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56 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH

Boston, MA 02116

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Start: 2025-06-14T13:30:00
End: 2025-06-14T15:00:00
Location: 56 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH

2 beds
2 baths
1,044 sqft
1,000 sqft lot
$2,677 per sqft
1850 build
– on site

Experience the extraordinary in this breathtaking penthouse offering over 900 sq ft of unrivaled private outdoor space. Perfectly positioned on the coveted 2nd block of Commonwealth Ave, this floor-through gem features a tranquil front deck overlooking the Comm Ave Mall and a rear deck with captivating views of the Church of the Covenant. Fully renovated and impeccably maintained, the home boasts hardwood floors throughout, a marble-clad kitchen with premium appliances, and a light-drenched living room with crown molding and seamless indoor-outdoor flow for effortless entertaining. The primary suite offers double closets and a spa-like marble bath with radiant heat and towel warmer. A second bedroom includes a built-in desk, walk-in closet, and deck access. The second bath, w/ plumbing in place for a full conversion, adds flexibility. With elevator access to floor 6, central air, automatic irrigation and two parking spaces, this spectacular residence is the pinnacle of Back Bay living.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Elizabeth Crowley / William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 10, 2025 •

MLS# 73385390 —

The Building

Year Built:

1850
Year Built Details:

Actual
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Building Name:

56 And 60 Commonwealth Condominium Trust
Structure Type:

Mid-Rise
Entry Level:

7
Roof:

Rubber
Basement:

N
Exterior Features:

Deck
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Security Features:

Intercom
Unit Number:

PH
Stories Total:

1
Stories:

1
# of Units Total:

30
Building Area Total:

1044
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Measured

Interior

Rooms Total:

4
Living Room Level:

First
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Features:

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring:

Hardwood
Fireplace:

false
Laundry Features:

First Floor

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1044
Living Area Source:

Measured

Location

Directions:

Between Berkeley and Clarendon
Latitude:

42.352477
Longitude:

-71.074233

The Property

Parcel Number:

W:05 P:01276 S:046,3358693
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Condominium
Property Attached:

true
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.02
Lot Size SqFt:

1000
Lot Size Acres:

0.02
Zoning:

CD
View:

City
View:

true
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Book Number:

59804
Tax Annual Amount:

25072
Tax Assessed Value:

2165100

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Master Bedroom Level:

First
Master Bedroom Features:

Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
Bedroom 2 Level:

First
Bedroom 2 Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Slider, Crown Molding

Baths

Total Baths:

1.5
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 2 Level:

First
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Half, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Hot Water
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Electric Oven
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Pets Allowed:

Yes w/ Restrictions
Association Amenities:

Hot Water
Association Fee:

1116
Association Fee Includes:

Heat
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Tandem

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$2,795,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$14,966
Taxes	$2,089
Insurance	$768
HOA fees	$1,116
Utilities	$213 See report
Total	$19,152/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/4/25 Jun 4, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$2,795,000	121.8% (8.9% / YR)
10/5/11 Oct 5, 2011		MLSPIN	$1,260,000

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This condo located in Fenway - Kenmore, Boston, MA 02116 is currently for sale for $2,795,000. 56 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH is a 1,044 square foot condo with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 11 days. 56 Commonwealth Ave Unit PH is in the Fenway - Kenmore neighborhood of Boston and has a WalkScore® of 98, making it a walker’s paradise.

Listing Courtesy of: MLSPIN and William Raveis R.E. & Home Services.

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