$475,000
SOLD AUG 30, 2019 RENTED AUG 15, 2024

2003 Commonwealth Ave Unit 31 Brighton, MA 02135

Saint Elizabeths Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
755 Sq Ft
$360/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$629 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

24 Days on Market

About This Home

As of August 2019

Attention Investors! Incredible income generating condo located in prime Boston College territory on Commonwealth Ave with unbeatable proximity to Cleveland Circle, Chestnut Hill Reservoir, and the Green Line directly outside your front door! Do not miss out on this rare opportunity to own a penthouse corner unit in a well maintained, professionally managed elevator building in one of the nation's premier rental markets. This fabulous condo features an open floor plan with beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings and spectacular sunlight exposure throughout. Currently leasing for $2150 with a new lease in place beginning on 9/1/2019 for $2200. Prime opportunity to absorb immediate cash flow and add value and customize as you see fit. Easy highway access and ultra convenient to Chestnut Hill, Brighton Center, Newton Center, and downtown Boston. Do not miss out on this rare offering! OFFERS DUE MONDAY 6/24 AT 5 PM. Seller reserves the right to accept offers before deadline.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Dobrowolski

Block Realty Listed on: 06/18/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Matt Wong

Red Door Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,160

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

HOA Fees

  • $360 per month

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Utilities

  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:22 P:05081 S:208

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,160

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$360 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 596.03
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 31
  • Unit Level: 6
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1925

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 4
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: NB1030
  • Main So: AC0118
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 755.00

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 360.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Landscaping, Snow Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: Reservoir Heights

Schools

  • Elementary School: BPS
  • Middle School: BPS
  • High School: BPS

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 384100.00
  • Acre: 0.02
  • Lot Size: 755.00
  • Page: 15
  • Parcel Number: W:22 P:05081 S:208
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4048.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1219613

Multi Family

  • No Units: 109

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 18, 2019
Closed on
Aug 22, 2019
Sold by
Kesner Jeffrey A and Kesner Albert Robert
Bought by
Huang Wei C and Yu Xiu Y
Seller's Agent
David Dobrowolski
Block Realty
Buyer's Agent
Matt Wong
Red Door Real Estate
List Price
$449,999
Sold Price
$475,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,001
5.56%
Current Estimated Value
$527,901

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$52,901
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.80%
Original Mortgage
$295,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2012
Sold by
Albert Robert I and Kesner Jeffrey A
Bought by
Jkba Rt

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 5, 2007
Sold by
Jkl Rt
Bought by
Kesner Jeffrey and Kesner Albert Robert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$59,651
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2001
Sold by
Farrington Acquisition
Bought by
Edwards Anne

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 1991
Sold by
Brighton At
Bought by
Farrington At

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$16,935
Interest Rate
8.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $475,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Deed $140,000 --
Deed $16,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $298,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $295,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $59,651 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $16,935 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2024 08/15/24 Rented $2,495 0.0% --
07/29/2024 07/29/24 Under Contract -- -- --
06/29/2024 06/29/24 For Rent $2,495 +8.7% --
07/05/2022 07/05/22 Rented $2,295 0.0% --
07/02/2022 07/02/22 Under Contract -- -- --
06/27/2022 06/27/22 For Rent $2,295 +9.3% --
08/24/2021 08/24/21 Rented -- -- --
08/18/2021 08/18/21 Under Contract -- -- --
07/26/2021 07/26/21 Price Changed $2,100 -2.3% $3 / Sq Ft
07/13/2021 07/13/21 Price Changed $2,150 -2.3% $3 / Sq Ft
05/25/2021 05/25/21 For Rent $2,200 0.0% --
07/17/2020 07/17/20 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
07/02/2020 07/02/20 Price Changed $2,200 -2.2% $3 / Sq Ft
06/16/2020 06/16/20 For Rent $2,250 0.0% --
08/30/2019 08/30/19 Sold $475,000 +5.6% $629 / Sq Ft
07/12/2019 07/12/19 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2019 07/10/19 For Sale $449,999 0.0% $596 / Sq Ft
06/26/2019 06/26/19 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2019 06/18/19 For Sale $449,999 0.0% $596 / Sq Ft
09/01/2013 09/01/13 Rented $1,800 +1.4% --
08/02/2013 08/02/13 Under Contract -- -- --
07/30/2013 07/30/13 For Rent $1,775 -- --
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 $5,160 $445,600 $0 $445,600
2024 $4,223 $387,400 $0 $387,400
2023 $4,161 $387,400 $0 $387,400
2022 $3,976 $365,400 $0 $365,400
2021 $3,859 $361,700 $0 $361,700
2020 $4,137 $391,800 $0 $391,800
2019 $4,048 $384,100 $0 $384,100
2018 $3,763 $359,100 $0 $359,100
2017 $3,522 $332,600 $0 $332,600
2016 $3,197 $290,600 $0 $290,600
2015 $3,352 $276,800 $0 $276,800
2014 $3,164 $251,500 $0 $251,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72521060

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000022-005081-000208