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$1,349,000
46 Days On Site

261 Commonwealth Avenue 5
Boston, MA 02116

For Sale|Condominium|Active
1
Bed
1
Total Bath
1
Full Bath
1,155
SqFt
$1,168
/SqFt
1880
Built
County:
Suffolk
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261 Commonwealth Avenue 5261 Commonwealth Avenue 5261 Commonwealth Avenue 5261 Commonwealth Avenue 5
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Stunning, spacious one bedroom plus den residence in a beautifully appointed Victorian brownstone with an elegant lobby and reception area. The grand staircase is illuminated from a massive skylight with a gorgeous stained glass enclosure. Front facing over the Commonwealth Mall, this quintessential gem gets exquisite light from three oversized windows. The open floor plan is complete with pristine hardwood floors, soaring ceilings which add amazing room scale, and a large fireplace filled with ornate period detail. The King-sized Primary boasts double windows, a decorative fireplace and two closets with ample storage. The charming bonus room would make a darling office or guest room. Both the bright white bath and kitchen have been beautifully updated, the eat in kitchen offers stainless steel appliances and marble counters. ALL utilities as well as beautiful exterior landscaping are included in the HOA fee. Direct access rental parking is available. Moments to Newbury Street & MBTA.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,349,000
Days On Site 
46 Days
Bedrooms 
1
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,155 sqft
Total Baths 
1
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
N/A
Year Built 
1880
MLS® Number 
73374717
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
$13,146
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
$1,120 monthly
Sq Ft Source 
Other
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
3 weeks agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 months agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Number Of Stories 
1
Property Sub Type 
Condominium
Sewer 
Public Sewer
SqFt Above 
1155
SqFt Total 
1155
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
CD
Interior Features
Appliances 
RangeDishwasherDisposalRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Cooling 
Window Unit(s)
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
Wood
Heating 
Hot Water
Laundry Features 
In Unit
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Exterior Features
Roof 
Rubber
Community Features
Association Amenities 
Hot Water
Association Dues 
1120
Building Access 
Unit Placement(Upper)
Community Features 
Tennis Court(s)Park
HOA Fee Frequency 
Monthly
MLS Area 
Back Bay
Listing courtesy of Frank Celeste of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty



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