$580,000
$30K PRICE DROP

27-29 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Chestnut Hill Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,178/month

Total Views 8,496
1 Bed
1 Bath
724 Sq Ft
$801 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • 1-minute walk to Boston College Station
  • Property is near public transit
  • Ward Elementary School Rated A+
  • Medical Services
  • 2-minute walk to Boyden Park

About This Home

Charming corner residence featuring double exposures of natural light! This sun-splashed one bedroom condominium offers gleaming hardwood flooring, recessed lighting and a kitchen that boasts granite countertops, newer stainless appliances and a breakfast bar with pendulum lighting. A spacious bedroom, ample storage, updated bath and in-unit laundry complete this turnkey gem. Heat & hot water are included in the HOA fee as well as a fitness room and third floor common patio/deck with beautiful views. A direct access deeded garage parking space and large private storage locker are located underneath the building. Stellar location, right across from the Boston College campus & the MBTA (B line). Moments to the Reservoir, parks, shops & restaurants of enviable Chestnut Hill. The Covenant Residences are a quiet, verdant oasis with mature plantings, a terrific blend of classic historic buildings with modern amenities. Building maintenance & landscaping are also included in the HOA.

Listing Agent

Frank Celeste

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 07/08/2025

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Constance Brown

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,896

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area

HOA Fees

  • $695 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 724 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Intercom

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Ward Elementary School
  • Bigelow Middle School
  • Newton North High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6300100007E0,4703137

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 57 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • Covenant Residences On Commonwealth Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,896

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$695 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: N
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 724
  • Living Area: 724
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5918

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Fitness Center, Storage
  • Association Fee: 694.53
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 6300100007E0,4703137
  • Zoning: MR2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 0.34
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4896

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 57
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Newton North
  • Elementary School: Ward
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bigelow

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $4,729 $482,600 $0 $482,600
2024 $4,573 $468,500 $0 $468,500
2023 $4,573 $449,200 $0 $449,200
2022 $4,500 $427,800 $0 $427,800
2021 $4,603 $427,800 $0 $427,800
2020 $4,174 $399,800 $0 $399,800
2019 $4,057 $388,200 $0 $388,200
2018 $4,060 $375,200 $0 $375,200
2017 $3,936 $354,000 $0 $354,000
2016 $3,765 $330,800 $0 $330,800
2015 $3,657 $315,000 $0 $315,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/09/2025 09/09/25 Price Changed $580,000 -3.2% $801 / Sq Ft
07/19/2025 07/19/25 Price Changed $599,000 -1.8% $827 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 For Sale $610,000 +13.0% $843 / Sq Ft
03/28/2023 03/28/23 Sold $540,000 -1.8% $746 / Sq Ft
02/09/2023 02/09/23 Pending -- -- --
01/05/2023 01/05/23 For Sale $550,000 0.0% $760 / Sq Ft
08/02/2022 08/02/22 Rented $2,800 +3.7% --
06/08/2022 06/08/22 For Rent $2,700 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $525,000 --
Not Resolvable $366,000 --
Deed $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $292,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $165,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73401164

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEWT-000063-000001-000007E