NOT LISTED FOR SALE

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 53 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,746,000 - $1,794,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,215 Sq Ft
$779/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 10, 2023

Last sale price $1,770,000 $1,457 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $11,418/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of August 2023

Elegance & historic charm define this Thayer Mansion 2 bedroom w/ city & partial Charles River views on the sunny side. Grand foyer w/ 10 ft tray ceilings, exquisite dentil mouldings, timeless crystal chandelier/doorknobs, & gleaming dark hardwood floors. Beautiful arched doorway to spacious living/dining room w/ 3 oversized windows, generous natural light, & lovely wood burning fireplace. Primary bedroom boasts a wall of custom millwork w/ built-ins, laundry table, washer/dryer storage, shutters, & walk-in closet. Renovated ensuite tile shower w/ tub & radiant flooring. Spacious 2nd bedroom w/ enormous window, city views, & walk-in closet. Renovated 2nd bath w/ floor-to-ceiling tile, duravit sink, & radiant flooring. Renovated kitchen w/ quartz countertops, premium appliances, 40+ built-in cabinets, under cabinet lighting, butcher block countertop & stunning backsplash. ~$200K in upgrades. Pet-friendly, prof managed, elevator. Steps to Charles River, Public Garden, Newbury St, & more.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cam Chesley

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay Listed on: 07/05/2023

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Co-Listed By

Cameron Chesley

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Last Buyer's Agent

Curran Robinette

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,328

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1,307

HOA Fees

  • $779 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 5th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,215 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • City Views

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Park Elementary School
  • Newman Middle School
  • Commonwealth High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 6 Cooling Zones
  • 5 Heating Zones
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Oil Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03388 S:032,3350901

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 19 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • The 239 Commonwealth Ave Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,328

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$779 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper,Back)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Oil Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 1215
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5522
  • MAIN SO: BB5918

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: Corner
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Unit Control
  • Heating: Hot Water, Common
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom, Security System
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 5
  • COOLING ZONES: 6

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 779
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03388 S:032,3350901
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.03
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1215
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 14328

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 19
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Commonwealth
  • Elementary School: Park
  • Middle Or Junior School: Newman

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2017
Sold by
Simes N Parker N and Simes Shizuko E
Bought by
Simes Catherine
Current Estimated Value
$1,770,931

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,269,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,058,466
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$712,465

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2011
Sold by
Graves Bernard
Bought by
Simes N Parker N and Simes Shizuko E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2010
Sold by
Gurney Nancy H and Gurney Susan
Bought by
Graves Bernard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$523,500
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2009
Sold by
Anderson Melanie S and Anderson Grenville
Bought by
Gurney Nancy H and Gurney Susan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
5.26%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2002
Sold by
Purdy Bruce and Shepard Barrett
Bought by
Anderson Grenville and Anderson Melanie S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 1998
Sold by
Frank Bruce R and Frank Jan K
Bought by
Purdy Bruce and Shepard Barrett

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
6.92%
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
Simes Catherine $1,269,000 --
Simes N Parker N $775,000 --
Graves Bernard $750,000 --
Gurney Nancy H $775,000 --
Anderson Grenville $745,000 --
Purdy Bruce $400,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Simes Catherine $1,269,000
Previous Owner Graves Bernard $523,500
Previous Owner Gurney Nancy H $325,000
Previous Owner Purdy Bruce $320,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/10/2023 08/10/23 Sold $1,770,000 +4.4% $1,457 / Sq Ft
07/10/2023 07/10/23 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2023 07/05/23 For Sale $1,695,000 -- $1,395 / Sq Ft
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 $16,429 $1,418,700 $0 $1,418,700
2024 $15,269 $1,400,800 $0 $1,400,800
2023 $14,328 $1,334,100 $0 $1,334,100
2022 $14,230 $1,307,900 $0 $1,307,900
2021 $13,955 $1,307,900 $0 $1,307,900
2020 $12,532 $1,186,700 $0 $1,186,700
2019 $12,259 $1,163,100 $0 $1,163,100
2018 $11,497 $1,097,000 $0 $1,097,000
2017 $11,168 $1,054,600 $0 $1,054,600
2016 $10,964 $996,700 $0 $996,700
2015 $10,696 $883,200 $0 $883,200
2014 $9,936 $789,800 $0 $789,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Cam Chesley

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

    (617) 542-0012

    10 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Cam Chesley
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  • Cameron Chesley

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Cameron Chesley

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

    (617) 869-1750

    10 in this area

    56 Total Sales

    Cameron Chesley
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  • Curran Robinette

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Curran Robinette

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 515-1411

    8 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Curran Robinette
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73132003

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003388-000032

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

239 Commonwealth Ave Unit 53, Boston, MA

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