405 Commonwealth Ave APT 2, Boston, MA, 02215
About This Home
Fully renovated 1BR • Move right in, ~ 750sqft with private ~180sqft brick patio with seperate entrance! Private patio entrances Bright, Fully updated 1BR • Private patio entrance- Renovated one-bedroom condominium on the first floor of an 1890 brick mansion on tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue in Best Back Bay.Area - In a Magnificent Mansion. The open floor plan connects a dining and living area with high ceilings, oversized bow windows, a decorative fireplace with mantel, recessed lighting, and hardwood floors. The renovated granite kitchen is fully applianced with range, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, and refrigerator, plus a sunny window and ample counter and cabinet space.. A wonderful renovated tile and stone bath features a glass walk-in shower, the bedroom offers hardwood beneath carpet with generous closet space, and the in-unit combination washer/dryer is a time saver and included. The home has two separate entrances, from Commonwealth Avenue and from Marlborough Street, opening to a gated, brick-paved private patio (approx. 180 SF). The professionally managed 10-unit building also offers common laundry. Hynes Convention Center Station (Green Line) is approx. 0.3 mi and Kenmore Station approx. 0.5 mi, with the Commonwealth Avenue Mall at the door, Newbury Street approx. 0.1 mi, and the Charles River Esplanade approx. 0.3 mi. Garage or outdoor Rental parking is available in the area, and the home is currently tenant-occupied with a lease through 8/31/2026. THIS ONE HAS IT ALL AND MORE!!! Not to be missed.
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Materials
- Roof: Rubber
- Construction materials: Brick,Stone,Block
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: In Building
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Tile,Carpet,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 750
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 750
- Total interior livable area: 750 sqft
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:03833 S:004,3361787
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: CD
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Walkout,Garden)
- Patio & porch: Patio - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Patio - Enclosed,Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Ocean,River,Direct Access,Walk to,Beach Ownership(Public)
Lot
- Lot size: 750 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Rented
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,040 | $48,480 |
| Home Insurance * | $59 | $708 |
| Property Taxes | $773 | $9,276 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $5,226 | $62,712 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Price change | $775,000 |
| 2026-07-23 | Listed for sale | $799,000 |
| 2022-08-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-08-23 | Listed for rent | $3,200 |
| 2021-03-30 | Sold | $660,000 |
| 2021-02-12 | Pending sale | $650,000 |
| 2021-02-12 | Contingent | $650,000 |
| 2021-01-14 | Listed for sale | $650,000 |
| 2013-11-12 | Sold | $510,000 |
| 2013-08-27 | Listed for sale | $539,000 |
| 2012-08-12 | Listing removed | $2,500 |
| 2012-08-02 | Listed for rent | $2,500 |
| 2012-04-22 | Listing removed | $2,500 |
| 2012-04-02 | Listed for rent | $2,500 |
| 2006-08-01 | Sold | $454,000 |
| 2001-06-15 | Sold | $328,000 |
| 1996-10-04 | Sold | $140,000 |
| 1988-07-08 | Sold | $142,000 |
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