NOT LISTED FOR SALE

191 Commonwealth Ave Unit 61 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $5,076,000 - $7,489,736

4 Beds
4 Baths
4,072 Sq Ft
$2,335/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold October 29, 2021

Last sale price $8,500,000 $2,087 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $41,942/month

127 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 5 Cooling Zones
  • 4-minute walk to Copley Station
  • 1-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of October 2021

Presenting a truly exquisite residence in one of Boston's most storied landmark buildings. The Penthouse atop the former Agassiz Hotel. Overlooking Commonwealth Avenue, this elegant south-facing residence has been meticulously restored over two years of renovation. A brand new elevator brings you to 4,100 square feet of luxurious living space all on one level. A majestic receiving foyer, 3+ bedrooms, soaring ceilings, four exposures, multiple new skylights and magnificent views. 191 Commonwealth Avenue is an exclusive concierge building with only 15 units.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mizner+ Montero

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 05/18/2021

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracy Campion

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $63,697

Year Built

  • 1899

Lot Details

  • 3,920

HOA Fees

  • $2,335 per month

Utilities

  • 5 Cooling Zones
  • 5 Heating Zones

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$63,697

Year Built

1899

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$2,335 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Directions: " The sunny side" of Commonwealth Ave and Exeter street in the heart of Back Bay proper.
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1899

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Trash Compactor,Washer,Dryer
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • MAIN SO: BB5984
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Deeded
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • HEAT ZONES: 5
  • COOLING ZONES: 5
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Security: Concierge
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 2335
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • LOT SIZE: 4072
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3920.399999
  • Zoning: 0

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 16

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 50780
  • Tax Book Number: 58726
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2021
Closed on
Oct 15, 2021
Sold by
Cerk Norman and Cerk Heewon
Bought by
Halverstadt Douglas and Halverstadt Kathleen
Seller's Agent
Mizner+ Montero
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Campion
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Sold Price
$8,500,000
Current Estimated Value
$6,520,579

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,979,421
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.37%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2017
Closed on
Oct 30, 2017
Sold by
Ets Commonwealth Llc
Bought by
Cerk Norman and Cerk Heewon
Seller's Agent
Brigitte Petrocelli
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Mark Ott
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
List Price
$5,295,000
Sold Price
$5,097,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$197,500
-3.73%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.64%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2000
Sold by
Lemley E Cecile and Lemley Fraser
Bought by
Ets Commonwelth Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,935,000
Interest Rate
7.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 1990
Sold by
Scheft Gary
Bought by
Lemley Cecile

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Interest Rate
9.95%
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
Halverstadt Douglas $8,240,000 None Available
Cerk Norman $5,097,500 --
Ets Commonwelth Llc $2,400,000 --
Lemley Cecile $980,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lemley Cecile $1,500,000
Previous Owner Lemley Cecile $670,000
Previous Owner Lemley Cecile $2,935,000
Previous Owner Lemley Cecile $675,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/29/2021 10/29/21 Sold $8,500,000 0.0% $2,087 / Sq Ft
09/22/2021 09/22/21 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2021 09/20/21 For Sale -- -- --
09/17/2021 09/17/21 Off Market $8,500,000 -- --
05/19/2021 05/19/21 For Sale $9,350,000 +10.0% $2,296 / Sq Ft
05/18/2021 05/18/21 Off Market $8,500,000 -- --
05/18/2021 05/18/21 For Sale $9,350,000 +83.4% $2,296 / Sq Ft
10/30/2017 10/30/17 Sold $5,097,500 -3.7% $1,252 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/26/2017 10/26/17 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2017 10/16/17 For Sale $5,295,000 0.0% $1,300 / Sq Ft
12/30/2015 12/30/15 Rented $13,500 0.0% --
12/17/2015 12/17/15 Under Contract -- -- --
10/29/2015 10/29/15 For Rent $13,500 -- --
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 $63,697 $5,500,600 $0 $5,500,600
2024 $59,628 $5,470,500 $0 $5,470,500
2023 $55,955 $5,210,000 $0 $5,210,000
2022 $55,573 $5,107,800 $0 $5,107,800
2021 $54,500 $5,107,800 $0 $5,107,800
2020 $50,780 $4,808,731 $0 $4,808,731
2019 $50,504 $4,791,650 $0 $4,791,650
2018 $56,618 $5,402,500 $0 $5,402,500
2017 $55,012 $5,194,679 $0 $5,194,679
2016 $53,403 $4,854,840 $0 $4,854,840
2015 $48,993 $4,045,700 $0 $4,045,700
2014 $47,633 $3,786,400 $0 $3,786,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mizner+ Montero

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Mizner+ Montero

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

    (781) 894-8282

    25 in this area

    182 Total Sales

    Mizner+ Montero
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  • Tracy Campion

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Tracy Campion

    Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

    (617) 851-3506

    160 in this area

    350 Total Sales

    Tracy Campion
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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Brigitte Petrocelli

    Compass

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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Mark Ott

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

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    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Cort Petrocelli

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

  • Mark Ruane

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Mark Ruane

    MGS Group Real Estate LTD

    (508) 612-6217

    7 in this area

    34 Total Sales

    Mark Ruane
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72833694

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002952-000030

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

191 Commonwealth Ave Unit 61, Boston, MA

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