NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $3,244,000 - $4,082,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
4,465 Sq Ft
$800/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 05, 2014

Last sale price $1,870,000 $419 Per Sq Ft

Est. 91% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $22,562/month

66 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2014

2014 Thoughtful renovation of brick Colonial ideally located on the Carriage Lane on West Newton Hill. High quality craftsmanship is apparent throughout. The gracious entry foyer is flanked by a spacious front-to-back living room and formal dining room and leads to a powder room and family room. From the family is the spectacular kitchen with island, and top of the line appliance, sliders open to the bluestone patio and there is access to the mudroom with direct entry to the two car garage. Additionally, sliders from the living room open to the large screened in porch overlooking the beautifully landscaped level backyard. The second level features a spacious master bedroom with cathedral ceilings, an outfitted closet and custom bathroom. There are three additional bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom, a study and a hall bathroom with laundry. The finished lower level offers a family room with a fireplace, bar area, gym and full bathroom. Close to Peirce Elementary School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Vaghar

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton Listed on: 09/05/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Last Buyer's Agent

Ilene Solomon

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2016
Bought by
Kessler Seth S and Kessler Allison B
Current Estimated Value
$3,572,296

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$770,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2014
Closed on
Dec 5, 2014
Sold by
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Bought by
Kessler Seth S and Kessler Allison B
Seller's Agent
Carol Vaghar
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Buyer's Agent
Ilene Solomon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
List Price
$2,250,000
Sold Price
$1,870,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$380,000
-16.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.10%
Original Mortgage
$1,215,500
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2013
Sold by
Commonwealth 1585 Rt
Bought by
1585 Commonwealth Ave

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,469,000
Interest Rate
4.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kessler Seth S -- --
Kessler Seth S $1,870,000 --
1585 Commonwealth Ave $1,200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kessler Seth S $785,000
Closed Kessler Seth S $770,000
Previous Owner Kessler Seth S $1,215,500
Previous Owner 1585 Commonwealth Ave $1,469,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/05/2014 12/05/14 Sold $1,870,000 0.0% $419 / Sq Ft
11/10/2014 11/10/14 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2014 10/27/14 Off Market $1,870,000 -- --
10/03/2014 10/03/14 Price Changed $1,999,999 -4.8% $448 / Sq Ft
09/18/2014 09/18/14 Price Changed $2,099,999 -6.7% $470 / Sq Ft
09/05/2014 09/05/14 For Sale $2,250,000 -- $504 / 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 $32,854 $3,352,400 $1,438,500 $1,913,900
2024 $31,767 $3,254,800 $1,396,600 $1,858,200
2023 $30,797 $3,025,200 $1,089,900 $1,935,300
2022 $29,468 $2,801,100 $1,009,200 $1,791,900
2021 $28,433 $2,642,500 $952,100 $1,690,400
2020 $27,588 $2,642,500 $952,100 $1,690,400
2019 $26,784 $2,563,100 $924,400 $1,638,700
2018 $23,885 $2,207,500 $834,400 $1,373,100
2017 $23,157 $2,082,500 $787,200 $1,295,300
2016 $22,149 $1,946,300 $735,700 $1,210,600
2015 $14,583 $1,256,100 $625,100 $631,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71738821

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-000032-000023-000006