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$1,195,000

50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 Boston, MA 02116

1 bed
1 full
860 sqft
$1,390 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505

Steps from the Public Garden and Commonwealth Avenue Mall, this gracious oversized one bedroom offers the living space of many two bedrooms in a prime Back Bay location! 50 Commonwealth Avenue is a sought-after address...a New York style elevator building with stunning common roof deck and resident superintendent. Southern exposure provides wonderful light and views of the historic Tiffany stained glass windows at the Church of the Covenant at the corner of Newbury and Berkeley Streets. Living room easily accommodates living room seating as well as a formal dining room area. Kitchen with gas cooking and breakfast area with space for bistro table in front of window. Hardwood floors and handsome detail throughout. Bedroom will easily accommodate a king-size bed...a rarity in city bedrooms. Common laundry room and bike storage. BUILDING REGULATIONS PROHIBIT TENANTS FROM HAVING PETS.

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingHot Water
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size860 sqft
Year built1900
MLS #73406649

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $1,195,000
  • Price/SqFt: $1,389
  • HOA Amount: $627 Monthly
  • Directions: Corner of Commonwealth and Berkeley
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 860 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 73406649
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Brewster & Berkowitz R. E.
  • Office Phone: (617) 367-0505
  • Listing Agent: Betsey Barrett

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Nearby schools

6

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

885 Washington St

3

Blackstone Innovation School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

380 Shawmut Ave

5

Kennedy-Longfellow

Public District PK-5

1.3 mi

158 Spring St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $99,855. Typical income of Boston, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is masters degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

4%
<35k
46%
35k-100k
20%
100k-200k
30%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

66%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
25%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
1%
12-17 yrs old
34%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505

The listing price of 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 property is $1,195,000.

The property 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 is a condo located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02116.

Active Listing: 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 are: Josiah Quincy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Blackstone Innovation School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kennedy-Longfellow (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Eliot K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), James Condon K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Snowden International School At Copley (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Boston Adult Technical Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Quincy Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

The property at 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

The property 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 is 860 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 is 1900.

This home is located at 50 Commonwealth Ave Unit 505 in Boston, MA and zip code 02116 in the Commonwealth Ave. neighborhood. This 860 square foot home was built in 1900. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,195,000.

While more than 166 listings in Boston, MA in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 53 listings sold at asking price, and more than 220 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Boston, MA increased by 4.6% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 36 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $842,218 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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