Condos Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Back Bay

$6,900 Total Monthly Price

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72

Boston, MA 02116

617-869-1750

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,070 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Medical Services
Property is near public transit and schools
1 Fireplace
Jogging Path
Cooling Available
Park

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72

About This Home

$6,900 deposit, Available Now

Perched atop Back Bay's iconic Commonwealth Ave,this stunning,sunny side 2-bed 2-bath penthouse offers unmatched Boston living w/ unobstructed natural light from 3 exposures. A dramatic step-up to French doors welcomes you to your private roof deck – perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or quiet afternoons w/ magnificent sunset views of Back Bay. Savor the pristine HW floors,stately wood-burning fireplace,& elegant detail throughout. This masterpiece offers $250K+ in recent renovations including kitchen w/ white,custom built-in cabinetry,Gaggenau appliances,radiant flooring,& quartz counters/backsplash. Addt’l upgrades include new deck,refinished floors,energy efficient windows,Miele W/D,added insulation,& freshly painted walls. 2 graciously appointed bedrooms w/ new custom built-in storage. 2 sleek,new modern bathrooms. In-unit A/C,in-ceiling speakers,direct elevator access,professionally managed. Close to Newbury St,Esplanade,& finest dining/shopping in Boston. MLS ID 73528290

239 Commonwealth Ave is a condo located in Suffolk County and the 02116 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Condominium

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 Full Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Entry on the 7th floor

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace 1,070 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Freezer Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $6,900 Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03388 S:042,3350901 Rent includes hot water, water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Utilities

Cooling Available Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops

Overview

Property has a Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

Jogging Path Park Bike Trail

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $6,900

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

239 Commonwealth

21 Units 5 Stories Built in 1999 12,000 Sq Ft

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Contact

Listed by Cam Chesley | Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro - Back Bay
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Neighborhood

Known as one of Boston’s trendiest areas for shopping and dining, Back Bay is a mix of students, professionals, affluent families, and retirees, all come to enjoy the neighborhood’s lively atmosphere. Anchored by the Prudential Center (whose Skywalk Observatory is one of the best vantage points in the city), this area is home to some of Boston’s most recognizable landmarks, including the Boston Public Library, Hancock Tower, and the Back Bay Architectural District.

Considering moving to Back Bay? Students, young professionals, and families thrive in all the neighborhood’s opportunities. The local academic community includes the prestigious Berklee College of Music, the Boston Conservatory, and the Boston Architectural College. Renters love that Back Bay’s location along the Charles River allows for a considerable amount of waterfront property. Others enjoy the Charles River Esplanade, a popular greenspace for walkers, runners, and cyclists.

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Amenities

Dishwasher
Disposal

Microwave
Range

Refrigerator
Freezer

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Berklee College of Music	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
MIT	Walk:	21 min	1.1 mi
Emerson College	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi
Northeastern University	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72 is within 10 minutes or 0.5 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Emerson College and MIT.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Copley Station, located 0.4 mile from 239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72. 239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.2 miles or 12 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Copley Station	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Hynes Convention Center Station	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Prudential Station	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Arlington Station	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Symphony Station	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Back Bay Station	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
South Station	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi
North Station	Drive:	6 min	2.1 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	7 min	3.8 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	12 min	5.2 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

90 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

50 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

Scores provided by

Busy

Soundscore^™

64 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

Scores provided by

HowLoud

Points of Interest

Time and distance from 239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Residences at University Park	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Prudential Center	Drive:	8 min	4.8 mi
Copley Place	Drive:	9 min	5.0 mi

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72 has 3 shopping centers within 5.0 miles, which is about a 9-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Charles River Reservation	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Boston Public Garden	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi
Museum of Science	Drive:	6 min	1.9 mi

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72 has 5 parks within 1.9 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Charles River Reservation, and Boston African American National Historic Site.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi
Tufts Medical Center	Drive:	5 min	1.5 mi

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72 has 3 hospitals within 1.5 miles, the nearest is Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary which is 1.3 miles away and a 3 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base	Drive:	29 min	15.3 mi
US Military Reservation	Drive:	29 min	16.4 mi
Fort Miller	Drive:	34 min	20.0 mi

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 72 has 3 military bases within 20.0 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 15.3 miles away and a 29 minute drive.