$430,000
SOLD MAR 16, 2023 RENTED JUN 27, 2025

1872 Commonwealth Ave Unit A Brighton, MA 02135

Commonwealth Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,165 Sq Ft
$358/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$369 Per Sq Ft

13% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 1-minute walk to Chestnut Hill Avenue Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Property is near public transit
  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • 3-minute walk to Shubow Park

About This Home

As of March 2023

This is the deal you are looking for! Wonderful 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom, with private storage, laundry in unit and over 1100 Sq. ft. This condo has consistent & solid rental history, low condo fee and prime location to Boston College, 1/3 of a mile to all 3 Greenline Trains and a host of restaurants, parks, supermarkets and all the city has to offer. Lovely hardwood floors, laundry in unit, updated appliances and countertops. Great closet space and direct walk in access to unit from street.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Arthur Deych

Block Realty Listed on: 02/01/2023

Co-Listed By

John McDonough

Block Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Derrick Truong

Central Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,739

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area

HOA Fees

  • $358 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,165 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range<<rangeHoodToken>>
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 60 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:21 P:02333 S:098,1217238

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 123 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Chestnut Hill Park Condos Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,739

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$358 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse, Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Appraiser
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1165
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN0907
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 325.32
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 369.1
  • MAIN SO: BB9956

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: 60 Amps/Less
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry
  • Association Fee: 358.04
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
  • UNIT BUILDING: A
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:21 P:02333 S:098,1217238
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Area: 0.03
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1165
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 194
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4739
  • Tax Book Number: 32941

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 123
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2023
Closed on
Mar 13, 2023
Sold by
Sopapunta Vajirakorn
Bought by
Wong Jenny A and Wong Kenny Q
Seller's Agent
Arthur Deych
Block Realty
Buyer's Agent
Derrick Truong
Central Real Estate
List Price
$379,000
Sold Price
$430,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
13.46%
Views
311
Current Estimated Value
$513,270

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$83,270
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2003
Sold by
Prabhakar Dileep M and Prabhakar Kathleen M
Bought by
Sopapunta Vajirakorn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,400
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2001
Sold by
Lerner Mitchell S
Bought by
Prabhaker Dileep M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,400
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 1999
Sold by
Kesselman Howard and Kesselman Tamara S
Bought by
Lerner Mitchell S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1989
Sold by
Dejeses Maria
Bought by
Kessleman Howard
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
Condominium Deed $430,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $258,000 --
Warranty Deed $183,000 --
Warranty Deed $122,000 --
Warranty Deed $129,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $57,217 No Value Available
Previous Owner $206,400 No Value Available
Previous Owner $206,400 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $154,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $146,400 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Rented $2,700 0.0% --
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Under Contract -- -- --
05/29/2025 05/29/25 For Rent $2,700 -30.8% --
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Price Changed $3,900 -7.1% $0 / Sq Ft
04/10/2025 04/10/25 Price Changed $4,200 -6.7% $0 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 For Rent $4,500 +73.1% --
08/13/2024 08/13/24 Rented $2,600 0.0% --
08/01/2024 08/01/24 Under Contract -- -- --
07/24/2024 07/24/24 For Rent $2,600 0.0% --
06/23/2023 06/23/23 Rented $2,600 0.0% --
06/20/2023 06/20/23 Under Contract -- -- --
05/29/2023 05/29/23 Price Changed $2,600 -7.1% $2 / Sq Ft
05/11/2023 05/11/23 Price Changed $2,800 -6.7% $2 / Sq Ft
04/18/2023 04/18/23 For Rent $3,000 0.0% --
03/16/2023 03/16/23 Sold $430,000 +13.5% $369 / Sq Ft
02/07/2023 02/07/23 Pending -- -- --
02/01/2023 02/01/23 For Sale $379,000 0.0% $325 / Sq Ft
08/20/2017 08/20/17 Rented $1,900 0.0% --
07/30/2017 07/30/17 Price Changed $1,900 -2.6% $0 / Sq Ft
07/17/2017 07/17/17 Price Changed $1,950 -2.5% $0 / Sq Ft
07/06/2017 07/06/17 Price Changed $2,000 -4.8% $0 / Sq Ft
06/08/2017 06/08/17 For Rent $2,100 -- --
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 $4,816 $415,900 $0 $415,900
2024 $4,648 $426,400 $0 $426,400
2023 $4,960 $461,800 $0 $461,800
2022 $4,739 $435,600 $0 $435,600
2021 $4,586 $429,800 $0 $429,800
2020 $4,162 $394,100 $0 $394,100
2019 $4,074 $386,500 $0 $386,500
2018 $3,786 $361,300 $0 $361,300
2017 $3,543 $334,600 $0 $334,600
2016 $2,985 $271,400 $0 $271,400
2015 $3,249 $268,300 $0 $268,300
2014 $3,067 $243,800 $0 $243,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73075225

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000021-002333-000098