NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1742 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 Brighton, MA 02135

Commonwealth Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $509,000 - $541,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
745 Sq Ft
871 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 8, 2023

Last sale price $535,000 $718 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,794 / mo

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Stables
  • 2-minute walk to Chiswick Road Station
  • No Units Above
  • Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
  • Medical Services
  • 3-minute walk to Wilson Park

About This Home

As of June 2023

Top floor updated two bed, one bath condominium with in unit laundry. Updated kitchen with modern cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, breakfast nook, gas stove, dishwasher, disposal, and microwave. High ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Two large bedrooms including one with exposed brick and a large modern bathroom. If that wasn't enough this unit includes a large covered porch. Great location near Whole Foods, Cleveland Circle, Chestnut Hill, Boston College, and a short walk to vibrant Washington Square. Located by the Sutherland Green Line (B) stop and a short walk to the (C) & (D) trains. Street parking right out front no permit needed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

James Kopecky

Red Tree Real Estate Listed on: 04/19/2023

Red Tree Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Margie Gundersheim

Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,031

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 871

HOA Fees

  • $490 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 745 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Bay Window

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Natural Gas Connected

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • No Units Above
  • Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:21 P:02212 S:014,1216170

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
  • 15 Units
  • Low-Rise Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Community Stables
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,031

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

871 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$490 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Main,First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, First Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 745
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN0907
  • MAIN SO: AN4866

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 490.34
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:21 P:02212 S:014,1216170
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 745
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4031

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 15
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 19, 2023
Closed on
Jun 8, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
James Kopecky
Red Tree Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Margie Gundersheim
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
$36,000
7.21%
Views
62
Current Estimated Value
$521,557

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$13,443
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.81%
Original Mortgage
$428,000
Interest Rate
0.0643%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Interest Rate
0.0536%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 1991
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$535,000 None Available
-- --
$145,000 --
$60,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $428,000
Closed $150,000
Previous Owner $190,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/08/2023 06/08/23 Sold $535,000 +7.2% $718 / Sq Ft
04/24/2023 04/24/23 Pending -- -- --
04/19/2023 04/19/23 For Sale $499,000 0.0% $670 / Sq Ft
09/29/2020 09/29/20 Rented $2,300 0.0% --
09/29/2020 09/29/20 Under Contract -- -- --
08/24/2020 08/24/20 Price Changed $2,300 -4.2% $3 / Sq Ft
08/14/2020 08/14/20 For Rent $2,400 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History

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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 $5,540 $478,400 $0 $478,400
2024 $4,091 $375,300 $0 $375,300
2023 $4,031 $375,300 $0 $375,300
2022 $3,853 $354,100 $0 $354,100
2021 $3,778 $354,100 $0 $354,100
2020 $3,865 $366,000 $0 $366,000
2019 $3,783 $358,900 $0 $358,900
2018 $3,174 $302,900 $0 $302,900
2017 $2,970 $280,500 $0 $280,500
2016 $2,597 $236,100 $0 $236,100
2015 $2,870 $237,000 $0 $237,000
2014 $2,708 $215,300 $0 $215,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • James Kopecky

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    James Kopecky

    Red Tree Real Estate

    (617) 999-3772

    3 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    James Kopecky
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  • Margie Gundersheim

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Margie Gundersheim

    Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors

    (617) 645-4086

    4 in this area

    144 Total Sales

    Margie Gundersheim
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Mike Swiderski

    Phoenix Realty Group

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73100292

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000021-002212-000014

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02135 Commonwealth

1742 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5, Boston, MA

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