NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1560 Commonwealth Ave Unit 6 Brighton, MA 02135

Commonwealth Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $487,000 - $517,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
700 Sq Ft
697 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold June 29, 2018

Last sale price $455,000 $650 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,194/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to Washington Street
  • 3-minute walk to Brian Honan Park

About This Home

As of June 2018

Washington Square two bedroom condo, currently owner occupied and very well maintained. Great for an investor or a first time city buyer. Big windows, high ceilings, and hardwood floors throughout on this 2nd floor walk up with street views. Tons of natural light and an ideal location for a commuter. Both bedrooms are good and evenly sized. Access to MBTA Green line (B line just outside door and walking distance to C and D lines), in addition to 65 bus lines with access to Cambridge and Longwood Medical. Short walk to Brookline's Washington Square, Cleveland Circle, and Brighton Center. Whole foods less than 5 minute walk! Restaurants, coffee shops, parks and more all close by. All windows replaced in 2017. Kitchen with newer tiling and appliances including stainless steel fridge, dishwasher, and oven/stove. Professionally managed property. Large basement with convenient bicycle storage and laundry in the building.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kevin Cleary

RE/MAX Select Realty Listed on: 05/16/2018

RE/MAX Select Realty

Co-Listed By

Michael Scottberg

RE/MAX Select Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Roei Biberstain

Compass

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,051

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 697

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2101724354

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,051

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Attached
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 627.00
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 6
  • Unit Level: 2
  • Unit Placement: Upper, Middle, Front
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 4
  • Kitchen: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 6X9
  • Living Room: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 13X15
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: BB4637
  • Main So: BB3081
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 700.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: On Street Permit

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewage District: Bos
  • Heating: Hot Water Radiators
  • Heat Zones: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 431.10
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 293700.00
  • Page: 826
  • Parcel Number: 2101724354
  • Zoning: res

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 539.51
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1214823

Multi Family

  • No Units: 186
  • No Units Owner Occ: 36

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2025
Sold by
Cohen Samantha
Bought by
Kimura Hannah
Current Estimated Value
$505,380

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$415,000
Outstanding Balance
$413,151
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$92,229

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2018
Closed on
Jun 29, 2018
Sold by
Aytek Kerem
Bought by
Cohen Samantha
Seller's Agent
Kevin Cleary
RE/MAX Select Realty
Buyer's Agent
Roei Biberstain
Compass
List Price
$438,900
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,100
3.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2010
Sold by
Shapiro Frederick S and Shapiro Ruth
Bought by
Aytek Kerem

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,600
Interest Rate
5.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 1, 2002
Sold by
Fdic and Capital B & T Co
Bought by
Shapiro Frederick S and Shapiro Ruth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$597,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 1989
Sold by
Hanley Christopher
Bought by
Walsh Ann C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,600
Interest Rate
10.39%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kimura Hannah $505,000 None Available
Cohen Samantha $455,000 --
Aytek Kerem $216,820 --
Aytek Kerem $216,820 --
Shapiro Frederick S $571,500 --
Walsh Ann C $100,800 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kimura Hannah $415,000
Previous Owner Aytek Kerem $162,600
Previous Owner Walsh Ann C $597,000
Previous Owner Walsh Ann C $80,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/29/2018 06/29/18 Sold $455,000 +3.7% $650 / Sq Ft
05/30/2018 05/30/18 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2018 05/16/18 For Sale $438,900 -- $627 / 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 $6,051 $522,500 $0 $522,500
2024 $5,361 $491,800 $0 $491,800
2023 $5,282 $491,800 $0 $491,800
2022 $5,048 $464,000 $0 $464,000
2021 $5,073 $475,400 $0 $475,400
2020 $4,637 $439,100 $0 $439,100
2019 $3,312 $314,200 $0 $314,200
2018 $3,078 $293,700 $0 $293,700
2017 $2,880 $272,000 $0 $272,000
2016 $2,746 $249,600 $0 $249,600
2015 $2,665 $220,100 $0 $220,100
2014 $2,516 $200,000 $0 $200,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72328437

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000021-001724-000354