1986 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1 Brighton, MA 02135
Commonwealth Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
795
Sq Ft
$446/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Medical Services
- 4-minute walk to South Street Station
- Property is near public transit
- City View
- Waterfront
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of May 2025First showings at the Open House this Saturday and Sunday..Location, Location, Location!!Large 1 Bedroom unit with Fireplaced Living room.Superior location in a well managed association with strong owner occupancy near the Chestnut Hill Reservoir. Beautiful Courtyard building near the Newton line and convenient to B,C,D green lines and the bus route to Harvard Square. The association has recently re-pointed the brick exterior, converted to Gas Heat in 2012 and has a newer roof. The unit has beautiful bones and awaits your personal touch.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,418
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- Waterfront
- Near Conservation Area
- Garden
HOA Fees
- $446 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 795 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- City Views
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Range<<rangeHoodToken>>
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Brighton High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Central Heating
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 60 Amp Service
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:21 P:02467 S:052,1218356
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, security, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
- 50 Units
- Low-Rise Condominium
- Reservoir Gardens Community
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Community Garden
- Common Area
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 20, 2025
Closed on
Apr 30, 2025
Sold by
Long Alexander
Bought by
Christ Charles N and Savage Kayla M
Seller's Agent
The Shulkin Wilk Group
Compass
Buyer's Agent
adam shoulkin
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
3.9%
Views
11
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-24.48%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$499,123
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$30,292
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 12, 2013
Closed on
Oct 31, 2013
Sold by
Hays Marilyn M Est and Betts
Bought by
Long Alexander
Seller's Agent
Luan White
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Buyer's Agent
Ted Ufland
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
7.27%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.27%
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Interest Rate
4.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 26, 1999
Sold by
Galdos Elizabeth A and Galdos Tony
Bought by
Hays Marilyn M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condominium Deed | $560,000 | None Available | |
| Condominium Deed | $560,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $310,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $310,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $310,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $141,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $141,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $500,000 | VA | |
| Closed | $500,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $225,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $245,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $248,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $89,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $90,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $185,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | Sold | $560,000 | +3.9% | $704 / Sq Ft |
| 03/24/2025 03/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/20/2025 03/20/25 | For Sale | $539,000 | +73.9% | $678 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2013 10/31/13 | Sold | $310,000 | +7.3% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2013 09/18/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/12/2013 09/12/13 | For Sale | $289,000 | -- | $364 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,182 | $447,500 | $0 | $447,500 |
| 2024 | $4,393 | $403,000 | $0 | $403,000 |
| 2023 | $4,328 | $403,000 | $0 | $403,000 |
| 2022 | $4,137 | $380,200 | $0 | $380,200 |
| 2021 | $4,057 | $380,200 | $0 | $380,200 |
| 2020 | $3,870 | $366,500 | $0 | $366,500 |
| 2019 | $3,788 | $359,400 | $0 | $359,400 |
| 2018 | $3,521 | $336,000 | $0 | $336,000 |
| 2017 | $3,295 | $311,100 | $0 | $311,100 |
| 2016 | $3,141 | $285,500 | $0 | $285,500 |
| 2015 | $3,330 | $275,000 | $0 | $275,000 |
| 2014 | $3,144 | $249,900 | $0 | $249,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
The Shulkin Wilk Group
Seller's Agent in 2025
The Shulkin Wilk Group
Compass
(781) 365-9954
4 in this area
302 Total Sales
-
Traci Shulkin
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Traci Shulkin
Compass
(617) 939-6309
2 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Jared Wilk
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Jared Wilk
Compass
(617) 817-3827
2 in this area
27 Total Sales
-
adam shoulkin
a
Buyer's Agent in 2025
adam shoulkin
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(781) 237-8181
1 in this area
10 Total Sales
-
Luan White
Seller's Agent in 2013
Luan White
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
(617) 224-8427
4 in this area
68 Total Sales
-
Marie Ciancarelli
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013
Marie Ciancarelli
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
(617) 780-8801
11 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71582265
APN: BRIG-000000-000021-002467-000052
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