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256 Commonwealth Ave

256 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116

YEAR BUILT

9999

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

8

UNIT SIZE RANGE

602-9,999 sqft

Description

256 Commonwealth Ave is a condominium located at 256 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston, MA, within the 02116 zip code. This single-story building offers a selection of 1 and 2-bedroom units. Designed with modern living in mind, these units provide residents with convenient access to urban amenities while maintaining privacy and comfort within their home environment. The property features several amenities tailored to an active lifestyle, including tennis courts and a pool for recreational activities. Residents can also enjoy the convenience of nearby public transportation, providing easy access to the wider city. The presence of a bike path encourages cycling enthusiasts to explore the surrounding area more freely. In addition to its recreational facilities, 256 Commonwealth Ave is strategically positioned for highway access, facilitating quick travels to outlying regions. It is also located near parks, offering spaces for relaxation and leisure. Spiritual needs are catered to with a nearby house of worship, contributing to the sense of community within the area. The building's infrastructure includes essential services such as the provision of hot water.

Building ImageMLS ID #72176917
Building ImageMLS ID #72176917
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256 Commonwealth Ave

256 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116

YEAR BUILT

9999

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

8

UNIT SIZE RANGE

602-9,999 sqft

Description

256 Commonwealth Ave is a condominium located at 256 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston, MA, within the 02116 zip code. This single-story building offers a selection of 1 and 2-bedroom units. Designed with modern living in mind, these units provide residents with convenient access to urban amenities while maintaining privacy and comfort within their home environment. The property features several amenities tailored to an active lifestyle, including tennis courts and a pool for recreational activities. Residents can also enjoy the convenience of nearby public transportation, providing easy access to the wider city. The presence of a bike path encourages cycling enthusiasts to explore the surrounding area more freely. In addition to its recreational facilities, 256 Commonwealth Ave is strategically positioned for highway access, facilitating quick travels to outlying regions. It is also located near parks, offering spaces for relaxation and leisure. Spiritual needs are catered to with a nearby house of worship, contributing to the sense of community within the area. The building's infrastructure includes essential services such as the provision of hot water.

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Description

256 Commonwealth Ave is a condominium located at 256 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston, MA, within the 02116 zip code. This single-story building offers a selection of 1 and 2-bedroom units. Designed with modern living in mind, these units provide residents with convenient access to urban amenities while maintaining privacy and comfort within their home environment. The property features several amenities tailored to an active lifestyle, including tennis courts and a pool for recreational activities. Residents can also enjoy the convenience of nearby public transportation, providing easy access to the wider city. The presence of a bike path encourages cycling enthusiasts to explore the surrounding area more freely. In addition to its recreational facilities, 256 Commonwealth Ave is strategically positioned for highway access, facilitating quick travels to outlying regions. It is also located near parks, offering spaces for relaxation and leisure. Spiritual needs are catered to with a nearby house of worship, contributing to the sense of community within the area. The building's infrastructure includes essential services such as the provision of hot water.

256 Commonwealth Ave Market Stats Last 12 months

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Year over year list price0.00%
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Total Listings0 Listed
Total sold0 Sold
Average Days on Market0 days
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Market Stats

Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings0 Listed
Total sold0 Sold
Average Days on Market0 days
Average HOA fees per sqft-

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256 Commonwealth Ave Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 5566511552017-07-31
MLS#: 72176917 		Closed$760,000
Unit 77144422552015-11-02
MLS#: 71900211 		Closed$1,635,000
Unit PH7PH7144422592011-09-01
MLS#: 71256603 		Closed$1,035,000
Unit 5
5

1 Beds

1 Baths

665 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2017-07-31Closed$760,000
MLS#: 72176917
Days On Market55
Unit 7
7

2 Beds

2 Baths

1444 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2015-11-02Closed$1,635,000
MLS#: 71900211
Days On Market55
Unit PH7
PH7

2 Beds

2 Baths

1444 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2011-09-01Closed$1,035,000
MLS#: 71256603
Days On Market59
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Amenities

Living in this condo means you’ll be surrounded by amenities that enhance your everyday life. Picture yourself enjoying sunny afternoons by the pool or getting active on the tennis court with friends. For those who love the outdoors, easy access to a bike path allows you to explore Boston’s beautiful parks and neighborhood streets. With public transportation just a stone's throw away, you can easily embrace the vibrant city life without the hassle of driving. Additionally, nearby highways make weekend getaways a breeze!

