NOT LISTED FOR SALE

263 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $993,793 - $1,169,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
903 Sq Ft
$450/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 21, 2022

Last sale price $995,000 $1,102 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,694/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Medical Services
  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of April 2022

Stunning duplex on the sunny side of Commonwealth Avenue with exquisite original detail. This exceptional home is located in the heart of Back Bay between Fairfield & Gloucester. The grand, upper level is ideal for entertaining, featuring soaring ceilings, period moldings, intricate wainscoting, a beautiful ornate fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the Commonwealth Ave Mall. The updated kitchen features stainless appliances, granite counter tops, and a separate eat-in area. A lovely common garden, abundant in-unit storage, built-in bookcases, hardwood floors and additional private storage complete this wonderful home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dave Costello & Scott Accorsin

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 02/25/2022

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

calla gillies

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,857

Year Built

  • Built in 1880

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $450 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 903 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3350056

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, gas, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance
  • 8 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Community Garden
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,857

Year Built

Built in 1880

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$450 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Front)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range,Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Countertop Range,Refrigerator,Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 903
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN1921
  • MAIN SO: BB5918

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Storage, Garden Area
  • Association Fee: 450.31
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3350056
  • Zoning: R1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4857.3

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2015
Closed on
May 29, 2015
Sold by
Diehl John and Celestin Catherine
Bought by
Brennan Kara B
Seller's Agent
Amy Goldberg
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Carmela Laurella
CL Properties
List Price
$755,000
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-4.64%
Current Estimated Value
$1,045,448

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$325,448
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.65%
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Outstanding Balance
$324,136
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$721,312

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2013
Closed on
Jun 14, 2013
Sold by
Baker Jan
Bought by
Celestin Catherine
Seller's Agent
Rene Rodriguez
Cabot & Company
Buyer's Agent
Ellen Meyers
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$593,000
Sold Price
$615,000
Premium/Discount to List
$22,000
3.71%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.37%
Original Mortgage
$492,000
Interest Rate
3.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 1998
Sold by
Rienow Robert M and Thompson Howard L
Bought by
Baker Jan E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,150
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 1994
Sold by
Schwartz George
Bought by
Rienow Robert M and Thompson Howard L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,600
Interest Rate
7.6%
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
Brennan Kara B $720,000 --
Celestin Catherine $615,000 --
Celestin Catherine $615,000 --
Baker Jan E $286,550 --
Rienow Robert M $167,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brennan Kara B $420,000
Previous Owner Celestin Catherine $492,000
Previous Owner Rienow Robert M $227,150
Previous Owner Rienow Robert M $133,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/21/2022 04/21/22 Sold $995,000 -2.9% $1,102 / Sq Ft
03/14/2022 03/14/22 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2022 02/25/22 For Sale $1,025,000 +42.4% $1,135 / Sq Ft
05/29/2015 05/29/15 Sold $720,000 -1.4% $838 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/21/2015 05/21/15 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2015 04/30/15 Price Changed $730,000 -3.3% $850 / Sq Ft
04/22/2015 04/22/15 For Sale $755,000 +22.8% $879 / Sq Ft
06/14/2013 06/14/13 Sold $615,000 +3.7% $716 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/24/2013 04/24/13 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2013 04/17/13 For Sale $593,000 -- $690 / 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 $9,262 $799,800 $0 $799,800
2024 $8,718 $799,800 $0 $799,800
2023 $8,181 $761,700 $0 $761,700
2022 $8,125 $746,800 $0 $746,800
2021 $7,968 $746,800 $0 $746,800
2020 $8,007 $758,200 $0 $758,200
2019 $7,832 $743,100 $0 $743,100
2018 $7,345 $700,900 $0 $700,900
2017 $7,136 $673,800 $0 $673,800
2016 $6,927 $629,700 $0 $629,700
2015 $7,119 $587,900 $0 $587,900
2014 $6,592 $524,000 $0 $524,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Dave Costello & Scott Accorsin

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 375-7900

    6 in this area

    50 Total Sales

    Dave Costello & Scott Accorsin
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  • calla gillies

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    calla gillies

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (774) 521-6975

    8 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    calla gillies
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  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Amy Goldberg

    Compass

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  • Carmela Laurella

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Carmela Laurella

    CL Properties

    (617) 797-2538

    2 in this area

    163 Total Sales

    Carmela Laurella
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  • Rene Rodriguez

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Rene Rodriguez

    Cabot & Company

    (617) 896-5006

    8 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Rene Rodriguez
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  • E

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Ellen Meyers

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72946075

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003400-000002

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

263 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA

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