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34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

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34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

$1,650,000

Estimated $11,598/month Calculator

Condo

1 Bedrooms

Baths

1251

Total Parking: 1

Built in 1875 / Last Renovated 1985

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.

This home has been viewed 7 times

Last Checked: June 30th, 2026 at 5:03am (Source: MLS PIN #73498636)

Air Conditioning

Waterview

Lead Paint Free

General Information for 34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Listing ID73498636

Property TypeCondominium

Price1650000 ($1318.94/SqFt)

Building Style2/3 Family

CityBoston

CountySuffolk

MLS AreaBack Bay

Neighborhood(s)

Total Parking1

Unit Level5

Levels in Unit1

Year Built1875

Year Built SourcePublic Records

Year Renovated1985

Year Built DetailsActual,Certified Historic

Building Construction StatusReady for Occupancy

ZoningCD

Unit Features for 34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Approximate Living Area Total1251

Living Area Includes BasementNo

Rooms4

Bedrooms1

Primary En Suite BathroomYes

BasementFull

Cooling1, Split

LaundryArchway

Fireplaces

Outdoor SpaceNo

FlooringTile

Electric220 Volts

AppliancesRange

Condo Association Features for 34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Complex Name34 Commonwealth Avenue Trust

Pet PolicyNot Allowed

Building ManagementDeveloper Advisory Board

Building Construction StatusReady for Occupancy

Number of Units4

Units Owner Occupied4

Year Built1875

Year Built DetailsActual,Certified Historic

Year Built SourcePublic Records

Unit Last Renovated1985

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Parking Features1

Building AmenitiesBeach Rights

Disclosures for 34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Lead PaintNone

UFFINo

Living Area Includes BasementNo

Living Area Disclosure

Building Area SourceMeasured

Special Listing Conditions

ExclusionsBasement Projector

Owner Occupancy SourceOwner

Compensation Based On

Documents AvailablePerc Test

Financial Information for 34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Association Fee

Optional Fee0

Association Fee IncludesLandscaping

Optional Fee Includes

Association Fee FrequencyMonthly

Assessed Value$1,482,900

Real Estate Tax17172

Tax Year2025

Location Information for 34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Neighborhood(s)

MLS AreaBack Bay

Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails

Contact Information for 34 Commonwealth Ave # 4, Boston MA 02116

Agent

Name: The Petrowsky Jones Group

Office

Name: Compass

Phone: 617-303-0067

Team Members

Name: April Callahan

Name: Christian Jones

Payment Calculator

, Interest

Property Taxes 1431

Principal & Interest 10166.78

HOA Dues

Term

Interest

Home Price

Down Payment

Exclusive Listing Agent

Compass

The Petrowsky Jones Group

Agent Phone

Office Phone

(617) 303-0067

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