1258 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8 Allston, MA 02134
Commonwealth Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
357
Sq Ft
$226/mo
HOA Fee
About This Home
As of July 2025NEW TO MARKET! Great Investment Opportunity. Large studio condominium in A+ location (94 walk-score) directly on Green B Line & 66 Bus Line, close to Coolidge Corner, Allston Village, Boston University, multiple grocery stores, and endless dining & entertainment options. The unit boasts a spacious floor plan with large entryway that creates a warm-welcome and offers great storage space, a front-facing living space with bay windows overlooking Comm Ave, separate kitchen with recently updated counter tops and cabinetry, and a nice/clean bathroom. The living space is quite large and can accommodate a bed set, desk/office space, and sitting area. Hardwood floors throughout, very high ceilings, and natural light pours into this unit. Low condo fee includes heat & hot water, laundry and elevator in building. The only condo in Allston under $300K. This unit has strong rental history and offers great opportunity for appreciation and strong return-on-investment. Open Houses Saturday & Sunday.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,328
Year Built
- 1920
HOA Fees
- $226 per month
Utilities
- 1 Heating Zone
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2002
Sold by
Dasilva Gilvan B
Bought by
Kao Mei-Fang
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$81,600
Outstanding Balance
$35,009
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$309,460
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2001
Sold by
Dasilva Gilvan B
Bought by
Dasilva Gilvan B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,500
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $102,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $86,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $81,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $64,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $33,600 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | Sold | $328,000 | -6.0% | $919 / Sq Ft |
| 06/22/2025 06/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/01/2025 06/01/25 | Price Changed | $349,000 | -2.8% | $978 / Sq Ft |
| 05/06/2025 05/06/25 | For Sale | $359,000 | 0.0% | $1,006 / Sq Ft |
| 11/29/2024 11/29/24 | Off Market | $2,475 | -- | -- |
| 09/29/2024 09/29/24 | For Rent | $2,475 | +23.8% | -- |
| 11/09/2023 11/09/23 | Rented | $2,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/08/2023 11/08/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/06/2023 11/06/23 | Price Changed | $2,000 | -4.8% | $6 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2023 10/31/23 | For Rent | $2,100 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/25/2023 05/25/23 | Sold | $355,000 | -5.3% | $994 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2023 04/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/29/2023 03/29/23 | For Sale | $375,000 | +28.4% | $1,050 / Sq Ft |
| 12/22/2021 12/22/21 | Sold | $292,000 | +4.7% | $818 / Sq Ft |
| 12/08/2021 12/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/06/2021 12/06/21 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/22/2021 11/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/16/2021 11/16/21 | For Sale | $279,000 | 0.0% | $782 / Sq Ft |
| 10/04/2021 10/04/21 | Rented | $1,450 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/01/2021 10/01/21 | For Rent | $1,450 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 | $3,328 | $287,400 | $0 | $287,400 |
| 2024 | $3,199 | $293,500 | $0 | $293,500 |
| 2023 | $3,139 | $292,300 | $0 | $292,300 |
| 2022 | $3,001 | $275,800 | $0 | $275,800 |
| 2021 | $2,943 | $275,800 | $0 | $275,800 |
| 2020 | $2,334 | $221,000 | $0 | $221,000 |
| 2019 | $2,284 | $216,700 | $0 | $216,700 |
| 2018 | $2,123 | $202,600 | $0 | $202,600 |
| 2017 | $1,987 | $187,600 | $0 | $187,600 |
| 2016 | $1,893 | $172,100 | $0 | $172,100 |
| 2015 | $1,671 | $138,000 | $0 | $138,000 |
| 2014 | $1,578 | $125,400 | $0 | $125,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2025
Anthony Coppola
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2023
Jack Yang
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
-
O
Seller's Agent in 2023
Orit Aviv
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Chase Donley
Metro Realty Corp.
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2021
Matthew Petty
FRAME Residential
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Debbie Adamidis
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72920439
APN: ALLS-000000-000021-001543-000082
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