$480,890 - $556,000
RENTED AUG 19, 2025

14 Melvin Ave Unit 4 Brighton, MA 02135

Commonwealth Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
814 Sq Ft
436 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold July 31, 2015

Last sale price $350,000 $430 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,136/month

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • 2-minute walk to Washington Street
  • Community Pool
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • 2-minute walk to Brian Honan Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

Prime Brookline Border Location – Renovated 2-Bedroom w/ Balcony | Available 8/1 Location, charm, and modern updates all come together in this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom condo, ideally situated just steps from Whole Foods, the Green Line (T), coffee shops, and restaurants. Enjoy the best of urban living in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood between Boston University and Boston College.This light-filled unit features:Updated kitchen and modern tiled bathroomNew hardwood floors throughout Spacious bedrooms with large closets Private balcony off the living room with lovely neighborhood views Heat and hot water included in rent Laundry and private locked storage located just one floor down Professionally managed Only 0.1 mile to Washington St. T stop and close to Cleveland Circle, parks, and local dining. Available for August 1 move-in — don’t miss this opportunity!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Yangyang Zhou

Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington Listed on: 07/14/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Last Renter's Agent

Yangyang Zhou

Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington Listed on: 07/14/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,655

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 436

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 814 Sq Ft Home
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Additional Features

  • Balcony
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,750
  • Property Available on 9/1/25
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer, trash collection
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1209858

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,655

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • Available Date: 2025-09-01
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: No
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 2750

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 814
  • Living Area: 814
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 3.38
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 3.38
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 4

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1209858
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 814
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2019
Sold by
Xia Song
Bought by
Xia Song and Peng Xiaoshuang
Current Estimated Value
$508,223
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
Xia Song -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 Rented $2,750 0.0% --
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Under Contract -- -- --
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Rent $2,750 +37.5% --
08/27/2020 08/27/20 Rented $2,000 0.0% --
08/27/2020 08/27/20 Under Contract -- -- --
08/17/2020 08/17/20 Price Changed $2,000 -4.8% $2 / Sq Ft
07/26/2020 07/26/20 Price Changed $2,100 -4.5% $3 / Sq Ft
07/06/2020 07/06/20 Price Changed $2,200 -4.3% $3 / Sq Ft
06/30/2020 06/30/20 For Rent $2,300 0.0% --
07/31/2015 07/31/15 Sold $350,000 +0.3% $430 / Sq Ft
07/27/2015 07/27/15 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2015 07/16/15 For Sale $349,000 -- $429 / Sq Ft
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 $4,655 $402,000 $0 $402,000
2024 $4,224 $387,500 $0 $387,500
2023 $4,162 $387,500 $0 $387,500
2022 $3,978 $365,600 $0 $365,600
2021 $3,901 $365,600 $0 $365,600
2020 $3,575 $338,500 $0 $338,500
2019 $3,498 $331,900 $0 $331,900
2018 $3,252 $310,300 $0 $310,300
2017 $3,043 $287,300 $0 $287,300
2016 $2,900 $263,600 $0 $263,600
2015 $2,880 $237,800 $0 $237,800
2014 $2,854 $226,900 $0 $226,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Yangyang Zhou

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Yangyang Zhou

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

    (857) 318-7110

    3 in this area

    106 Total Sales

    Yangyang Zhou
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  • Xian He

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Xian He

    Harmony Hill Realty LLC

    (857) 389-2360

    1 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Xian He
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  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Arman Chitchian

    Conway - West Roxbury

    (617) 469-9200

    15 Total Sales

    Arman Chitchian
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  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Donna Jiang

    PageOne Realty, LLC

    (781) 727-7919

    12 Total Sales

    Donna Jiang
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73403997

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000021-001749-000062

Massachusetts Suffolk County Brighton 02135 Commonwealth

14 Melvin Ave Unit 4, Brighton, MA

This home is located at 14 Melvin Ave Unit 4, Brighton, MA 02135 since 14 July 2025 and is currently priced at $508,223. This property was built in 1910. 14 Melvin Ave Unit 4 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School and Torah Academy.

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