280 Commonwealth Ave Unit 201 Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,002
Sq Ft
$538/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Brownstone
- 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
- Jogging Path
- Property is near public transit
- 1 Fireplace
- Elevator
About This Home
As of October 2024Bright, sunny, and rarely available 2 bedroom/2 bathroom front facing home on Commonwealth Avenue. This home features 12 foot ceilings with hardwood floors throughout, large windows from every room overlooking the Comm Ave Mall, Poggenpohl kitchen cabinets with some Gaggenhau appliances, living room fireplace, large bedrooms with ample closet space, 2 full updated bathrooms, and central A/C. There is also plenty of bike storage and a common roof deck with sweeping Boston views for seasonal enjoyment. This Brownstone style building has an amazing lobby with a grand staircase, elevator, and professionally managed. A great opportunity to own an exceptional home in one of Boston's most prestigious neighborhoods!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential Listed on: 09/12/2024
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,793
Year Built
- Built in 1899
HOA Fees
- $538 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brownstone
Interior Spaces
- 1,002 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 1 Heating Zone
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 3359898
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
- 43 Units
- Mid-Rise Condominium
Amenities
- Common Area
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
- Elevator
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 5, 2015
Sold by
Robidoux Philip and Robidoux Barbara
Bought by
Robidoux Ft and Robidoux
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 11, 2013
Closed on
Sep 5, 2013
Sold by
Farrell Terrance and Welch-Farrell Sandra
Bought by
Robinoux Phillip and Robinoux Barbara
Seller's Agent
Jas Bhogal
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jeffrey Sirkis
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$877,000
Premium/Discount to List
$27,000
3.18%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.15%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
4.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2004
Sold by
Welch-Farrell Sandra and Farrell Terrence
Bought by
Welch-Farrell Sandra and Farrell Marc-Kwesi T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$504,000
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 17, 2004
Sold by
Lucas Brad
Bought by
Farrell Terreance and Welch-Farrell Sandra
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$504,000
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 2000
Sold by
Leins Barth J and Leins Stacey R
Bought by
Lucas Brad
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 7, 1999
Sold by
Chua Theodore Y
Bought by
Leins Barth J and Leins Stacey R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 1991
Sold by
Griffiths Autumn D and Manning John L
Bought by
Chua Theodore Y
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $877,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $720,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $720,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $600,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $600,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $424,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $424,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $265,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $265,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $800,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $800,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $504,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2024 10/24/24 | Sold | $1,400,000 | +0.1% | $1,397 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2024 09/12/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/12/2024 09/12/24 | For Sale | $1,399,000 | 0.0% | $1,396 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2019 03/01/19 | Rented | $4,200 | +5.0% | -- |
| 02/22/2019 02/22/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/15/2019 02/15/19 | For Rent | $4,000 | +2.6% | -- |
| 04/22/2018 04/22/18 | Rented | $3,900 | -2.4% | -- |
| 04/20/2018 04/20/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/16/2018 03/16/18 | Price Changed | $3,995 | -7.0% | $4 / Sq Ft |
| 11/10/2017 11/10/17 | For Rent | $4,295 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/05/2013 09/05/13 | Sold | $877,000 | 0.0% | $875 / Sq Ft |
| 07/31/2013 07/31/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/19/2013 07/19/13 | Off Market | $877,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2013 07/11/13 | For Sale | $850,000 | -- | $848 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $12,528 | $1,081,900 | $0 | $1,081,900 |
| 2024 | $11,793 | $1,081,900 | $0 | $1,081,900 |
| 2023 | $11,065 | $1,030,300 | $0 | $1,030,300 |
| 2022 | $10,990 | $1,010,100 | $0 | $1,010,100 |
| 2021 | $10,778 | $1,010,100 | $0 | $1,010,100 |
| 2020 | $9,791 | $927,200 | $0 | $927,200 |
| 2019 | $9,579 | $908,800 | $0 | $908,800 |
| 2018 | $8,983 | $857,200 | $0 | $857,200 |
| 2017 | $8,726 | $824,000 | $0 | $824,000 |
| 2016 | $8,471 | $770,100 | $0 | $770,100 |
| 2015 | $10,878 | $898,300 | $0 | $898,300 |
| 2014 | -- | $807,800 | $0 | $807,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jeffrey Sirkis
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jeffrey Sirkis
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
(617) 877-6409
4 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
Karla Castellanos
K
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Karla Castellanos
Blackstone Williams Realty, LLC
3 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
Hans Nagrath
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Hans Nagrath
Compass
(646) 577-1294
17 in this area
150 Total Sales
-
Roberta Orlandino
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Roberta Orlandino
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 312-1511
12 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2018
John Hogan
Conway - Mansfield
-
Jas Bhogal
Seller's Agent in 2013
Jas Bhogal
Compass
(617) 426-6900
1 in this area
11 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73289684
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003187-000036
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