NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $723,644 - $924,000

-- Bed
1 Bath
707 Sq Ft
$294/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 21, 2019

Last sale price $545,000 $771 Per Sq Ft

Est. 49% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,110/month

109 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Central Air
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of August 2019

Back Bay proper sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue! This large studio with sleeping alcove has it's own private entrance and very welcoming layout. Front facing with 700+ sq ft, this unit features hardwood floors, pass thru kitchen, central air conditioning, and washer/dryer in unit. There is an area perfect for an office, and alcove has plenty of room for a queen bed with ample closet space. Professionally managed building with elevator and video/voice intercom. Perfect location and low condo fees for an investor, Pied-í -terre, or to make this your new home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Schwartz

Cabot & Company Listed on: 11/13/2018

Co-Listed By

suzanne conway

Cabot & Company

Last Buyer's Agent

Matthew Giangregorio

Charlesgate Realty Group, llc

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,759

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 697

HOA Fees

  • $294 per month

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,759

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$294 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Rowhouse
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 799.15
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Placement: Front
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1901

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 4
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: NA9365
  • Main So: NB1520
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 707.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Hot Water: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 294.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Landscaping, Snow Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 543100.00
  • Page: 9999
  • Zoning: Res

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5691.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3346541

Multi Family

  • No Units: 6

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 5, 2019
Sold by
Senlocke Enterprises Ltd
Bought by
Benshoff Mcihael J
Current Estimated Value
$812,661

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 1993
Sold by
Commonwealth Ave Rt
Bought by
Senlocke Enterprises
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
Benshoff Mcihael J $545,000 --
Senlocke Enterprises $100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Benshoff Mcihael J $273,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/21/2019 08/21/19 Sold $545,000 -3.5% $771 / Sq Ft
03/02/2019 03/02/19 Pending -- -- --
02/11/2019 02/11/19 Price Changed $565,000 -3.4% $799 / Sq Ft
11/13/2018 11/13/18 For Sale $585,000 -- $827 / 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 $6,759 $583,700 $0 $583,700
2024 $6,362 $583,700 $0 $583,700
2023 $5,970 $555,900 $0 $555,900
2022 $5,930 $545,000 $0 $545,000
2021 $5,815 $545,000 $0 $545,000
2020 $6,204 $587,500 $0 $587,500
2019 $6,069 $575,800 $0 $575,800
2018 $5,692 $543,100 $0 $543,100
2017 $5,529 $522,100 $0 $522,100
2016 $5,368 $488,000 $0 $488,000
2015 $5,150 $425,300 $0 $425,300
2014 $4,769 $379,100 $0 $379,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Schwartz

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Michael Schwartz

    Cabot & Company

    (857) 449-1237

    9 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Michael Schwartz
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    suzanne conway

    Cabot & Company

    (609) 651-1608

    3 in this area

    4 Total Sales

    suzanne conway
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  • Matthew Giangregorio

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Matthew Giangregorio

    Charlesgate Realty Group, llc

    (617) 587-0100

    3 in this area

    41 Total Sales

    Matthew Giangregorio
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72423360

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003397-000002

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

255 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA

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