Barbara Wales
Engel & Volkers Newton
(781) 512-8233
103 Total Sales
1 in Commonwealth
$442,000 Price
1254 Commonwealth Ave Unit 17 Allston, MA 02134
Commonwealth NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $489,291
2
Beds
1
Bath
822
Sq Ft
871
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Property is near public transit and schools
- 2-minute walk to Harvard Avenue Station
- Corner Lot
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Solid Surface Countertops
About This Home
As of April 2025Welcome to 1254 Commonwealth Avenue! This sunny 2 bedroom corner unit is a fantastic investment opportunity with a strong rental history. With a 97 Walk Score, the location of this property is undeniably convenient. The Green Line is right outside your door as well as the 66 bus. Easy access to BU, Allston Village, Coolidge Corner, grocery/convenience stores, restaurants and much more! The unit features an updated bathroom and kitchen with newer cabinetry, quartz countertops, gas cooking, and a passthrough to the living room. Majority of the windows have been recently updated as well. Hardwood floors throughout, soaring ceiling height, and plenty of closet space for storage - this is truly a special condo. This elevator building features in building laundry and beautiful period details throughout. Professionally managed HOA with heat and hot water included in the HOA fee. Don't miss your chance to make this special investment!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Joseph Pollack
Redfin Corp. Listed on: 03/12/2025
Co-Listed By
The Pollack & McLaughlin Group
Redfin Corp.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,390
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 871
HOA Fees
- $454 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 4th floor
Interior Spaces
- 822 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Picture Window
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry in Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Solid Surface Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Hot Water Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:21 P:01543 S:040,1206356
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
- 60 Units
- Mid-Rise Community
Amenities
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
- Elevator
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 12, 2025
Closed on
Mar 25, 2025
Sold by
Chang Fenyen
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joseph Pollack
Redfin Corp.
Buyer's Agent
Wangni Tian
Sweet Home Realty
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,100
10.02%
Views
42
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$60,709
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.80%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 26, 2014
Closed on
Apr 25, 2014
Sold by
Ninivaggi Anthony
Bought by
Chang Fenyen
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Bowen
Jonathan Bowen
Buyer's Agent
Jonathan Bowen
Jonathan Bowen
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
3.33%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1999
Sold by
Lee Meiling and Lee Yiu P
Bought by
Ninivaggi Anthony and Ninivaggi Carolyn
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Commonwealth, MA
-
Barbara Wales
-
Tina DiMonda
Tina DiMonda
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(857) 763-4448
28 Total Sales
1 in Commonwealth
$600,000 Price
-
Brian Caluori
Brian Caluori
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(781) 488-7488
90 Total Sales
2 in Commonwealth
$465K - $702K Price Range
-
Justin Giuliano
Justin Giuliano
617 Real Estate Group, LLC
(857) 971-8513
13 Total Sales
3 in Commonwealth
$290K - $490K Price Range
-
The Young Group
The Young Group
Leopold & McMasters Realty
(339) 333-8140
78 Total Sales
2 in Commonwealth
$369K - $450K Price Range
-
Jake Stamos
Jake Stamos
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
(617) 404-4513
3 Total Sales
1 in Commonwealth
$325,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $550,000 | None Available | ||
| Chang Fenyen | $310,000 | -- | |
| Ninivaggi Anthony | $144,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $65,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2025 04/08/25 | Sold | $550,000 | +10.0% | $669 / Sq Ft |
| 03/17/2025 03/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/12/2025 03/12/25 | For Sale | $499,900 | 0.0% | $608 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2012 10/17/12 | Rented | $2,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/17/2012 10/17/12 | For Rent | $2,000 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,492 | $474,300 | $0 | $474,300 |
| 2024 | $4,358 | $399,800 | $0 | $399,800 |
| 2023 | $4,294 | $399,800 | $0 | $399,800 |
| 2022 | $4,104 | $377,200 | $0 | $377,200 |
| 2021 | $3,981 | $373,100 | $0 | $373,100 |
| 2020 | $3,818 | $361,600 | $0 | $361,600 |
| 2019 | $3,737 | $354,600 | $0 | $354,600 |
| 2018 | $3,474 | $331,500 | $0 | $331,500 |
| 2017 | $3,251 | $307,000 | $0 | $307,000 |
| 2016 | $3,098 | $281,600 | $0 | $281,600 |
| 2015 | $2,898 | $239,300 | $0 | $239,300 |
| 2014 | $2,735 | $217,400 | $0 | $217,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Joseph Pollack
JP
Seller's Agent in 2025
Joseph Pollack
Redfin Corp.
-
TP
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
The Pollack & McLaughlin Group
Redfin Corp.
-
Wangni Tian
WT
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Wangni Tian
Sweet Home Realty
(617) 216-5682
4 in this area
34 Total Sales
-
Jonathan Bowen
Seller's Agent in 2015
Jonathan Bowen
Jonathan Bowen
(617) 967-7398
-
DP
Buyer's Agent in 2015
David Palandjian
David Palandjian
-
OG
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Oxana Generalova
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73344681
APN: ALLS-000000-000021-001543-000040
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