130 Commonwealth Ave

Boston, MA 02116

$11,600,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
9,908 Sq. Ft.
$1,171 / Sq. Ft.
9,908
Sq. Ft.
$1,171
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare opportunity to own one of the finest luxury homes in the city of Boston. Situated on Back Bay’s toniest residential street, the exterior of 130 Commonwealth Avenue evokes the timeless elegance of 18th century Parisian architecture. Part of the famed "Commonwealth Sisters", the home’s beautifully carved limestone façade stands apart from its brownstone neighbors. The finishes in the home were executed flawlessly in recent renovations by a skilled architect and artisans, whose attention to detail...A rare opportunity to own one of the finest luxury homes in the city of Boston. Situated on Back Bay’s toniest residential street, the exterior of 130 Commonwealth Avenue evokes the timeless elegance of 18th century Parisian architecture. Part of the famed "Commonwealth Sisters", the home’s beautifully carved limestone façade stands apart from its brownstone neighbors. The finishes in the home were executed flawlessly in recent renovations by a skilled architect and artisans, whose attention to detail is stunning. Amenities of the home include 5 fireplaces, a 2,200 bottle wine cellar, a private elevator. With 12 total rooms, 5 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, and 6 parking spaces, this spectacular single family home is a true mansion in the heart of Back Bay. For the uncompromising buyer or a visionary developer, 130 Commonwealth Avenue offers a rare opportunity.

Listing Agents

  1. Laura DeLuca

    Laura DeLuca

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    lauradeluca@compass.com

    P: (617)-501-3998

  2. Listed by William Montero • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 130 Commonwealth Avenue

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 06:44 AM

Property Details for 130 Commonwealth Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #71570325
Days on Market539
Taxes$102,924 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Attached
Year Built1899
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Laura DeLuca; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, William Montero

Sold By Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, William Montero

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Building Information for 130 Commonwealth Avenue

Stories-Year Built1899Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,237 SF

Payment Calculator

$69,354 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$60,777

Property Taxes

$8,577

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 130 Commonwealth Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 9908.0
  • Color: WHITE
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Single Family Type: Attached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 8.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 6
  • Num of Half Baths: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 7.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 8
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 8
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: See Remarks
  • Lot Description: Other
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Tandem, Deeded, Improved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem, Deeded, Improved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem, Deeded, Improved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: two bonus bedrooms with full baths in partially finished basement not included in the 5 bedrooms in main house.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:01349 S:000,3358948
  • Assessments: $7,832,900
  • Book: 531
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Zoning: 0
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation Area: 0.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2%

Property History for 130 Commonwealth Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 8, 2024

Canceled

MLS PIN #73236101

$25,990,000—
May 10, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73236101

$29,900,000—
Feb 27, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #579523544

$11,600,000

+11.6% / yr

Feb 26, 2015

Sold

MLS PIN #71570325

$11,600,000—
Jan 15, 2015

Contingent

MLS PIN #71570325

—
Aug 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71570325

$14,500,000—
May 1, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #352650140

$9,500,000

+9.6% / yr

May 1, 2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71406583

$9,500,000—
Aug 20, 2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71406583

—
Jul 9, 2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71406583

$12,500,000—
Nov 30, 2004

Canceled

MLS PIN #70050504

$15,000,000—
Jun 1, 2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70050504

$15,000,000—
Mar 23, 1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100088466

$1,500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/08/2024

Canceled

MLS PIN #73236101

$25,990,000
05/10/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73236101

$29,900,000
02/27/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #579523544

$11,600,000

+11.6% / yr

02/26/2015

Sold

MLS PIN #71570325

$11,600,000
01/15/2015

Contingent

MLS PIN #71570325

—
08/15/2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71570325

$14,500,000
05/01/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #352650140

$9,500,000

+9.6% / yr

05/01/2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71406583

$9,500,000
08/20/2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71406583

—
07/09/2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71406583

$12,500,000
11/30/2004

Canceled

MLS PIN #70050504

$15,000,000
06/01/2004

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70050504

$15,000,000
03/23/1993

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100088466

$1,500,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 130 Commonwealth Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,888,000Additions$9,295,900Total$15,183,900
Tax Record2025$175,830 ($14,652 / month)
Home Facts
Beds7Baths9Total Finished SqFt9,907 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,907 SqFtStories4Lot Size3,237 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1899Year Renovated2015ZoningR1CountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:01349 S:000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 130 Commonwealth Avenue

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 2 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
William Mckinley
Public2 to 12

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Laura DeLuca; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, William Montero

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