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Amenities Description

Living in this condo means you’ll be surrounded by amenities that enhance your everyday life. Picture yourself enjoying sunny afternoons by the pool or getting active on the tennis court with friends. For those who love the outdoors, easy access to a bike path allows you to explore Boston’s beautiful parks and neighborhood streets. With public transportation just a stone's throw away, you can easily embrace the vibrant city life without the hassle of driving. Additionally, nearby highways make weekend getaways a breeze!

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Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
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Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Pool

Pool

Policies

When it comes to building policies, 256 Commonwealth Ave has a few restrictions to ensure a harmonious living environment. While specifics aren’t outlined, knowing that there are guidelines in place can bring peace of mind for potential buyers who value community standards.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
256 Commonwealth Ave--
308 Commonwealth$1,289/sqft.$2 /sqft.
290 Commonwealth Ave$2,258/sqft.$2 /sqft.
252 Commonwealth Ave Condo$1,358/sqft.$3 /sqft.
252 Commonwealth Ave$1,358/sqft.$3 /sqft.
250 Commonwealth Avenue$1,238/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 256 Commonwealth Ave.

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|0.26 miles away

The Newman School

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Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|0.36 miles away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|0.36 miles away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|0.45 miles away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|0.57 miles away

Learning Project Elementary School

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Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|0.73 miles away
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Schools

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Newman School

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Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|Less than 1 Mile Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Learning Project Elementary School

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Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

C
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Huntington Ave...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Carter Developmental Center

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Public|Grades 6–12
396 Northampton St|Less than 1 Mile Away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|1.00 Miles Away

Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
70 Worcester St|1.14 Miles Away

Park Street School

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Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|1.17 Miles Away

Quincy Upper School

D
Public|Grades 6–12
152 Arlington St|1.19 Miles Away

Boston Adult Technical Academy

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Public|Grades 9–12
20 Church St|1.24 Miles Away

The Advent School

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Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|1.26 Miles Away

Blackstone Innovation School

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
380 Shawmut Ave|1.28 Miles Away

Cathedral High School

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Private|Grades 7–12
74 Union Park St|1.45 Miles Away

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–5
885 Washington St|1.47 Miles Away

Boston Latin School

A-
Public|Grades 7–12
78 Avenue Louis Pa...|1.54 Miles Away

Boston University Academy

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Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|1.65 Miles Away

Winsor School

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Private|Grades 5–12
103 Pilgrim Rd|1.67 Miles Away

Madison Park High

F
Public|Grades 9–12
75 Malcolm X Blvd|1.69 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|1.70 Miles Away

John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science

A-
Public|Grades 7–12
55 Malcolm X Blvd|1.72 Miles Away

New England Hebrew Academy

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Private|Grades PK–8
11 Essex St|1.73 Miles Away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|1.75 Miles Away

Maurice J. Tobin K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
40 Smith St|1.78 Miles Away

Ivy Street School

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Private|Grades 8–12
200 Ivy St|1.80 Miles Away

James P. Timilty Middle School

D
Public|Grades 6–8
205 Roxbury St|1.81 Miles Away

Malik Academy

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Private|Grades 1–8
100 Malcolm X Blvd|1.82 Miles Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|1.86 Miles Away

Orchard Gardens K-8 School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
906 Albany St|1.89 Miles Away

Morse

B
Public|Grades PK–5
40 Granite St|1.93 Miles Away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|1.97 Miles Away

Boston Children's School

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Private|Grades PK–2
8 Whittier Pl Ste ...|1.97 Miles Away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|1.99 Miles Away

Fenway High School

D+
Public|Grades 9–12
67 Alleghany St|2.00 Miles Away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|2.02 Miles Away

Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon

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Public|Grades PK–PK
115 Greenough St R...|2.08 Miles Away

Boston Day & Evening Academy

F
Public|Grades 9–12
20 Kearsarge Ave|2.14 Miles Away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|2.14 Miles Away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|2.15 Miles Away

Amos A. Lawrence School

A-
Public|Grades KG–8
27 Francis St|2.18 Miles Away

Henry Dearborn STEM Academy

D-
Public|Grades 6–12
36 Winthrop St|2.19 Miles Away

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

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Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|2.27 Miles Away

Nathan Hale Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
51 Cedar St|2.28 Miles Away

The Lynch Center

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Public|Grades PK–PK
599 Brookline Ave|2.39 Miles Away

St Patrick School

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Private|Grades PK–6
131 Mount Pleasant...|2.41 Miles Away

City on a Hill Charter Public School Circuit Street

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
58 Circuit St|2.42 Miles Away

