Massachusetts
Boston
169 Commonwealth Ave. 5

$2,200,000

169 Commonwealth Ave. 5, Boston, MA 02116

2 beds |
2 baths |
1,938 sqft

Condominium
Built in 1870
—— sqft lot
—— car garage
$1,135/sqft
Listed 5 days ago

Property Description

Above the Commonwealth Avenue tree canopy is a rare opportunity to craft your dream penthouse residence. Served by elevator, this home encompasses the building’s complete top level; presently the unit consists of two kitchens and two bedrooms, providing suitable accommodation for caretaker or guests. The home’s impressive scale offers exceptional potential for renovation into a single elegant residence, custom tailored to your unique design. Southern exposure sunlight, through 16-panel windows & peaked skylights, showcases the generous rooms & architectural features of the interior. Exclusive rights to the expansive roof with internal direct access via stairs & full door. The potential addition of a roofdeck terrace would enjoy sweeping views of the legendary Comm Ave. magnolias & Esplanade fireworks. Enjoy simple proximity to the Theater District, the Public Garden, boutiques, private social clubs & restaurants of the Back Bay. 1 car parking, convenient to interstates, MBTA/Amtrak.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: October 6, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:: Compass : 617-303-0067
Listing Agent:: MonaLisa Team : 617-930-1288
MLS ID:: 73440342

Laundry: In Basement
Basement: N
A/C: Central AirHeat Pump
Heating: Hot WaterHeat Pump
Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: Deck - RoofDeck - Roof + Access Rights
Parking: Off Street

Roofing: Rubber
General: Brick1

HOA Amenities: Hot WaterElevator(s)HeatWaterSewerInsuranceMaintenance StructureMaintenance GroundsSnow RemovalReserve Funds1714.65Monthly
Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
County: Suffolk

Zoning: RES029440093351410

Utilities: 100 Amp Service
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: MLS Property Information Network

This listing courtesy of MonaLisa Team, Compass

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Location

Schools Nearby

William Mckinley School

90 Warren Ave, Boston, MA, 02116

Grades KG-12

0.61 miles away

Quincy Upper School

152 Arlington St, Boston, MA, 02116

Grades 6-12

0.59 miles away

Snowden International School At Copley

150 Newbury St, Boston, MA, 02116

Grades 9-12

0.13 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.