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263 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

$799,000

Estimated $5,726/month Calculator

Condo

1 Bedrooms

Baths

664

Total Parking: 0

Built in 1880

Beautiful 1-bedroom penthouse in ideal Back Bay location with PRIVATE roof deck boasting incredible panoramic views of Boston's Back Bay, the Charles River, State house and uninterrupted views of the 4th of July fireworks. Located on Commonwealth between Fairfield and Gloucester St, this unit features an open kitchen and living room with high ceilings throughout. Renovated bathroom with new tub and tile surround. The updated kitchen has white, solid wood cabinets, black granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The hardwood floors have been refinished with a gorgeous dark wood stain. The living room and bedroom include tall built-in bookcases and a large walk-in closet. There is an in-unit washer/dryer combo as well as shared laundry in the basement. Private storage closet, common storage and bike storage in the basement. This unit is on the 5th floor of a walk-up, there is no elevator, the views are worth the walk!

This home has been viewed 2 times

Last Checked: May 3rd, 2026 at 7:14am (Source: MLS PIN #73509598)

Air Conditioning

Waterview

Association Pool

Lead Paint Free

General Information for 263 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Listing ID73509598

Property TypeCondominium

Price799000 ($1203.31/SqFt)

Building Style2/3 Family

CityBoston

CountySuffolk

Neighborhood(s)

Total Parking0

Unit Level6

Levels in Unit1

Year Built1880

Year Built SourcePublic Records

Year Built DetailsApproximate

Building Construction StatusReady for Occupancy

ZoningCD

Unit Features for 263 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Approximate Living Area Total664

Living Area Includes BasementNo

Rooms3

Bedrooms1

Primary En Suite BathroomYes

BasementFull

Cooling1, Split

Laundry

Fireplaces

Outdoor SpaceNo

FlooringTile

Electric

AppliancesRange

Condo Association Features for 263 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Pet PolicyNot Allowed

Building ManagementDeveloper Advisory Board

Building Construction StatusReady for Occupancy

Number of Units8

Units Owner Occupied5

Year Built1880

Year Built DetailsApproximate

Year Built SourcePublic Records

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Parking Features1

Building AmenitiesBeach Rights

Disclosures for 263 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Lead PaintNone

UFFI

Living Area Includes BasementNo

Living Area Disclosure

Building Area SourcePublic Records

Special Listing Conditions

ExclusionsAll Personal Property.

Owner Occupancy SourceOwner

Compensation Based On

Documents Available

Financial Information for 263 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Association Fee

Optional Fee0

Association Fee IncludesLandscaping

Optional Fee Includes

Association Fee FrequencyMonthly

Assessed Value$831,400

Real Estate Tax9628

Tax Year2025

Location Information for 263 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Neighborhood(s)

Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails

Contact Information for 263 Commonwealth Ave # 8, Boston MA 02116

Agent

Name: The Walsh Team & Partners

Office

Name: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Phone: 781-235-5000

Team Members

Payment Calculator

, Interest

Property Taxes 802.33

Principal & Interest 4923.18

HOA Dues

Term

Interest

Home Price

Down Payment

Exclusive Listing Agent

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

The Walsh Team & Partners

Agent Phone

Office Phone

(781) 235-5000

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