Rare opportunity to own a stunning, smartly designed studio in a premier pet-friendly elevator building on Commonwealth Avenue. Located just a block+ from the Boston Public Garden, this sun-drenched fifth-floor residence perfectly balances sophisticated style with maximum utility. The interior features high ceilings, recessed lighting, and lovely parquet floors. The beautifully renovated kitchen boasts granite counters, upgraded cabinetry, a dishwasher, and a raised breakfast bar that provides an elegant separation from the main living area. Storage is unmatched for a studio, featuring two generous closets plus custom built-ins surrounding a functional murphy bed. The luxurious bathroom is finished with Calcutta marble floors, a custom linen closet, and a tiled tub/shower. Professionally managed with common laundry and reasonable dues that include heat and hot water. Experience the best of Back Bay living with world-class dining and shopping right at your doorstep.
Property Features
Bedrooms
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 2
- Entry Foyer Level: 5
- Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Storage
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Appliances
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Refrigerator
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Features: Central
- Heating: Yes
Interior Features
- Flooring: Wood, Marble
- Window Features: Insulated Windows
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
- Association Fee: 267
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 267
- Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
Multi-Unit Info
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 6351
- City Region: Back Bay
- Source Listing Status: New
- County: Suffolk
- Directions: Eastbound, between Berkley & Clarendon, just a bit more than a block from the Boston Public Gardens.
- Tax Year: 2026
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Exclusions: Personal Contents
- Home Warranty: No
- Area: Back Bay
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Back Bay
- Parcel Number: 3358711
- Zoning: RES
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 340
- Year Built: 1850
- Above Grade Finished Area: 340
- Building Area Total: 340
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Name: 56 & 60 Commonwealth Association
- Property Age: 176
- Property Attached: Yes
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Building Total Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Mid-Rise
- Year Built Details: Unknown/Mixed
- Year Built Effective: 1974
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- for Gas Range
- Water Source: Public
