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178 Commonwealth Ave , Ph

Boston, MA 02116
  • $1,800,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • MLS #: 73545292
New
$1,800,000
  • 2
    BEDS
  • N/A
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 1,239
    SQFT
  • $1,453
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Condo
Built:
1884
County:
Area:

School Ratings & Info

Listing courtesy of Davant Scarborough of Compass.

Description

Historic Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space in rear of building. This duplex home that overlooks the Commonwealth Mall is located in a Romanesque style brownstone which has two bedrooms, two full spa like marble bathrooms, and an elegant front facing living and dining room with original detail fireplace, bay windows, and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. Modern amenities include recessed lighting, a wet bar, gas lines installed throughout the building, central A/C with newer compressor, and updated elegant common spaces all in a professionally managed association. A full staircase leading to roof deck offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.

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178 Commonwealth Ave , Ph Boston, MA 02116

  • Price: $1,800,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: Days
  • MLS #: 73545292
2
Beds
2
Baths
0
½ Baths
N/A
Acres
1,239
SQFT
$1,453
$/SQFT
1884
Built
Neighborhood:
Back Bay
County:
Suffolk
Area:
Back Bay
Property Description
Historic Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space in rear of building. This duplex home that overlooks the Commonwealth Mall is located in a Romanesque style brownstone which has two bedrooms, two full spa like marble bathrooms, and an elegant front facing living and dining room with original detail fireplace, bay windows, and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. Modern amenities include recessed lighting, a wet bar, gas lines installed throughout the building, central A/C with newer compressor, and updated elegant common spaces all in a professionally managed association. A full staircase leading to roof deck offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.
Exterior Features

Construction Materials Brick Covered Spaces 0 Entry Level 4 Exterior Features DeckBalconyCity View(s) Garage YN No Parking Total 1 Patio And Porch Features Deck Roof Rubber Spa YN No Structure Type Brownstone View City View YN Yes Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Appliances RangeDishwasherMicrowaveWine RefrigeratorRange Hood Basement N Building Area Total 1239 Common Walls No One Above Cooling Central Air Cooling YN Yes Door Features French Doors Fireplace YN Yes Fireplaces Total 1 Flooring WoodTile Heat Zones 2 Heating Radiant Heating YN Yes Interior Features Wet Bar Kitchen Features Countertops - Stone/Granite/SolidStainless Steel AppliancesWine Chiller Lead Paint Unknown Rooms Total 5

Property Features

Association Amenities Hot Water Association Fee 700.38 Association Fee Includes HeatInsuranceMaintenance StructureSnow Removal Community Features Public TransportationHouse of Worship Complex Complete Yes Home Warranty YN No Management Professional - Off Site Pets Allowed Yes Property Sub Type Condominium Senior Community YN No Sewer Public Sewer Tax Annual Amount 16180 Tax Year 2026 Unit Building PH Utilities for Gas Rangefor Electric Range Water Source Public Year Built Details Approximate Zoning 0

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The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein. Data last updated 2026-07-12T00:04:04.16.
 
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