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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Condo
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,263 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.02 Acres
  • Updated 1 day ago
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This unit has it all!! Beautiful, bright, 2bed 2bath, a unique loft, private outdoor space and deeded parking. Walk into an open concept first floor with 14ft ceilings, tons of natural light, updated kitchen, beautiful custom built-in bookcase/credenza in the living room and custom wardrobe closet in the primary en-suite. Step up to the 2nd floor where you'll find a bonus loft,, perfect for an office den or overnight guest. The second bedroom ensuite has tons of storage and in unit laundry and an additional loft space that can be used as an office, gym or space for over flow guest. Lastly, climb the stairs to your private 400 square ft roof deck, perfect for relaxing at the end of day or entertaining guest while enjoying some of the best views the city to offer. Truly, a must see!!

Full Property Details for 178 Commonwealth Ave #8

General

  • Price: $1,995,000
  • HOA FEE: $589/month
  • Taxes: $15,751 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Condo
  • Source: MLSPin
  • MLS ID: 73538767
  • Updated: 6/19/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 4
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 2
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Intercom

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Roof Deck with Access Rights, City View(s)

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded

Location

  • Area: Back Bay
  • County: Suffolk
  • Driving Directions: Between Exeter and Dartmouth

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: Hot Water
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Management Type: Off-Site Professional Management

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Baseboard
  • Heating Fuel: Baseboard

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utility Description: Connection for Electric Range, Connection for Electric Oven, Connection for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Structural Information

  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Y
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 1,263
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
  • Year Built: 1879

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
  • Lot Dimensions: .02

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,579.57
  • Association Fee: $589
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Tax Amount: $15,751
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Documents Avail.: Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements
  • Exclusions: Tv's, Sonos Soundbar And Accompanying Brackets Are Not Included In This Sale.
  • Property ID: W:05 P:01382 S:116, 3359119
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Schools serving 178 Commonwealth Ave #8

School District:Boston School District
NameGradesDistance
William Mckinley
90 Warren Avenue, Boston, MA 02116
K-120.6 mi
Blackstone Elementary School
380 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA 02118
PK-50.8 mi
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
885 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
PK-50.8 mi
Quincy Upper School
152 Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116
6-120.6 mi
Carter School
270 Columbia Road, Boston, MA 02121
6-120.8 mi
Boston Latin School
78 Avenue Louis Pasteur, Boston, MA 02115
7-121.4 mi
Snowden Int'L High School
150 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
9-120.1 mi
Boston Adult Academy
20 Church St, Boston, MA 02116
9-120.6 mi
Madison Park High
75 Malcolm X Blvd, Boston, MA 02120
9-121.4 mi
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Price & Sales History for 178 Commonwealth Ave #8 Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
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6/19/2026
Listed
$1,995,000
432%
MLS
6/30/1998
Sold
$375,000
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Tax History for 178 Commonwealth Ave #8

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$15,751
6%
$1,360,200
—
2024
$14,826
7%
$1,360,200
5%
2023
$13,914
1%
$1,295,500
2%
2022
$13,819
-4%
$1,270,100
-6%
2021
$14,352
5%
$1,345,100
4%
2020
$13,711
2%
$1,298,400
2%
2019
$13,413
7%
$1,272,600
6%
2018
$12,579
3%
$1,200,300
4%
2017
$12,220
3%
$1,153,900
7%
2016
$11,862
6%
$1,078,400
17%
2015
$11,192
13%
$924,200
17%
2014
$9,938
—
$790,000
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178 Commonwealth Ave #8, Boston, MA 02116 (MLS# 73538767) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 178 Commonwealth Ave #8 is currently listed for $1,995,000 and was received on June 19, 2026. This property is listed by Chris Perez from our Boston-Back Bay Office.Want to learn more about 178 Commonwealth Ave #8? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Boston? You can browse all Boston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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