NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,416,334 - $3,118,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,671 Sq Ft
1,742 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold December 18, 2015

Last sale price $1,985,000 $1,188 Per Sq Ft

Est. 35% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,060/month

5 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2015

This Elegant two bedroom plus study/third bedroom floor thru has direct elevator access. Located in Back Bay proper on the sunny side of Commonwealth Ave. One tandem parking space, two fireplaces, high ceilings and beautiful detail thru-out. There have been many building upgrades that include a brand new roof, the building has been fully repointed, new elevator, new lobby, new intercom system. There have also been many unit upgrades which include refinished floors, all windows have been replaced with della energy saving windows, replaced HVAC, installed Nest thermostat (saw 30 percent in energy costs) renovated kitchen, renovated guest bath.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Montero

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 11/11/2015

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Natalia Volkova

Boston Trend Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,893

Year Built

1901

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 3
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1901

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Has Basement: No
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Landscaping, Snow Removal
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 6
  • Unit Building: 4

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: W:05 P:03397 S:008

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2017
Sold by
Krasik Anne and Petrov Andrew A
Bought by
Petrov-Krasik Ret
Current Estimated Value
$2,687,834

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2015
Closed on
Dec 18, 2015
Sold by
Haviland Shawn and Haviland Sarah C
Bought by
Krasik Anne and Petrov Andrew A
Seller's Agent
William Montero
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Natalia Volkova
Boston Trend 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
3.12%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 30, 2011
Closed on
Jan 9, 2012
Sold by
Stark Sandra M
Bought by
Haviland Shawn and Haviland Sarah C
Seller's Agent
Betsy Neer
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
William Montero
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,595,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.71%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2006
Sold by
Rabins Selwyn
Bought by
Stark Sandra M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 1997
Sold by
Simon Adam J and Simon Amy N
Bought by
Rabins Selwyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
7.55%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 1995
Sold by
Vogtle Joseph S and Vogtle June E
Bought by
Simon Adam J and Simon Amy N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Interest Rate
7.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 1990
Sold by
Commonwealth Ave Rt
Bought by
Vogtle Joseph S

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
10.21%
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
Petrov-Krasik Ret -- --
Krasik Anne $1,985,000 --
Haviland Shawn $1,595,000 --
Stark Sandra M $1,250,000 --
Rabins Selwyn $760,000 --
Simon Adam J $570,000 --
Vogtle Joseph S $550,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vogtle Joseph S $365,000
Previous Owner Stark Sandra M $750,000
Previous Owner Vogtle Joseph S $400,000
Previous Owner Vogtle Joseph S $456,000
Previous Owner Vogtle Joseph S $325,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
12/18/2015 12/18/15 Sold $1,985,000 0.0% $1,188 / Sq Ft
11/16/2015 11/16/15 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2015 11/11/15 For Sale $1,985,000 +24.5% $1,188 / Sq Ft
01/09/2012 01/09/12 Sold $1,595,000 0.0% $955 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/04/2012 01/04/12 Pending -- -- --
11/30/2011 11/30/11 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $955 / 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 $23,893 $2,063,300 $0 $2,063,300
2024 $22,490 $2,063,300 $0 $2,063,300
2023 $21,104 $1,965,000 $0 $1,965,000
2022 $20,960 $1,926,500 $0 $1,926,500
2021 $20,556 $1,926,500 $0 $1,926,500
2020 $19,363 $1,833,600 $0 $1,833,600
2019 $20,345 $1,930,300 $0 $1,930,300
2018 $19,081 $1,820,700 $0 $1,820,700
2017 $18,537 $1,750,400 $0 $1,750,400
2016 $16,426 $1,493,300 $0 $1,493,300
2015 $17,614 $1,454,500 $0 $1,454,500
2014 $16,310 $1,296,500 $0 $1,296,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Montero

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    William Montero

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 312-7232

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    William Montero
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Natalia Volkova

    Boston Trend Real Estate

    (617) 319-5084

    4 Total Sales

    Natalia Volkova
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  • Betsy Neer

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Betsy Neer

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 699-7154

    5 Total Sales

    Betsy Neer
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71930357

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003397-000008

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

255 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4, Boston, MA

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