178 Commonwealth Ave PH, Boston, MA 02116

• 2 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,239 sqft

Property Description

Historic Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space in rear of building. This duplex home that overlooks the Commonwealth Mall is located in a Romanesque style brownstone which has two bedrooms, two full spa like marble bathrooms, and an elegant front facing living and dining room with original detail fireplace, bay windows, and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. Modern amenities include recessed lighting, a wet bar, gas lines installed throughout the building, central A/C with newer compressor, and updated elegant common spaces all in a professionally managed association. A full staircase leading to roof deck offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

July 6, 2026

Data Last Updated:

August 6, 2026 at 4:08AM

Listing Office:

Compass : 617-206-3333

Listing Agent:

Davant Scarborough : 617-650-0553

MLS ID:

73545292

Interior

• General: Wet Bar
• Appliances: RangeDishwasherMicrowaveWine RefrigeratorRange Hood
• Basement: N
• Flooring: WoodTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Radiant
• Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: DeckBalconyCity View(s)
• Parking: Parking spaces: 1

Construction

• Roofing: Rubber
• General: Brick2

Location

• HOA Amenities: Hot WaterHeatInsuranceMaintenance StructureSnow Removal700.38
• Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
• County: Suffolk

Lot

• Zoning: 03359124
• View: CityView

Utilities

• Utilities: for Gas Rangefor Electric Range
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: MLS Property Information Network