NOT LISTED FOR SALE

257 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,378,000 - $1,784,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,425 Sq Ft
$802/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold November 21, 2023

Last sale price $1,275,000 $895 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,740/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • Elevator
  • Brownstone
  • Jogging Path
  • 4-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of November 2023

Introducing Residence Two at 257 Commonwealth Avenue, one of just six residences in a historic, double-wide brownstone in Back Bay. Residence Two is a newly renovated home offering a wonderful opportunity to own almost 1,500 square feet on Back Bay’s highly desired Commonwealth Avenue. The residence showcases a spacious living area with direct access to the private outdoor patio, gourmet eat-in kitchen, luxurious primary suite with a lavish marble bath and direct access to the patio, and a generously sized guest bedroom and bath. Additional features include central air, in-unit laundry, ample storage, a private back entrance, and hardwood floors throughout. 257 Commonwealth Avenue is a professionally managed, pet friendly building just steps from the fine shops and restaurants of Newbury Street, Prudential Center, and the Charles River Esplanade.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Campion

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate Listed on: 09/26/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Jack Tobin

Corcoran Property Advisors

Corcoran Property Advisors

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,278

Year Built

  • Built in 1888

Lot Details

  • 1,437

HOA Fees

  • $802 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,425 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Laundry in unit

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3350036

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 6 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,278

Year Built

Built in 1888

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$802 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1888
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 1425
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5984
  • MAIN SO: AN6527

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 801.5
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, University
  • 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: 3350036
  • Zoning: 0102
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 15277.6

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 26, 2023
Closed on
Nov 21, 2023
Sold by
257 Commonwealth Ave Llc
Bought by
Cieri Frank A
Seller's Agent
Tracy Campion
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jack Tobin
Corcoran Property Advisors
List Price
$1,285,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-0.78%
Views
57
Current Estimated Value
$1,497,592

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$222,592
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.56%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$660,784
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$836,808

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2021
Sold by
Zakim Joshua and Zakim Grace
Bought by
Joshua Zakim Lt and Zakim

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2019
Closed on
Oct 17, 2019
Sold by
Mclaughlin Robert F
Bought by
Zakim Joshua and Zakim Grace
Seller's Agent
Brigitte Petrocelli
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jay Jentz
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$174,000
-15.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.52%
Original Mortgage
$731,250
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 1995
Sold by
Zetcher Arnold B and Zetcher Ellen N
Bought by
Mclaughlin Robert F and Mclaughlin Dianne E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Interest Rate
8.33%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 1994
Sold by
Joseph Labonte T and Joseph Labonte
Bought by
Zetcher Arnold B and Zetcher Ellen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,700,000
Interest Rate
8.65%
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
Cieri Frank A $1,275,000 None Available
Joshua Zakim Lt -- None Available
Zakim Joshua $975,000 None Available
Mclaughlin Robert F $235,000 --
Zetcher Arnold B $1,400,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cieri Frank A $675,000
Previous Owner Zakim Joshua $731,250
Previous Owner Zetcher Arnold B $350,000
Previous Owner Zetcher Arnold B $188,000
Previous Owner Zetcher Arnold B $1,700,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/21/2023 11/21/23 Sold $1,275,000 -0.8% $895 / Sq Ft
09/30/2023 09/30/23 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2023 09/26/23 For Sale $1,285,000 +31.8% $902 / Sq Ft
12/06/2019 12/06/19 Sold $975,000 -15.1% $684 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/30/2019 09/30/19 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2019 09/02/19 For Sale $1,149,000 +17.8% $806 / Sq Ft
08/31/2019 08/31/19 Off Market $975,000 -- --
08/22/2019 08/22/19 Price Changed $1,149,000 -8.1% $806 / Sq Ft
05/07/2019 05/07/19 For Sale $1,250,000 0.0% $877 / Sq Ft
02/07/2015 02/07/15 Rented $4,500 0.0% --
01/08/2015 01/08/15 Under Contract -- -- --
01/07/2015 01/07/15 For Rent $4,500 -- --
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 $13,184 $1,138,500 $0 $1,138,500
2024 $12,098 $1,109,900 $0 $1,109,900
2023 $15,137 $1,409,400 $0 $1,409,400
2022 $15,033 $1,381,700 $0 $1,381,700
2021 $14,743 $1,381,700 $0 $1,381,700
2020 $14,916 $1,412,500 $0 $1,412,500
2019 $14,591 $1,384,300 $0 $1,384,300
2018 $13,684 $1,305,700 $0 $1,305,700
2017 $13,294 $1,255,300 $0 $1,255,300
2016 $12,905 $1,173,200 $0 $1,173,200
2015 $10,796 $891,500 $0 $891,500
2014 $9,721 $772,700 $0 $772,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tracy Campion

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Tracy Campion

    Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

    (617) 851-3506

    160 in this area

    350 Total Sales

    Tracy Campion
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  • Jack Tobin

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Jack Tobin

    Corcoran Property Advisors

    (508) 280-8875

    2 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Jack Tobin
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  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Brigitte Petrocelli

    Compass

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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Jay Jentz

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential

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  • Maureen O'Hara

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Maureen O'Hara

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 733-4377

    14 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Maureen O'Hara
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  • Mark D. Roberts

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Mark D. Roberts

    Tesla Realty Group LLC

    (617) 544-7325

    29 Total Sales

    Mark D. Roberts
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73163463

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003398-000004

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

257 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2, Boston, MA

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