Justin Blankenship
Fiv Realty Co
(781) 417-3370
64 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,537,500 Price
251 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $9,212,842
12
Beds
12
Baths
11,793
Sq Ft
$781/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- City View
- Property is near public transit and schools
- 16 Fireplaces
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Jogging Path
About This Home
As of November 2022A storied Back Bay location, 251 Commonwealth Avenue was built in 1880.The home has only had a handful of owners, and much of the original interior architecture and design remain intact. At 28 feet wide, the building has a commanding presence along Commonwealth Ave. Grand formal rooms are adorned with quartersawn oak paneling, carved fireplaces (16 total), and period lighting fixtures forged in bronze, crystal and brass. There are embossed ceilings, built-ins crafted from cherry, and a museum quality central staircase connecting the floors. The building measures 11,793 gross square feet*. Currently configured as four separate apartments, there is a brick and granite parking court for six vehicles in the rear. The parlor, second, and third floors are used as the current owner’s palatial private quarters. The other three apartments are single floor residences, and the penthouse includes a walk-out deck overlooking the city. Located on the sunny side w/ exceptional light.
Co-Listed By
Jack Lavanchy
Cabot & Company
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $38,645
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- 3,486 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
Property Views
- City
- Scenic Vista
Home Design
- Quadruplex
Interior Spaces
- 11,793 Sq Ft Home
- Skylights
- 16 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Intercom
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 12 Bedrooms
Parking
- 6 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- 4 Cooling Zones
- 4 Heating Zones
Listing and Financial Details
- Total Actual Rent $2
- Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03395 S:000,3350032
Community Details
Overview
- 4 Units
- Near Conservation Area
- Property has 1 Level
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
Additional Features
- Shops
- Net Operating Income $24
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 6, 2022
Closed on
Nov 9, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rene Rodriguez
Cabot & Company
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Campion
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
List Price
$12,500,000
Sold Price
$13,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$500,000
4%
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,787,158
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.82%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $13,000,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $938,250 | ||
| Previous Owner | $575,284 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2022 11/10/22 | Sold | $13,000,000 | +4.0% | $1,102 / Sq Ft |
| 09/27/2022 09/27/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/06/2022 09/06/22 | For Sale | $12,500,000 | 0.0% | $1,060 / Sq Ft |
| 10/24/2012 10/24/12 | Rented | $3,500 | -10.3% | -- |
| 10/24/2012 10/24/12 | For Rent | $3,900 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 | $96,475 | $8,331,200 | $2,614,300 | $5,716,900 |
| 2024 | $39,203 | $3,596,600 | $1,214,200 | $2,382,400 |
| 2023 | $39,374 | $3,666,100 | $1,214,200 | $2,451,900 |
| 2022 | $38,645 | $3,551,900 | $1,214,200 | $2,337,700 |
| 2021 | $38,401 | $3,599,000 | $1,195,200 | $2,403,800 |
| 2020 | $37,430 | $3,544,500 | $1,195,200 | $2,349,300 |
| 2019 | $36,653 | $3,477,500 | $1,202,500 | $2,275,000 |
| 2018 | $35,145 | $3,353,500 | $1,145,500 | $2,208,000 |
| 2017 | $34,603 | $3,267,500 | $1,091,600 | $2,175,900 |
| 2016 | $33,165 | $3,015,000 | $1,012,000 | $2,003,000 |
| 2015 | $32,207 | $2,659,500 | $905,000 | $1,754,500 |
| 2014 | $30,010 | $2,385,500 | $821,600 | $1,563,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Rene Rodriguez
Seller's Agent in 2022
Rene Rodriguez
Cabot & Company
(617) 896-5006
9 in this area
48 Total Sales
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J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Jack Lavanchy
Cabot & Company
-
Tracy Campion
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Tracy Campion
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
(617) 851-3506
170 in this area
346 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73032302
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003395
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