$425,000

1691 Commonwealth Ave Unit 16 Brighton, MA 02135

Saint Elizabeths Neighborhood

Estimated payment $3,206/month

Total Views 733
2 Beds
1 Bath
695 Sq Ft
$612 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Elevator
  • 1-minute walk to Sutherland Street Station
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Intercom
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 2-minute walk to Wilson Park

About This Home

Welcome to 1691 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 16 — a spacious and thoughtfully laid-out condo in the heart of Brighton. This charming residence features hardwood floors throughout, large bedrooms, an inviting floor plan with flexible living options, and potential to function as a 3-bedroom rental. Located in a professionally managed elevator building, this home offers convenience and accessibility. Laundry on site. Reasonable condo fee includes heat and hot water. Enjoy close proximity to Brookline’s vibrant Washington Square, Whole Foods, MBTA Greenlines, and bus lines. Easy access to Cleveland Circle, restaurants, shops, Boston College, and Boston University. Ideal for both homeowners and investors alike, this is an excellent opportunity in a prime location.

Listing Agent

Arthur Kalenjian

Homes-R-Us Realty of MA, Inc. Listed on: 07/09/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,668

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

HOA Fees

  • $470 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 695 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Intercom

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:21 P:02649 S:032,1215650

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 34 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • 1691 Commonwealth Condominiums Community

Amenities

  • Elevator

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,668

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$470 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 695
  • Living Area: 695
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB4517
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 611.51
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 611.51

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 470
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 16

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:21 P:02649 S:032,1215650
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Area: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 695
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 105

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4668
  • Tax Book Number: 91

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 34
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $4,668 $403,100 $0 $403,100
2024 $4,009 $367,800 $0 $367,800
2023 $3,950 $367,800 $0 $367,800
2022 $3,775 $347,000 $0 $347,000
2021 $3,665 $343,500 $0 $343,500
2020 $3,067 $290,400 $0 $290,400
2019 $3,001 $284,700 $0 $284,700
2018 $2,790 $266,200 $0 $266,200
2017 $2,610 $246,500 $0 $246,500
2016 $2,487 $226,100 $0 $226,100
2015 $2,927 $241,700 $0 $241,700
2014 $2,763 $219,600 $0 $219,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2025 07/09/25 For Sale $425,000 0.0% $612 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 For Rent $2,325 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Land Court Massachusetts $257,000 --
Land Court Massachusetts $167,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $205,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $159,125 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73401738

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000021-002649-000032