NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1875 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8 Brighton, MA 02135

Saint Elizabeth's Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $889,146

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,882 Sq Ft
1,873 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 12, 2017

Last sale price $670,000 $356 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,673 / mo

37 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2017

Elegant, gracious, and spacious floor thru with many original details and many updates. Eight rooms, 3-4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with 1882 SF of living space and an additional 80 SF of storage in the basement. All 21 windows were replaced in 2012 with wood Marvin Ultimate windows. The kitchen and one bathroom have been renovated. The bathroom has a Bosch Washer/Dryer in it. A very special building with 13 of 16 units currently owner occupied. There is a resident superintendant. The boiler was replaced in 2012 and pointing has been completed on all sides of the building. In Brighton/Chestnut Hill near the park and reservoir area, as well as restaurants and shops. Close to the former Circle Cinema project which will become the Waterstone Senior Living and the AC by Marriott hotel. There is easy public transportation including 3 Green Line MBTA lines, and a bus to Harvard Square. Rental cap for the association has been reached and this unit may not be rented.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy Grissom

Hammond Residential Real Estate Listed on: 01/10/2017

Hammond Residential Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Gaquin

Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton

Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton
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Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1910

Lot Details

1,873 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 4
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse, Front, Back
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Restrictions: Rentals, Other (See Remarks)
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 4
  • Year Built: 1910

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator - ENERGY STAR, Dryer - ENERGY STAR, Washer - ENERGY STAR
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Number of Rooms: 8
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Energy: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, French Doors
  • Bedroom 2: Fourth Floor, 12X12
  • Bedroom 3: Fourth Floor, 17X12
  • Bathroom #1: Fourth Floor
  • Bathroom #2: Fourth Floor
  • Kitchen: Fourth Floor, 12X11
  • Living Room: Fourth Floor, 18X12
  • Master Bedroom: Fourth Floor, 13X12
  • Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Fourth Floor, 18X11
  • Oth1 Room Name: Foyer
  • Oth1 Dimen: 13X8
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Oth1 Level: Fourth Floor
  • Oth2 Room Name: Study
  • Oth2 Dimen: 14X10
  • Oth2 Dscrp: Fireplace, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, High Speed Internet Hookup
  • Oth2 Level: Fourth Floor
  • Oth3 Room Name: Home Office
  • Oth3 Dimen: 12X7
  • Oth3 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Oth3 Level: Fourth Floor
  • Oth4 Dimen: 14X8
  • Oth4 Level: First Floor
  • No Living Levels: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tar & Gravel
  • Construction: Brick, Stone/Concrete
  • Exterior: Brick, Stone
  • Exterior Unit Features: City View(s)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Rented, On Street Permit
  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window AC, 2 Units, Individual
  • Heating: Central Heat, Steam, Oil, Common
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Oil, Tankless
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: Commonwealth Place Condominium
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Laundry Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Extra Storage, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Owner Association, Resident Superintendent
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • No Units: 16
  • Unit Building: 8

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: W:21 P:02510 S:040
  • Zoning: RES

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$889,146

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$425,000
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 10, 2017
Closed on
Apr 12, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Nancy Grissom
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mary Gaquin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$670,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.07%
Original Mortgage
$430,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Available
$670,000 --
$395,000 --
$155,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $380,000
Closed $425,000
Previous Owner $430,000
Previous Owner $61,465
Previous Owner $15,000
Previous Owner $135,000
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/12/2017 04/12/17 Sold $670,000 -0.7% $356 / Sq Ft
02/16/2017 02/16/17 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2017 02/09/17 For Sale $675,000 0.0% $359 / Sq Ft
01/27/2017 01/27/17 Pending -- -- --
01/10/2017 01/10/17 For Sale $675,000 -- $359 / Sq Ft
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 $9,548 $824,500 $0 $824,500
2024 $8,208 $753,000 $0 $753,000
2023 $8,087 $753,000 $0 $753,000
2022 $7,729 $710,400 $0 $710,400
2021 $7,480 $701,000 $0 $701,000
2020 $8,108 $767,800 $0 $767,800
2019 $7,926 $752,000 $0 $752,000
2018 $6,261 $597,400 $0 $597,400
2017 $5,859 $553,300 $0 $553,300
2016 $5,584 $507,600 $0 $507,600
2015 $5,678 $468,900 $0 $468,900
2014 $5,360 $426,100 $0 $426,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72107144

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000021-002510-000040

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