Opportunity knocks. If you're familiar with the Vendome, you'll appreciate how rare a beautifully laid out and maintained studio on the 5th floor overlooking the Commonwealth Ave Mall comes available. Arguably the best location in all of Boston -- only a hop, skip and a jump to Newbury Street and all of the City's finest offerings. Wine & dine at nearby restaurants, take a stroll in the Boston Common, or exercise on the Charles River Esplanade. The unit was freshly painted and features high ceilings, an oversized arched window, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, central air conditioning, a built-in desk, and generous closet space. Based on the uniqueness of the building and its Back Bay location, this property has untapped potential and presents an opportunity for adding personal touch or could be perfect pied-a-terre. Check it out.
For sale
$749,899
160 Commonwealth Ave APT 516, Boston, MA 02116
0beds
463sqft
Est.:
Condominium, Rowhouse
Built in 1881
-- sqft lot
$739,800 Zestimate®
$1,620/sqft
$522/mo HOA
What's special
Central air conditioningGenerous closet spaceBuilt-in deskHigh ceilingsBrazilian cherry hardwood floorsOversized arched window
- 20 days |
- 476 |
- 9 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 19, 2025 at 12:34am
Listed by:
Paul Costa 617-680-0505,
Paul M. Costa 617-680-0505
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73455221
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Internet Available - Broadband
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 463
- Total interior livable area: 463 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 463
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Details
- Parcel number: 0501383204,3359217
- Zoning: 0501383204
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1881
- Major remodel year: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Security: Concierge
HOA
- Amenities included: Laundry
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $522 monthly
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,620/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $584,400
- Annual tax amount: $6,767
- Date on market: 11/21/2025
Estimated market value
$739,800
$703,000 - $777,000
$2,970/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,899+158.6%$1,620/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73455221 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MLS PIN #73260792 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,900+26.1%$6/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73260792 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2019 | Listing removed | $2,300$5/sqft |
Source: Boston City Properties #72455293 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,300$5/sqft |
Source: Boston City Properties #72455293 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,767 +0.9% | $584,400 -5.1% |
| 2024 | $6,709 +6.6% | $615,500 +5% |
| 2023 | $6,296 +0.7% | $586,200 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,857/mo
Principal & interest
$3654
HOA Fees
$522
Other costs
$681
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
- Loading
- Loading
