NOT LISTED FOR SALE

178 Brighton Ave Unit 17 Allston, MA 02134

Commonwealth Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $502,722

3 Beds
1 Bath
810 Sq Ft
2.3 Acres

Last Sold May 13, 2022

Last sale price $465,000 $574 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,179/month

Highlights

  • 99,999 Sq Ft lot
  • 5-minute walk to Harvard Avenue Station
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2025

Available now. TOP Floor three bedroom condo near BU Student Village/West Campus. Easy access to the Green Line for a quick downtown commute. On the bus line and convenient to Boston Medical Center Shuttle. Experience urban living in this freshly painted, full of natural light top floor 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment located in the heart of Allston. Featuring sleek hardwood floors, a spacious kitchen with ample cabinet and storage space, and a beautifully updated bathroom, this bright unit captures abundant natural light throughout the day. Situated on vibrant Brighton Avenue, you'll be just steps from Dunkin' Donuts, CVS Pharmacy, and countless other shops and restaurants, with easy access to the Green Line for a quick downtown commute. Heat and hot water are included, and street parking is available with a city permit. Washer and dryer are on-site. Lease terms are flexible. Undergrads are OK (Guarantor required).

Last Agent to Rent the Property

KatyaPitts &Team

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 12/04/2024

Leading Edge Real Estate

Last Renter's Agent

KatyaPitts &Team

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 12/04/2024

Leading Edge Real Estate

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,335

Year Built

  • 1920

Lot Details

  • 2.3

Home Design

  • 810 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,750
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1205918

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,335

Year Built

1920

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(8)
  • Available Now: Yes
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: No
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 2750

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 4
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Living Area: 810
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN4643
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 3.4
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 3.64
  • MAIN SO: AN4643

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 17

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1205918
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 99999
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2022
Closed on
May 13, 2022
Sold by
Lee Alice L and Tang Johnson
Bought by
Mo Robert H and Wang Yan
Seller's Agent
Sanford Lui
Giant Realty
Buyer's Agent
KatyaPitts &Team
Leading Edge Real Estate
List Price
$490,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-5.1%
Current Estimated Value
$502,722

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$37,722
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2015
Sold by
Lee Billy W and Lee Christine T
Bought by
Johnson Lee Alice L and Johnson Tang

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 1997
Sold by
Zar Roman D and Fdic
Bought by
Lee Billy W and Lee Christinet C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Mo Robert H -- None Available
Johnson Lee Alice L $310,000 --
Lee Billy W $57,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lee Billy W $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/10/2025 08/10/25 Off Market $2,750 -- --
06/10/2025 06/10/25 For Rent $2,750 0.0% --
03/06/2025 03/06/25 Off Market $2,750 -- --
01/23/2025 01/23/25 For Rent $2,750 0.0% --
11/12/2024 11/12/24 For Rent $2,750 0.0% --
05/13/2022 05/13/22 Sold $465,000 -0.9% $574 / Sq Ft
04/02/2022 04/02/22 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2022 03/25/22 Price Changed $469,000 -4.3% $579 / Sq Ft
03/08/2022 03/08/22 For Sale $490,000 -- $605 / 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 $5,335 $460,700 $0 $460,700
2024 $4,542 $416,700 $0 $416,700
2023 $4,475 $416,700 $0 $416,700
2022 $4,112 $377,900 $0 $377,900
2021 $3,988 $373,800 $0 $373,800
2020 $4,017 $380,400 $0 $380,400
2019 $3,931 $373,000 $0 $373,000
2018 $3,654 $348,700 $0 $348,700
2017 $3,420 $322,900 $0 $322,900
2016 $3,259 $296,300 $0 $296,300
2015 $2,937 $242,500 $0 $242,500
2014 $2,771 $220,300 $0 $220,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sanford Lui

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Sanford Lui

    Giant Realty

    (617) 826-9689

    2 in this area

    32 Total Sales

    Sanford Lui
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  • Giant Realty Group

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Giant Realty Group

    Giant Realty

    (617) 888-2829

    2 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Giant Realty Group
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  • K

    Landlord's Agent in 2022

    KatyaPitts &Team

    Leading Edge Real Estate

    (781) 643-0430

    2 in this area

    106 Total Sales

    KatyaPitts &Team
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73317311

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ALLS-000000-000021-000898-000032

Massachusetts Suffolk County Allston 02134 Commonwealth

178 Brighton Ave Unit 17, Allston, MA

This home is located at 178 Brighton Ave Unit 17, Allston, MA 02134 since 04 December 2024 and is currently priced at $502,722. This property was built in 1920. 178 Brighton Ave Unit 17 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Match Charter Public School, Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School, and German International School Boston.

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