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Sold for $2,850,000 on 09/19/25
  • $2,850,000

    255 Commonwealth Ave APT 2, Boston, MA 02116

    3beds
    2,183sqft
    Condominium
    Built in 1901
    -- sqft lot
    $2,850,100 Zestimate®
    $1,306/sqft
    $8,293 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,850,100

    $2.65M - $3.05M

    $8,293/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    A rare blend of grandeur and comfort on one of Back Bay’s most iconic streets, this parlor duplex welcomes you with soaring ceilings, natural light & volume of space. Located on the highly coveted sunny side of Commonwealth Ave, this home features convenient city living with direct access parking, elevator and almost 2,200 square feet across only two levels. The expansive chef’s kitchen offers Thermadore ovens/fridg full size wine fridge, large center island with seating for 4 and is open to the sprawling living/dining ares with beautiful marble fireplace and oversized bay windows overlooking Comm Ave. Custom built-ins throughout allow for exceptional storage space. The serene king-sized primary suite features a spa-like en-suite bath w/double sink vanity, large tub and step-in shower. A walk-in closet and home office space make this the ultimate primary escape. Two additional bedrooms, bonus playroom/ office/ versatile space and a full bath complete this wonderful Back Bay offering!

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: September 22, 2025 at 07:55am

    Listed by:

    The Biega + Kilgore Team 617-504-7814,

    Compass 617-206-3333

    Bought with:

    Ashley Desmond

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73388023

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Yes
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Basement: None
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,183
    • Total interior livable area: 2,183 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,183

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Off Street, Tandem
    • Uncovered spaces: 1
    Details
    • Parcel number: 3346542
    • Zoning: RES

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Condo
    • Property subtype: Condominium
    Condition
    • Year built: 1901

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Boston

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • HOA fee: $1,363 monthly
    • Amenities included: Elevator(s)
    • Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/19/2025Sold$2,850,000-5%$1,306/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73388023
    9/8/2025Contingent$2,999,000$1,374/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73388023
    7/9/2025Price change$2,999,000-7.7%$1,374/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73388023
    6/9/2025Listed for sale$3,250,000+30%$1,489/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73388023
    3/12/2021Sold$2,500,000-9.1%$1,145/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72695629

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$31,134 +6.2%$2,688,600
    2024$29,306 +6.6%$2,688,600 +5%
    2023$27,501 +0.7%$2,560,600 +2%

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    Neighborhood: Back Bay

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