$358,000
SOLD DEC 15, 2016

1872 Commonwealth Ave Unit 11 Brighton, MA 02135

Commonwealth Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
625 Sq Ft
610 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$573 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

10 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2016

Brookline style in a Brighton price point. Sophisticated third floor condo features exposed brick, hardwood floors, open layout, and many updates and improvements. Freshly painted, recessed lights, and ceiling fans. Enjoy morning coffee at the kitchen island. Modern pendant lights provide a pop of color in the eat-in kitchen which includes double sinks. Step out through the hallway to your back deck where you can entertain friends or relax with a book. Two closets in the main living area: one deep enough to store your skis easily with room for more. Great bedroom with a large closet equipped with custom shelving. Updated bath. This urban gem boasts a Commonwealth Avenue address with easy access to public transportation, colleges, universities, and many city amenities, shops, restaurants, cultural events, and green space. First showings at commuter open house Friday, November 11.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janet Porcaro

Keller Williams Realty Listed on: 11/08/2016

Keller Williams Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris Kostopoulos

Keller Williams Realty

Keller Williams Realty

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,028

Year Built

1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 3
  • Unit Placement: Back
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1940

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, T-Station, University
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Kitchen: Third Floor, 15X11
  • Living Room: Third Floor, 31X15
  • Master Bedroom: Third Floor, 11X11
  • Master Bedroom Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • No Living Levels: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rubber
  • Construction: Brick, Stone/Concrete
  • Exterior: Brick, Stone
  • Exterior Unit Features: Covered Patio/Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Individual
  • Heating: Hot Water Radiators
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: Chestnut Hill Park
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • No Units: 123
  • Unit Building: 11

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2102333120
  • Zoning: --

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 2015
Sold by
Jencks Michael C and Jencks Robert
Bought by
Jencks Michael
Current Estimated Value
$472,720

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2014
Closed on
Jun 20, 2014
Sold by
Smith Alison J
Bought by
Jencks Michael C and Jencks Francie A
Seller's Agent
Travis Barfield
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Travis Barfield
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$284,000
Sold Price
$284,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.64%
Original Mortgage
$213,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 1997
Sold by
American Acquis Llc
Bought by
Ferla Cristina M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$51,000
Interest Rate
7.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 1997
Sold by
French Thomas
Bought by
America Acquisitin Llc
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $284,000 --
Deed $68,000 --
Deed $78,343 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $213,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $51,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2023 06/27/23 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
06/16/2023 06/16/23 Under Contract -- -- --
06/12/2023 06/12/23 For Rent $2,400 +9.1% --
06/02/2020 06/02/20 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
05/20/2020 05/20/20 For Rent $2,200 0.0% --
12/15/2016 12/15/16 Sold $358,000 +3.8% $573 / Sq Ft
11/18/2016 11/18/16 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2016 11/08/16 For Sale $344,900 +21.4% $552 / Sq Ft
06/20/2014 06/20/14 Sold $284,000 0.0% $454 / Sq Ft
05/01/2014 05/01/14 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2014 05/01/14 Off Market $284,000 -- --
04/29/2014 04/29/14 For Sale $284,000 0.0% $454 / Sq Ft
02/05/2013 02/05/13 Rented $1,450 0.0% --
02/05/2013 02/05/13 For Rent $1,450 -- --
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 $5,028 $434,200 $0 $434,200
2024 $4,535 $416,100 $0 $416,100
2023 $4,469 $416,100 $0 $416,100
2022 $4,271 $392,600 $0 $392,600
2021 $4,156 $389,500 $0 $389,500
2020 $3,793 $359,200 $0 $359,200
2019 $3,711 $352,100 $0 $352,100
2018 $3,450 $329,200 $0 $329,200
2017 $3,228 $304,800 $0 $304,800
2016 $2,867 $260,600 $0 $260,600
2015 $2,685 $221,700 $0 $221,700
2014 $2,535 $201,500 $0 $201,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72091074

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000021-002333-000120