22/2026 12:10 PM

Property Details for 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B

StatusActive
MLS #73441546
Days on Market119
Taxes$35,318 / year
HOA Fees$1,909 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1925
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B

Building/Complex65 Commonwealth AveFloor8Stories1Residences15Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1925

Payment Calculator

$28,222 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$23,370

Property Taxes

$2,943

HOA Dues

$1,909

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 2366.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 15
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse, Corner
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Structure Type: Detached, Mid-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Common
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Rules & Regs, Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: taxes are without res exemption. Pubic record and master deed list as 3 bedroom. building is planning a lobby refurbishment in the near term - likely Q4. Roughly 4.5-6k for this unit. Super is avaiable M-F 8-5 24/7 off site maintenance
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:02892 S:036,3352985
  • Assessments: $3,049,900
  • Book: 60456
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: CD
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site, Resident Superintendent, Other (See Remarks)
  • Units Owner Occupied: 15
  • Owner Occupied Source: owner
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 8B
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 8.0

Property History for 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73441546

$4,795,000—
Nov 28, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72413956

$3,150,000—
Nov 21, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #635686426

$3,150,000

+6.5% / yr

Nov 5, 2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72413956

—
Nov 5, 2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72413956

—
Oct 22, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72413956

$2,484,000—
Apr 28, 1992

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100090481

$585,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73441546

$4,795,000
11/28/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72413956

$3,150,000
11/21/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #635686426

$3,150,000

+6.5% / yr

11/05/2018

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72413956

—
11/05/2018

Contingent

MLS PIN #72413956

—
10/22/2018

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72413956

$2,484,000
04/28/1992

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100090481

$585,000

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

Public Records for 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$3,049,900Total-
Tax Record2025$35,318 ($2,943 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,366 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,366 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,366 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1925Year Renovated2019ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:02892 S:036Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mel H King Elementary
Public - 2 to 12
Quincy Upper School
Public - 6 to 12
Snowden Int'L High School
Public - 9 to 12
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
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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More information about 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B, Boston, MA 02116

65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02116. This property was listed for sale on October 8, 2025 by The Charles Realty, it's currently listed at $4,795,000. It has been on the market for a total of 119 days and was last sold on November 28, 2018. 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. 65 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 8B is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,366 sqft condo built in 1925.

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