Jackie Rose
eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
(508) 273-8877
18 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,550,000 Price
252 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $622,000 - $669,000
1
Bed
1
Bath
475
Sq Ft
436
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit
- Wood Flooring
- Beethoven Elementary School Rated A-
- Rowhouse Architecture
- 5-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall
About This Home
As of May 2025The elegance and traditional detail of this outstanding Back Bay brownstone is apparent from the moment you enter 252 Commonwealth Avenue through the French doors of the vestibule into the lobby with fireplace and extraordinary detail. Residence 4 is a south facing oversized studio with bowed windows, gleaming hardwood floors, decorative fireplace, mouldings, high ceilings, several custom closets and cabinetry, and a bathroom and eat-in kitchen the size you would expect to find in a much larger home. Kitchen is complete with stainless appliances, granite countertops and highlighted by a greenhouse window. The marble bathroom has a walk in shower and two storage closets.A custom made murphy bed further enhances the space. There is additional storage and free laundry. Possibility of rental parking behind the building.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,877
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 436
HOA Fees
- $192 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Rowhouse Architecture
- Entry on the 2nd floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 475 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 1 Heating Zone
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0503197008,3359950
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
- 6 Units
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Park
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ellen Meyers
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Christman Johnsson Group
Hammond Residential Real Estate
List Price
$649,000
Sold Price
$645,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,000
-0.62%
Views
15
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
$6,387
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.76%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 22, 2016
Closed on
Jan 3, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jamie Curtis
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Ellen Meyers
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$529,900
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,900
-9.42%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.61%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 27, 2012
Closed on
Jun 15, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Karen Powers
Keller Williams Realty Signature Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jamie Curtis
Compass
List Price
$409,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-2.2%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.08%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 1989
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Back Bay, MA
-
Jackie Rose
-
Caroline Morson
Caroline Morson
Compass
(781) 209-6953
42 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$799K - $2.3M Price Range
-
Brody Murphy Novak Group
Brody Murphy Novak Group
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
(781) 661-6002
42 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$5,400,000 Price
-
Ellie Cornish Chu
Ellie Cornish Chu
MGS Group Real Estate LTD
(857) 663-0737
14 Total Sales
2 in Back Bay
$4.9M - $5.3M Price Range
-
Kiki Williams
Kiki Williams
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
(857) 386-7165
15 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$545,000 Price
-
Jake Stamos
Jake Stamos
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
(617) 404-4513
3 Total Sales
1 in Back Bay
$1,150,500 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $645,000 | None Available | ||
| $480,000 | -- | ||
| $400,000 | -- | ||
| $350,000 | -- | ||
| $180,000 | -- | ||
| $143,000 | -- | ||
| $175,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | Sold | $645,000 | -0.6% | $1,358 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/06/2025 03/06/25 | For Sale | $649,000 | +35.2% | $1,366 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/03/2017 01/03/17 | Sold | $480,000 | -4.0% | $1,011 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/02/2016 12/02/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/28/2016 11/28/16 | Price Changed | $499,900 | -2.0% | $1,052 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/24/2016 10/24/16 | Price Changed | $509,900 | -3.8% | $1,073 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/27/2016 09/27/16 | For Sale | $529,900 | 0.0% | $1,116 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/25/2016 09/25/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/22/2016 09/22/16 | For Sale | $529,900 | +32.5% | $1,116 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/15/2012 06/15/12 | Sold | $400,000 | -2.2% | $842 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/23/2012 05/23/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/27/2012 04/27/12 | For Sale | $409,000 | -- | $861 / Sq Ft |
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 | $6,844 | $591,000 | $0 | $591,000 |
| 2024 | $6,442 | $591,000 | $0 | $591,000 |
| 2023 | $6,044 | $562,800 | $0 | $562,800 |
| 2022 | $6,004 | $551,800 | $0 | $551,800 |
| 2021 | $5,888 | $551,800 | $0 | $551,800 |
| 2020 | $5,367 | $508,200 | $0 | $508,200 |
| 2019 | $5,250 | $498,100 | $0 | $498,100 |
| 2018 | $4,924 | $469,800 | $0 | $469,800 |
| 2017 | $5,439 | $513,600 | $0 | $513,600 |
| 2016 | $5,280 | $480,000 | $0 | $480,000 |
| 2015 | $5,265 | $434,800 | $0 | $434,800 |
| 2014 | $4,875 | $387,500 | $0 | $387,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ellen Meyers
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ellen Meyers
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 763-0407
13 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
Jackie Zakon
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Jackie Zakon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
4 in this area
12 Total Sales
-
Christman Johnsson Group
C
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Christman Johnsson Group
Hammond Residential Real Estate
1 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2017
Jamie Curtis
Compass
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2012
Karen Powers
Keller Williams Realty Signature Properties
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73342421
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003197-000008
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