NOT LISTED FOR SALE

261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $827,427 - $1,022,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
691 Sq Ft
$569/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold February 08, 2022

Last sale price $875,000 $1,266 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,965/month

5 Days on Market

About This Home

As of February 2022

Stunning ornate one bedroom on the second floor of a wide victorian located on the sunny side of Commonwealth Ave between Gloucester and Fairfield Streets. 261 Commonwealth was designed by Shaw and Shaw architects, and built in 1880-1881 with a grand foyer and intricate original stained-glass under the skylight and grand staircase leading up to this unit. This home features high ceilings, detailed crown molding, wood floors, and a tall 5 pane bay window, along with a renovated Chef's kitchen, and bathroom with glassed in shower and in-unit laundry. Kitchen has an abundance of cabinet space and stainless Viking appliances include a gas range, hood, and microwave. The bedroom is entered through a large original door and has built in cabinetry. Professionally managed building. Condo fee includes heat, hot water, water, electric, and gas cooking.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jayne Kramer

Engel & Volkers Boston Listed on: 12/04/2021

Engel & Volkers Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Gelfand

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,119

Year Built

1880

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$569 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Directions: Located on the sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue between Gloucester and Fairfield Streets.
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1880

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer
  • MAIN LO: AN2593
  • MAIN SO: BB5522
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Disclosures: No Pet Restrictions. Minimum Rental Three Months. Seller Has Paid Special Assessment Which Included Floor Replacement In The Basement Common Area And Replacement Of Chimney Cap.
  • Waterfront: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 568.95
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Electricity, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • LOT SIZE: 691
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 871.2
  • Zoning: CD

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 11

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6800
  • Tax Book Number: 35525
  • Tax Year: 2021

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2023
Sold by
Gloria Magida Irret
Bought by
Kanzer Lauren and Kanzer Gordon
Current Estimated Value
$901,607

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2020
Sold by
Gutrecht Jose A
Bought by
Jose A Gutrecht Ret

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2010
Sold by
261 Mass Comm Of Llc and Gutrecht Jose
Bought by
Gutrecht Jose A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2004
Sold by
Crowley James
Bought by
Gutrecht Jose and Ooi Winnie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 2003
Sold by
Grantland Rt and Mills Laurence A
Bought by
Crowley James

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$287,200
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 1998
Sold by
Alvin A Rathbun Rev T and Rathbun Alvin A
Bought by
Mills Laurence A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
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
Kanzer Lauren -- None Available
Jose A Gutrecht Ret -- None Available
Gutrecht Jose A -- --
Gutrecht Jose $449,000 --
Crowley James $359,000 --
Mills Laurence A $225,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mills Laurence A $300,000
Previous Owner Mills Laurence A $300,000
Previous Owner Mills Laurence A $287,200
Previous Owner Mills Laurence A $180,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/08/2022 02/08/22 Sold $875,000 -1.7% $1,266 / Sq Ft
12/10/2021 12/10/21 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2021 12/04/21 For Sale $890,000 0.0% $1,288 / Sq Ft
10/27/2012 10/27/12 Rented $3,125 +4.2% --
10/27/2012 10/27/12 For Rent $3,000 -- --
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 $8,119 $701,100 $0 $701,100
2024 $7,642 $701,100 $0 $701,100
2023 $7,171 $667,700 $0 $667,700
2022 $6,934 $637,300 $0 $637,300
2021 $6,800 $637,300 $0 $637,300
2020 $6,587 $623,800 $0 $623,800
2019 $6,444 $611,400 $0 $611,400
2018 $6,044 $576,700 $0 $576,700
2017 $6,426 $606,800 $0 $606,800
2016 $6,238 $567,100 $0 $567,100
2015 $5,621 $464,200 $0 $464,200
2014 $5,144 $408,900 $0 $408,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jayne Kramer

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Jayne Kramer

    Engel & Volkers Boston

    (617) 266-6006

    10 in this area

    83 Total Sales

    Jayne Kramer
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  • Jennifer Gelfand

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Jennifer Gelfand

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 230-2829

    7 in this area

    210 Total Sales

    Jennifer Gelfand
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  • Beth Dailey

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Beth Dailey

    Boston Realty Sales & Services

    (617) 283-8860

    1 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Beth Dailey
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    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Patricia Kelly

    Priority Home Sales, Inc.

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72925235

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003399-000012

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

261 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4, Boston, MA

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