169 Commonwealth Ave. #5, Boston, MA 02116

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169 Commonwealth Ave. #5,Boston, MA 02116
$2,200,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,938 sq. ft.
  • Condominium
  • Active
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    11:30 am - 01:00 pm
  • Fri, Oct 10
    04:30 pm - 06:00 pm
Listed by:monalisa team
Office:compass
MLS#:73440342
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$2,200,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,135.19
  • Monthly HOA dues:$1,715

About this home

Above the Commonwealth Avenue tree canopy is a rare opportunity to craft your dream penthouse residence. Served by elevator, this home encompasses the building’s complete top level; presently the unit consists of two kitchens and two bedrooms, providing suitable accommodation for caretaker or guests. The home’s impressive scale offers exceptional potential for renovation into a single elegant residence, custom tailored to your unique design. Southern exposure sunlight, through 16-panel windows & peaked skylights, showcases the generous rooms & architectural features of the interior. Exclusive rights to the expansive roof with internal direct access via stairs & full door. The potential addition of a roofdeck terrace would enjoy sweeping views of the legendary Comm Ave. magnolias & Esplanade fireworks. Enjoy simple proximity to the Theater District, the Public Garden, boutiques, private social clubs & restaurants of the Back Bay. 1 car parking, convenient to interstates, MBTA/Amtrak.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1870
  • Listing ID #:73440342
  • Updated:October 07, 2025 at 04:50 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Living area:1,938 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating:Heat Pump, Hot Water

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Rubber
  • Year built:1870
  • Building area:1,938 sq. ft.

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,200,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,135.19
  • Tax amount:$19,629 (2025)
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