The Magnificent Vendome! A landmark white-façade condominium building on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston’s Back Bay, originally built as the grand Hotel Vendome and now home to luxury residences. This exceptional front-facing home with soaring ceilings offers tree-top views of the Commonwealth Avenue Mall from every window with a bright, open floor plan featuring a custom kitchen with granite countertops, European-style cabinetry, Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances, and seamless flow to the dining and living areas. The king-size bedroom includes a huge walk-in closet plus additional custom storage, while the spa-like bath features a walk-in shower with rain shower head. Colored walls and furniture shown in photos are from the previous resident; the residence is currently painted white. The Vendome offers central air, 24-hour concierge, two elevators, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Pet friendly for owners, non-smoking, easy to show by appointment.
For sale
$1,230,000
160 Commonwealth Ave APT 513, Boston, MA 02116
1beds
972sqft
Est.:
Condominium
Built in 1881
-- sqft lot
$1,203,700 Zestimate®
$1,265/sqft
$953/mo HOA
What's special
Spa-like bathGranite countertopsEuropean-style cabinetryBeautifully landscaped groundsTree-top viewsKing-size bedroomFront-facing home
- 108 days |
- 649 |
- 14 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 07, 2025 at 08:16am
Listed by:
Timothy Linnane 857-222-3987,
Linnane Real Estate 617-236-4900
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73421807
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Features
- Wired for Sound, Elevator
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 972
- Total interior livable area: 972 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 972
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Lot
- Size: 972 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: W:05 P:01383 S:198,3359267
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1881
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: TV Monitor, Concierge
HOA
- Amenities included: Laundry, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning
- HOA fee: $953 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,265/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,009,500
- Annual tax amount: $11,690
- Date on market: 8/25/2025
Estimated market value
$1,203,700
$1.14M - $1.26M
$4,152/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,230,000+12.9%$1,265/sqft |
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| 10/13/2020 | Listing removed | $1,089,000$1,120/sqft |
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| 7/29/2020 | Price change | $1,089,000-1%$1,120/sqft |
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| 6/23/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+70.5%$1,132/sqft |
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| 8/22/2018 | Listing removed | $3,500$4/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,690 +0.9% | $1,009,500 -5.1% |
| 2024 | $11,589 +6.6% | $1,063,200 +5% |
| 2023 | $10,875 +0.7% | $1,012,600 +2% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$8,319/mo
Principal & interest
$6248
HOA Fees
$953
Other costs
$1117
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Quincy Upper SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
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