Hans Nagrath
Compass
(888) 604-7140
166 Total Sales
19 in Back Bay
$625K - $5.2M Price Range
257 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,384,851
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,425
Sq Ft
1,437
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Elevator
- Brownstone
- Jogging Path
- Park
About This Home
As of November 2023Introducing 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
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate Listed on: 09/26/2023
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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
Additional Features
- Property is near public transit and schools
- 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
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 26, 2023
Closed on
Nov 21, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$109,851
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.11%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$654,463
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$730,388
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$918,750
Interest Rate
5.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2019
Closed on
Oct 17, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
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
5.41%
Original Mortgage
$731,250
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,275,000 | None Available | ||
| $1,225,000 | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $975,000 | None Available | ||
| $235,000 | -- | ||
| $1,400,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $675,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $918,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | $721,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $731,250 | ||
| Previous Owner | $350,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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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 | $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
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Tracy Campion
Seller's Agent in 2023
Tracy Campion
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
(617) 851-3506
170 in this area
346 Total Sales
-
Jack Tobin
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Jack Tobin
Corcoran Property Advisors
(508) 280-8875
2 in this area
32 Total Sales
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Brigitte Petrocelli
Seller's Agent in 2019
Brigitte Petrocelli
Compass
(617) 803-5249
3 in this area
27 Total Sales
-
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
15 in this area
34 Total Sales
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M
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Mark D. Roberts
Tesla Realty Group LLC
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73163463
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003398-000004
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