56 Commonwealth Ave Ph Boston, MA 02116
Listing Courtesy of: MLS PIN / William Raveis R.E. & Home Services / Elizabeth Crowley

  56 Commonwealth Ave Ph Boston, MA 02116

Pending (81 Days)
$2,495,000
2
BED
1.5
BATH
1,044
SQFT

Description

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.

MLS #:
73385390
Taxes
$25,072(2025)
Lot Size
1,000 SQFT
Type
Condo
Building Name
56 and 60 Commonwealth Condominium Trust
Year Built
1850
Views
City
County
Suffolk County

Listed By

Elizabeth Crowley, Boston-South End
Source
MLS PIN
Last checked Aug 31 2025 at 1:47 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
Interior Features
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Disposal
  • Freezer
  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Laundry: First Floor
  • Laundry: In Unit
  • Plumbed for Ice Maker
Kitchen
  • Flooring - Hardwood
  • Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
  • Open Floorplan
Property Features
  • Fireplace: 0
Heating and Cooling
  • Steam
  • Natural Gas
  • Central Air
Basement Information
  • N
Homeowners Association Information
  • Dues: $1116/Monthly
Flooring
  • Hardwood
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Rubber
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water: Public, For Electric Dryer, For Electric Oven, Icemaker Connection
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Parking
  • Assigned
  • Tandem
  • Total: 2
Stories
  • 1
Living Area
  • 1,044 sqft
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Listing Price History

Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
Aug 04, 2025
Price Changed
$2,495,000
-11%
-300,000
Jun 04, 2025
Original Price
$2,795,000
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