NOT LISTED FOR SALE

225 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,352,000 - $3,552,000

2 Beds
3 Baths
1,817 Sq Ft
1,830 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 15, 2014

Last sale price $1,985,000 $1,092 Per Sq Ft

Est. 37% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,999 / mo

53 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2014

This premiere 2 BR 2.5BA Commonwealth Avenue residence offers grand living areas with outstanding architectural details. The exterior facade includes fine rusticated stone work & exceptional arched entry way. The direct elevator welcomes you to the unit's double arched hall foyer of glistening marble floors & wood pilasters. The main grand living space has fine crown mouldings, wood beamed ceiling, granite hearth fireplace flanked by original built-ins, bow window w/built-in window seat offering delightful views, wainscoting, 12' ceilings and wood floors. Spacious kitchen w/granite counters, Sub Zero refrigerator & pass through to dining area offering views to the Comm. Ave. Mall. Master BR has wood floors, walk in closet, large marble bath w/2 vanities, Jacuzzi tub & separate shower. Second BR has an ensuite marble tiled bath. Other fine amenities include 2 new water heaters, 2 zone central AC, storage unit and a full parking space with direct building access.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jared Wollaston

Coldwell Banker Realty - Beacon Hill License #449548649 Listed on: 02/20/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty - Beacon Hill

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracy Campion

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1884

Lot Details

1,830 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 2
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1884

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 4
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station
  • Electric: 200 Amps
  • Flooring: Wood

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance
  • Management: Professional - On Site
  • No Units: 6
  • Unit Building: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2016
Sold by
Press Gail B and Press Jeffrey M
Bought by
Gail M Press Ret
Current Estimated Value
$2,721,729

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2014
Closed on
May 15, 2014
Sold by
Malak Saba
Bought by
Press Jeffrey M and Press Gail B
Seller's Agent
Jared Wollaston
Coldwell Banker Realty - Beacon Hill
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Campion
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
List Price
$1,985,000
Sold Price
$1,985,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2003
Sold by
Steingraber Peter C
Bought by
Malak Saba

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$993,750
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 1996
Sold by
Behman Scott Rw and Behman Marcie
Bought by
Steingraber Peter C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$628,000
Interest Rate
8.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 1994
Sold by
Luzern Vista Ltd
Bought by
Behman Scott R and Behman Marcie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
7.93%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gail M Press Ret -- --
Press Jeffrey M $1,985,000 --
Malak Saba $1,325,000 --
Steingraber Peter C $785,000 --
Behman Scott R $550,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Behman Scott R $993,750
Previous Owner Behman Scott R $628,000
Previous Owner Behman Scott R $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/15/2014 05/15/14 Sold $1,985,000 0.0% $1,092 / Sq Ft
04/14/2014 04/14/14 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2014 03/19/14 Off Market $1,985,000 -- --
02/20/2014 02/20/14 For Sale $1,985,000 -- $1,092 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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 $27,226 $2,351,100 $0 $2,351,100
2024 $25,627 $2,351,100 $0 $2,351,100
2023 $24,048 $2,239,100 $0 $2,239,100
2022 $23,884 $2,195,200 $0 $2,195,200
2021 $23,423 $2,195,200 $0 $2,195,200
2020 $23,438 $2,219,500 $0 $2,219,500
2019 $22,928 $2,175,300 $0 $2,175,300
2018 $21,503 $2,051,800 $0 $2,051,800
2017 $20,889 $1,972,500 $0 $1,972,500
2016 $20,331 $1,848,300 $0 $1,848,300
2015 $17,762 $1,466,700 $0 $1,466,700
2014 $16,446 $1,307,300 $0 $1,307,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71635201

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003382-000008

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