Samuel W. Mason Elementary School

C-
Public|Grades PK–5
150 Norfolk Ave|2.42 Miles Away

Match Charter Public School

C
Public|Grades PK–12
1001 Commonwealth ...|2.43 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

360 Huntington Ave

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

1 miles away|20 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.12 miles away|22 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

1.27 miles away|25 min walk
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Transit

360 Huntington Ave

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

1 miles away|20 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.12 miles away|22 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

1.27 miles away|25 min walk

30 Annunciation Rd

1.35 miles away|26 min walk

Amesbury St @ Vassar St

1.36 miles away|27 min walk

Annunciation Rd & Albert St

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

285 Tremont St

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

69 Annunciation Rd

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

91 E Concord St

1.62 miles away|32 min walk

Albany St @ E Dedham St

1.69 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St opp E Newton St

1.69 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St @ Wareham St

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St opp E Concord St

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

540 Albany St opp Wareham St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Albany St opp Boston Medical

1.72 miles away|34 min walk

Albany St @ Randolph St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Albany St opp Randolph St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

75 St. Alphonsus St

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

677 Huntington Ave

1.78 miles away|35 min walk

Albany St @ Randall St

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

Albany St opp Randall St

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

205 Roxbury St

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

42A John Eliot Sq

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Amory Street - Amory St

1.93 miles away|37 min walk

Amory Street

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Amory Street - Buick St Saint Paul St

2.05 miles away|40 min walk

250 Dorchester Avenue

2.21 miles away|43 min walk

835 Huntington Ave opp Parker Hill Ave

2.22 miles away|43 min walk

106 Heath St opp Bickford Ave

2.44 miles away|47 min walk

107 Heath St opp Bickford Ave

2.44 miles away|47 min walk

Aquarium - State St opp McKinley Sq

2.45 miles away|47 min walk

Aquarium - State St (North)

2.45 miles away|47 min walk

Aquarium - State St (South)

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

34 Heath St opp Bromley St

2.47 miles away|48 min walk

177 Heath St opp Walden St

2.54 miles away|49 min walk

100 S Huntington Ave

2.56 miles away|50 min walk

Aquarium

2.56 miles away|50 min walk

105 S Huntington Ave

2.57 miles away|50 min walk

1079 Commonwealth Ave

2.61 miles away|50 min walk

350 Summer St

2.66 miles away|51 min walk

Andrew - Southampton St

2.67 miles away|52 min walk

Andrew

2.68 miles away|52 min walk

Andrew - Buses

2.68 miles away|52 min walk

Andrew - Elevator

2.68 miles away|52 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Dexter St

2.69 miles away|52 min walk

Andrew - Street Buses

2.7 miles away|52 min walk

Andrew - Dorchester Ave @ Leeds St

2.7 miles away|52 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 256 Commonwealth Ave

Back Bay, a quintessential Boston neighborhood, showcases stunning Victorian brownstones and tree-lined streets. The area is a shopper’s paradise, home to the upscale boutiques of Newbury Street and the historic charm of Copley Square. Cultural attractions abound, with nearby museums and the Boston Public Library offering enrichment for all ages. Dining options range from trendy cafes to gourmet restaurants, catering to diverse tastes. This district provides excellent connectivity, with convenient access to the MBTA and major highways, ensuring easy commutes and exploration of the broader Boston area.

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Neighbourhood Description

Back Bay, a quintessential Boston neighborhood, showcases stunning Victorian brownstones and tree-lined streets. The area is a shopper’s paradise, home to the upscale boutiques of Newbury Street and the historic charm of Copley Square. Cultural attractions abound, with nearby museums and the Boston Public Library offering enrichment for all ages. Dining options range from trendy cafes to gourmet restaurants, catering to diverse tastes. This district provides excellent connectivity, with convenient access to the MBTA and major highways, ensuring easy commutes and exploration of the broader Boston area.

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256 Commonwealth Ave Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

6.05%

15–29 Years

47.49%

30–44 Years

20.64%

45–59 Years

11.95%

60+ Years

13.87%

Commute

21.7%

Transit

39.39%

Walk

20.01%

Drive

2.86%

Bike

Housing Ownership

24.28%

Owner Occupied

75.72%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
11.54%
Multi Family
1.83%
Single Person
51.14%
Multi Person
48.86%

Average Income

Household:$7,771,793.96 /yr

Individual:$6,773,347.11 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree33.51%
High School College9.45%
Diploma2.65%
Post Graduate37.95%
Others16.44%
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Education

Diploma2.65%
Post Graduate37.95%
Others16.44%
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