Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Back Bay 261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7

$8,000 Total Monthly Price

261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7

Boston, MA 02116

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617-872-3227

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,768 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Marina
Deck
1 Fireplace
Community Pool
Tennis Courts
Jogging Path

261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7

About This Home

Available Now

A quintessential TRUE Penthouse duplex with a stunning walk-out private roof terrace and garden offering panoramic city scapes! This breathtaking grand residence is front facing over the Commonwealth Avenue Mall and is awash in light from a bay of oversized windows. The scale of the open living/dining area is unsurpassed with soaring ceilings and an elegant stairway to the Primary Suite. An additional bedroom and full bath are located on the first floor. A seamless blend of classic period detail meets renovated modern living including two elegant fire places,hardwood flooring,a custom kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless appliances including a gas stove and brand NEW cabinetry. This is an impeccably pristine,professionally managed building with an elegant lobby. A spectacular skylight with stained glass enclosure illuminates the grand stairway to the fourth floor. TWO direct access deeded tandem parking spaces complete this perfect picture of posh city living. MLS# 73423166

261 Commonwealth Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02116 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price including community-supplied monthly required fees. 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

Accessible Home Design

Entry on the 4th floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Primary bedroom located on second floor 2 Full Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Apartment

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace 1,768 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

12 Month Lease Term Rent includes heat, hot water, electricity, water

Location

Property is near schools

Lot Details

9,999 Sq Ft Lot Near Conservation Area

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

2 Car Parking Spaces

Utilities

Cooling Available Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Shops

Overview

Property has a Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Recreation

Marina Community Pool Tennis Courts Jogging Path Park Bike Trail

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Pet policies are negotiable.

Contact

Listed by Frank Celeste | Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Amenities

Dishwasher
Disposal

Range
Refrigerator

Deck

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.

Learn more about living in Back Bay

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Berklee College of Music	Walk:	8 min	0.5 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi
MIT	Walk:	20 min	1.0 mi
Northeastern University	Drive:	4 min	1.1 mi

261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 is within 8 minutes or 0.5 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Lesley Univ., Art Institute and MIT.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Hynes Convention Center Station, located 0.3 mile from 261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7. 261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.4 miles or 13 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Hynes Convention Center Station	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Copley Station	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Prudential Station	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
Kenmore Station	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Symphony Station	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Back Bay Station	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi
South Station	Drive:	6 min	1.9 mi
North Station	Drive:	7 min	2.4 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	6 min	3.6 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	13 min	5.4 mi

Walker's Paradise

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Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Rider's Paradise

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Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.

Very Bikeable

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This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Jillians	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Prudential Center	Drive:	8 min	4.6 mi
Copley Place	Drive:	8 min	4.8 mi

261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 has 3 shopping centers within 4.8 miles, which is about a 8-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Charles River Reservation	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
Boston Public Garden	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi
Museum of Science	Drive:	8 min	2.1 mi

261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Charles River Reservation, and Boston African American National Historic Site.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Tufts Medical Center	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi