#73221025, Paul Gleason, Listing Office: Fairfield Realty
$11,900,000 List price
269 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02116
8 beds
10 full
8,508 sqft
0.07 acres
$1,399 / sqft
Multi-Family
Property details
About 269 Commonwealth Ave
Introducing 269 Commonwealth Avenue, ideally located on the sunny side of the Commonwealth Avenue Mall with Newbury Street and Back Bay’s finest shops and restaurants at its doorstep. Available for the first time in over sixty years, this magnificent residence offers 8,500 square feet of living space across five floors with an exceptionally wide floor plate. The property retains several original architectural details that have not been compromised, making for a unique and historic townhome in one of Boston’s most desirable neighborhoods. Outstanding features include cathedral ceiling heights, intricate millwork, elegant fireplaces, and beautiful, oversized windows with stained-glass panels. The building is currently configured as 8 apartments with 3 full outdoor parking spaces. This storied home presents an exceedingly unique opportunity for a trophy single-family residence, luxury condo conversion, or investment property in the heart of Back Bay.
Highlights
Home typeMulti Family
StatusActive
Size8,508 sqft
Lot size0.07 Acres
Year built1881
MLS #73290948
ViewCity
Summary
- MLS Number: 73290948
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
- Office Phone: (617) 236-0711
- Listing Agent: Tracy Campion
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,650,100 | $28,886 |
| 2023 | $2,711,900 | $29,126 |
| 2022 | $2,598,600 | $28,273 |
| 2021 | $2,638,300 | $28,151 |
| 2020 | $2,598,300 | $27,438 |
| 2019 | $2,529,000 | $26,656 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Blackstone Innovation School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•380 Shawmut Ave
6
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•885 Washington St
6
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•225 Windsor St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,182. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
33%
<35k
25%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
16%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
80%
Single, No Kids
0%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
3%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
69%
18-34 yrs old
22%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Hiking/backpacking
Art Museums
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Audi
Mercedes
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Alternative
News
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This home is located at 269 Commonwealth Ave in Boston, MA and zip code 02116 in the Commonwealth Ave. neighborhood. This 8,508 square foot home, which was built in 1881, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $11,900,000.
In March 2025 more than 99 listings in Boston, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 51 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 134 were sold below. The number of listings in Boston, MA increased by 29.2% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 42 days, the median list price was $835,709.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.