NOT LISTED FOR SALE

215 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,728,266 - $1,880,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,401 Sq Ft
$578/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 25, 2023

Last sale price $1,690,000 $1,206 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,392/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Park
  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Jogging Path
  • 2-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of August 2023

Hard to find sunny-side Comm Ave parlor duplex 2 PLUS bed is enveloped by picturesque Brownstones! This professionally designed home offers a prime center Back Bay location w/easy access to the Charles River. Conveniences of Boston’s premier neighborhoods w/world class shopping/dining are at your doorstep. Tasteful & timeless renovations allow you to move right-in. Splendid chef’s kitchen features quarter-sawn oak inset cabinets, bronze hood, Bertazzoni range w/induction cooking plus Calcutta Lincoln marble & is enhanced by a magnificent 5FT tall original decorative mantel & 6FT tall sun-splashed South facing bow windows over-looking the Comm Ave Mall. Separate sitting area w/custom built-ins. Cozy garden level w/2 beds & 2 full baths. King sized primary bed w/decorative FP mantel, walk-in closet & en-suite marble bath. Large queen sized 2nd bed, TV area & home office complete this floor. AC & in-unit WD. 1 single rental parking space for rent in the alley directly behind the building.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Biega + Kilgore Team

Compass Listed on: 07/12/2023

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Last Buyer's Agent

Allison Mazer

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,986

Year Built

  • Built in 1883

Lot Details

  • 1,394

HOA Fees

  • $578 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,401 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry in unit

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3350870

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance
  • 6 Units

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,986

Year Built

Built in 1883

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$578 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
  • Year Built: 1883
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 1401
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 578
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3350870
  • Zoning: R
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10986

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2024
Sold by
Sexton James and Sexton Parker
Bought by
Big Deluxe Northeast Llc
Current Estimated Value
$1,807,567

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2023
Closed on
Aug 17, 2023
Sold by
Cassidy Maria and Cassidy Jason
Bought by
Sexton James and Sexton Parker
Seller's Agent
The Biega + Kilgore Team
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Buyer's Agent
Allison Mazer
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List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,690,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-0.53%
Views
24

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2003
Sold by
Boyle Philip G
Bought by
Sax Laurence E and Chase Leanne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.52%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2001
Sold by
Pardo Olive R
Bought by
Boyle Philip G

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 1993
Sold by
Lutz Thomas H
Bought by
Pardo Oliver R and Pardo Yolanda P

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 1987
Sold by
Chute Jean O
Bought by
Lutz T H
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
Big Deluxe Northeast Llc -- None Available
Big Deluxe Northeast Llc -- None Available
Sexton James $1,690,000 None Available
Sexton James $1,690,000 None Available
Sax Laurence E $665,000 --
Sax Laurence E $665,000 --
Boyle Philip G $600,000 --
Boyle Philip G $600,000 --
Pardo Oliver R $296,000 --
Pardo Oliver R $296,000 --
Lutz T H $333,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lutz T H $750,000
Previous Owner Lutz T H $322,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/25/2023 08/25/23 Sold $1,690,000 -0.5% $1,206 / Sq Ft
07/18/2023 07/18/23 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2023 07/12/23 For Sale $1,699,000 +17.2% $1,213 / Sq Ft
09/10/2021 09/10/21 Sold $1,450,000 -3.0% $1,035 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/12/2021 07/12/21 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2021 04/28/21 For Sale $1,495,000 +25.1% $1,067 / Sq Ft
08/19/2016 08/19/16 Sold $1,195,000 -0.3% $853 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/28/2016 06/28/16 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2016 06/22/16 Price Changed $1,199,000 -7.7% $856 / Sq Ft
06/18/2016 06/18/16 For Sale $1,299,000 0.0% $927 / Sq Ft
06/13/2016 06/13/16 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2016 05/11/16 For Sale $1,299,000 0.0% $927 / Sq Ft
02/10/2014 02/10/14 Rented $4,595 0.0% --
02/10/2014 02/10/14 For Rent $4,595 0.0% --
09/01/2013 09/01/13 Rented $4,595 -8.1% --
08/02/2013 08/02/13 Under Contract -- -- --
07/08/2013 07/08/13 For Rent $5,000 -- --
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 $16,239 $1,402,300 $0 $1,402,300
2024 $15,285 $1,402,300 $0 $1,402,300
2023 $14,343 $1,335,500 $0 $1,335,500
2022 $14,245 $1,309,300 $0 $1,309,300
2021 $13,970 $1,309,300 $0 $1,309,300
2020 $14,270 $1,351,300 $0 $1,351,300
2019 $13,958 $1,324,300 $0 $1,324,300
2018 $13,091 $1,249,100 $0 $1,249,100
2017 $12,434 $1,174,100 $0 $1,174,100
2016 $12,267 $1,115,200 $0 $1,115,200
2015 $12,028 $993,200 $0 $993,200
2014 $11,137 $885,300 $0 $885,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Allison Mazer

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Allison Mazer

    Compass

    (617) 905-7379

    7 in this area

    71 Total Sales

    Allison Mazer
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  • Judy Pagano

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Judy Pagano

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 257-2431

    7 in this area

    58 Total Sales

    Judy Pagano
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Lauren Mahoney

    Compass

    (781) 400-0822

    1 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Lauren Mahoney
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  • Maureen O'Hara

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Maureen O'Hara

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 733-4377

    14 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Maureen O'Hara
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73135530

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003379-000002

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

215 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA

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