NOT LISTED FOR SALE

178 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,636,000 - $1,791,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,239 Sq Ft
1,220 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold June 22, 2016

Last sale price $1,050,000 $847 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,549/month

181 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2016

Wonderful Commonwealth Avenue Penthouse opportunity with private roof deck and one deeded parking space. This duplex home features two bedrooms, two full bathrooms and an elegant front facing living and dining room with fireplace, bay window and French doors to the kitchen with appliances by Sub Zero, Bosch and Thermador. The loft-like master bedroom with skylight encompasses the upper level and connects to a separate sitting area, large walk-in closet and full bath with stackable laundry. One flight above is the private roof deck that offers wonderful views of tree-lined Commonwealth Avenue and the Back Bay skyline.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Campion

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate Listed on: 10/19/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Nancy Callanan

Commonwealth Homes Realty Group, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,181

Year Built

1879

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 4
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1879

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Basement: No
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, University
  • No Living Levels: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Roof

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Deeded
  • Parking: Deeded
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Wall AC
  • Heating: Oil
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 6
  • Unit Building: 7

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Zoning: residentai

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 19, 2015
Closed on
Jun 22, 2016
Sold by
Gravenslund Wilmot J E
Bought by
Callanan Joseph P
Seller's Agent
Tracy Campion
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Callanan
Commonwealth Homes Realty Group, LLC
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$400,000
-27.59%
Current Estimated Value
$1,727,054

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$677,054
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.55%
Original Mortgage
$840,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 1991
Sold by
Pye Elin M
Bought by
Gravenslund Wilmot J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$238,000
Interest Rate
9.44%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 1989
Sold by
Kahn Stephen J
Bought by
Pye Elin M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
10.79%
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
Callanan Joseph P $1,050,000 --
Gravenslund Wilmot J $338,000 --
Pye Elin M $300,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Callanan Joseph P $1,100,000
Closed Callanan Joseph P $840,000
Previous Owner Pye Elin M $238,000
Previous Owner Pye Elin M $260,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/22/2016 06/22/16 Sold $1,050,000 -19.1% $847 / Sq Ft
04/17/2016 04/17/16 Pending -- -- --
03/01/2016 03/01/16 Price Changed $1,298,000 -3.9% $1,048 / Sq Ft
11/24/2015 11/24/15 Price Changed $1,350,000 -6.9% $1,090 / Sq Ft
10/19/2015 10/19/15 For Sale $1,450,000 -- $1,170 / 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 $16,181 $1,397,300 $0 $1,397,300
2024 $15,231 $1,397,300 $0 $1,397,300
2023 $14,293 $1,330,800 $0 $1,330,800
2022 $14,195 $1,304,700 $0 $1,304,700
2021 $13,121 $1,229,700 $0 $1,229,700
2020 $13,466 $1,275,200 $0 $1,275,200
2019 $13,173 $1,249,800 $0 $1,249,800
2018 $12,354 $1,178,800 $0 $1,178,800
2017 $11,893 $1,123,000 $0 $1,123,000
2016 $11,545 $1,049,500 $0 $1,049,500
2015 $10,504 $867,400 $0 $867,400
2014 $9,446 $750,900 $0 $750,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71921157

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001382-000114