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$7,875,000 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Townhouse
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,565 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.08 Acres
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 4 hours ago
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Only half a block from the Public Garden on Commonwealth Avenue's magnificent leafy boulevard, this elegant triplex is on an impressive stretch of historic homes in one of Back Bay's finest locations. Featuring 2 direct-access garage spaces, a private deck, garden terrace and elevator access on all levels, this thoughtfully designed 4-bedroom home suits today's way of living while reflecting its beautiful Back Bay character in a fresh, clean timeless style. There are high ceilings and gracious embellishments. A columned fireplace highlights the sunny bay-windowed living room flowing openly into the dining room with exquisite cabinetry. The airy dine-in chef's kitchen overlooks the avenue's trees. The alluring primary suite admires leafy avenue views from the light-infused sitting bay and also features an elaborate decorative fireplace, dressing room and luxe marble bath. Custom-fitted, the bedroom/library has a vaulted marble bath. Versatile bedroom/gym and family room/bedroom.

Full Property Details for 36 Commonwealth Ave #1

General

  • Price: $7,875,000
  • HOA FEE: $2,817/month
  • Taxes: $76,072 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • MLS ID: 73504580
  • Updated: Today (4/21/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: 13.00 x 12.00, Second
  • Bathroom 2: 10.00 x 10.00, Third
  • Bathroom 3: 10.00 x 4.00, First

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: 15.00 x 24.00, Third
  • Bedroom 2: 18.00 x 22.00, Third
  • Bedroom 3: 17.00 x 19.00, First
  • Bedroom 4: 15.00 x 15.00, First

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: 22.00 x 24.00, Second
  • Family Room: First
  • Kitchen: 16.00 x 18.00, Second
  • Dining Room: 18.00 x 11.00, Second

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Assigned, Deeded

Location

  • County: Suffolk

Structural Information

  • Basement: Yes
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Square Feet: 3,565
  • Year Built: 1880

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.08

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $2,817
  • Tax Amount: $76,072
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: W:05 P:01210 S:002, 4758893

Listed by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, George Ballantyne

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  • George Ballantyne

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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Schools serving 36 Commonwealth Ave #1

School District:Boston School District
NameGradesDistance
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
885 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111
PK-50.5 mi
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
Quincy Upper School
152 Arlington Street, Boston, MA 02116
6-120.4 mi
Carter School
270 Columbia Road, Boston, MA 02121
6-121 mi
O'Bryant School Math/Science
55 Malcolm X Boulevard, Boston, MA 02120
7-121.7 mi
Snowden Int'L High School
150 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
9-120.3 mi
Boston Adult Academy
20 Church St, Boston, MA 02116
9-120.4 mi
Madison Park High
75 Malcolm X Blvd, Boston, MA 02120
9-121.7 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 36 Commonwealth Ave #1 Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/21/2026
Listed
$7,875,000
21.15%
MLS
9/10/2021
Sold
$6,500,000
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Tax History for 36 Commonwealth Ave #1

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$76,072
12%
$6,569,300
5%
2024
$68,118
4%
$6,249,400
2%
2023
$65,777
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$6,124,500
1%
2022
$65,988
4%
$6,065,100
2%
2021
$63,446
4%
$5,946,200
3%
2020
$60,771
3%
$5,754,800
3%
2019
$58,876
1%
$5,586,000
—
2018
$58,541
12%
$5,586,000
13%
2017
$52,247
—
$4,933,594
4%
2016
$52,182
9%
$4,743,840
20%
2015
$47,873
2%
$3,953,200
6%
2014
$46,868
—
$3,725,600
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