NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1259 Commonwealth Ave Unit 3 Allston, MA 02134

Commonwealth Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $580,000 - $647,035

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,088 Sq Ft
$430/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold February 19, 2021

Last sale price $542,000 $498 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,190/month

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Facilities
  • 1-minute walk to Harvard Avenue Station

About This Home

As of February 2021

Fall in love with this unit oozing with charm & character from the super high ceilings, the crown molding & beautiful trim/wood work, to the wonderful original built-ins. Recently re-finished hardwood floors, freshly painted & a new vanity, toilet & light fixtures in the classic bath. The kitchen boasts all new SS appliances, Corian countertops & nice maple cabinets. This unit has a super flexible floor plan, where it's currently being used as a 3 bed. The foyer is xtra large & can house a desk & other furniture, the primary bedroom anchored by a fireplace, can be 2 rooms, w/bed & living area, the 2nd bedroom is large with a balcony off of it, and the 3rd ideally could be an office but is staged as a bedroom now. Middle room used as a combo dining/living room. Perfect for investors who want to get the most rent. This is a prime location right across from the green line T, on the corner of Harvard, walking distance to Brookline & so many restaurants, shops & retail. 1 deeded parking too

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sherri Quist

Compass Listed on: 09/22/2020

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Last Buyer's Agent

Sherri Quist

Compass Listed on: 09/22/2020

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,549

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 958

HOA Fees

  • $430 per month

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Oil

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • Laundry Facilities

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,549

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$430 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Low-Rise
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 504.60
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lead Paint: Certified Treated
  • Unit Building: 3
  • Unit Level: 2
  • Unit Placement: Upper, Front, Back
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 21X14, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 17X12, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Second Floor
  • No Rooms: 5
  • Dining Room: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 16X12, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Kitchen: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 11X8, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry: On Level: Basement
  • Laundry Features: Common, In Building
  • Living Room: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 16X12, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting
  • Basement: Y
  • Other Room 1: Name: Foyer, On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 14X9, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors
  • Other Room 2: Name: Office, On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 9X8, Flooring - Hardwood
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: AN2383
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1088.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stone/Concrete
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Insulation Feature: Unknown
  • Exterior Unit Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Assigned, Deeded
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/Less
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Hot Water Radiators, Oil
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 430.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Refuse Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: Commonwealth Oaks

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 379300.00
  • Page: 999
  • Zoning: res

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4034.92
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1208460
  • Tax Year: 2021

Multi Family

  • No Units: 32
  • No Units Owner Occ: 10

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2020
Closed on
Jan 16, 2021
Sold by
Rodriguez Heather
Bought by
Hardiman Michael J and Hardiman Michelle B
Seller's Agent
Sherri Quist
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sherri Quist
Compass
List Price
$589,000
Sold Price
$542,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$47,000
-7.98%
Current Estimated Value
$605,259

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$63,259
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.62%
Original Mortgage
$406,500
Outstanding Balance
$364,089
Interest Rate
2.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$218,638

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2002
Sold by
Bell Hugo and Bell Ana
Bought by
Lewallen Heather

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 1989
Sold by
Larkin Ann P
Bought by
Bell Hugo
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hardiman Michael J $542,000 None Available
Lewallen Heather $200,000 --
Bell Hugo $141,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hardiman Michael J $406,500
Previous Owner Bell Hugo $115,000
Previous Owner Bell Hugo $115,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/19/2021 02/19/21 Sold $542,000 -1.3% $498 / Sq Ft
11/28/2020 11/28/20 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2020 10/28/20 Price Changed $549,000 -4.5% $505 / Sq Ft
10/07/2020 10/07/20 Price Changed $574,900 -2.4% $528 / Sq Ft
09/22/2020 09/22/20 For Sale $589,000 0.0% $541 / Sq Ft
08/30/2017 08/30/17 Rented $2,150 0.0% --
08/29/2017 08/29/17 Under Contract -- -- --
08/18/2017 08/18/17 Price Changed $2,150 -2.1% $2 / Sq Ft
08/10/2017 08/10/17 Price Changed $2,195 -2.4% $2 / Sq Ft
07/18/2017 07/18/17 For Rent $2,250 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $5,549 $479,200 $0 $479,200
2024 $4,688 $430,100 $0 $430,100
2023 $4,619 $430,100 $0 $430,100
2022 $4,415 $405,800 $0 $405,800
2021 $3,906 $366,100 $0 $366,100
2020 $4,005 $379,300 $0 $379,300
2019 $3,920 $371,900 $0 $371,900
2018 $3,644 $347,700 $0 $347,700
2017 $3,410 $322,000 $0 $322,000
2016 $3,249 $295,400 $0 $295,400
2015 $3,698 $305,400 $0 $305,400
2014 $3,491 $277,500 $0 $277,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sherri Quist

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Sherri Quist

    Compass

    (617) 359-1191

    1 in this area

    62 Total Sales

    Sherri Quist
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  • Alexander Koziakov

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Alexander Koziakov

    Compass

    (617) 755-4484

    3 in this area

    81 Total Sales

    Alexander Koziakov
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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jean Flynn

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72730538

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ALLS-000000-000021-000866-000038

Massachusetts Suffolk County Allston 02134 Commonwealth

1259 Commonwealth Ave Unit 3, Allston, MA

This home is located at 1259 Commonwealth Ave Unit 3, Allston, MA 02134 since 22 September 2020 and is currently estimated at $605,259, approximately $556 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 1259 Commonwealth Ave Unit 3 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Match Charter Public School and Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School.

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