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Home Massachusetts Boston Back Bay Multi-Family Homes for Sale

181 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02116

292 Days on Boston Pads
Price Reduced $4,600,000
14 Photos
$14,900,000
17 Unit
0 Beds
13 Baths
12171 SQFT
0.07 Acre
181 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02116

Property Description

FIVE FLOORS OF FABULOUS POTENTIAL IN PRESTIGE COMMONWEALTH AVE BOSTON LOCATION. One-of-a-kind opportunity to bring back the glory of this extra-wide, 12,500+ SF sunny-side Commonwealth Ave sleeping beauty. Overlooking the magnolias and the Comm Ave Mall. It's a dream come true for the discriminating owner or developer. Imagine a unique private family home or take advantage of six levels to create gorgeous, spacious condominiums topped by a duplex penthouse extraordinaire with roof deck and views all the way to Kenmore Square. Built in 1878 and home to various Boston Brahmins for many years before becoming student housing, the building has not been available for sale for more than 55 years. It is now offered as one of the last brownstones on Commonwealth Ave that still offers single family potential. With ample parking, a prestige Back Bay location, and carte blanche to create your own masterpiece, this is a rare and remarkable offering.

Property Overview

Property Details click or tap to expand

Building Information

  • Total Units: 17
  • Total Floors: 6
  • Total Full Baths: 12
  • Total Half Baths: 1
  • Total Fireplaces: 6
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping
  • Basement Features: Full

Financial

  • APOD Available: No

Utilities

  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private
  • Sewer District: BWS

Unit 1 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 1
  • Levels: 1

Unit 2 Description

  • Under Lease: No
  • Floors: 1
  • Levels: 1

Construction

  • Year Built: 1880
  • Type: 5+ Family - Rooming House
  • Construction Type: Stone/Concrete
  • Foundation Info: Concrete Block
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73210349
  • Last Updated: 12/06/24

Property History click or tap to expand

Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
12/06/2024Active$14,900,000$1,224MLSPIN
12/02/2024Price Change$14,900,000$1,224MLSPIN
11/30/2024Active$15,900,000$1,306MLSPIN
11/26/2024Extended$15,900,000$1,306MLSPIN
11/02/2024Active$15,900,000$1,306MLSPIN
10/29/2024Extended$15,900,000$1,306MLSPIN
10/11/2024Active$15,900,000$1,306MLSPIN
10/07/2024Price Change$15,900,000$1,306MLSPIN
10/04/2024Active$17,000,000$1,397MLSPIN
09/30/2024Extended$17,000,000$1,397MLSPIN
09/07/2024Active$17,000,000$1,397MLSPIN
09/03/2024Reactivated$17,000,000$1,397MLSPIN
09/01/2024Expired$17,000,000$1,397MLSPIN
06/30/2024Active$17,000,000$1,397MLSPIN
06/26/2024Price Change$17,000,000$1,397MLSPIN
06/01/2024Active$19,500,000$1,602MLSPIN
05/28/2024Extended$19,500,000$1,602MLSPIN
05/01/2024Expired$28,500$2MLSPIN
03/12/2024Active$19,500,000$1,602MLSPIN
03/08/2024New$19,500,000$1,602MLSPIN
02/07/2024Temporarily Withdrawn$28,500$2MLSPIN
01/28/2024Active$28,500$2MLSPIN
01/24/2024Extended$28,500$2MLSPIN
01/06/2024Active$28,500$2MLSPIN
01/02/2024Reactivated$28,500$2MLSPIN
11/21/2023Active$28,500$2MLSPIN
11/17/2023Price Change$28,500$2MLSPIN
11/13/2023Active$35,000$3MLSPIN
11/09/2023Price Change$35,000$3MLSPIN
09/02/2023Active$45,000$4MLSPIN
08/29/2023New$45,000$4MLSPIN

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Kingsley Montessori School

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Commonwealth School

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Newman School

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Newman School

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Snowden International High School

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School of Fashion Design

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Kingsley Montessori School

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The Kingsley School

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McGreevy's

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Blue Bottle Coffee

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Nourish Your Soul

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Back Bay Veterinary Clinic

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Berklee College Police

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First Corps of Cadets Museum

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New England Historic Genealogical Society

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Gibson House

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Exeter Street Theatre

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David Friend Recital Hall

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Lyric Stage

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John B Hayes Auditorium

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The Loft

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TITLE Boxing Club

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Tennis & Racquet Club

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Fitness Hub

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The Bar Method

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Parker Cote Fitness

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Turnstyle

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Boston Sports Club

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Barry's

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Carleton Court Dog Park

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Commonwealth Ave Mall

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Charles River Esplanade

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Sitting Grove

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Southwest Corridor Park

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Frieda Garcia Park

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Boston Public Garden

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Belvidere - Dalton Plaza

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Clarendon Street Play Area

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Esplanade Playspace

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Miriam & Sidney Stoneman Playground

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Kings Boston - Back Bay

Bowling Alley

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Bank of America

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PNC Bank

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Citizens Bank

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Santander

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First Republic Bank

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TD Bank

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Chase

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CVS Pharmacy

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Walgreens

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Capsule

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Prudential Center

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Copley Place

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SUNS

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The Rug Company

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Stuart St @ Dartmouth St

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Seller's Representative: Paul Gleason, Fairfield Realty
MLS ID#: 73210349

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