RENTED MAY 26, 2025

280 Commonwealth Ave Unit 302 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $860,000 - $986,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
670 Sq Ft
1899 Built

Last Sold October 14, 2016

Last sale price $605,000 $903 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,430/month

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Jogging Path

About This Home

As of May 2025

FURNISHED condo in prime Comm Ave building in heart of Back Bay! Classic charm meets contemporary living inside this fabulous south-side unit, featuring hardwood floors, high ceilings, oversized windows and open living/dining area adorned with decorative fireplace and custom built-ins. An updated kitchen with polished stone counters, designer backsplash & Samsung stainless appliances. A spacious bedroom flooded w/ natural light with adjoining walk-in closet. Updated bathroom features a deep soaking tub and subway tile surround. Additional features: central A/C, foyer storage closets, bike storage, common roof deck, elevator building, laundry facilities in a professionally managed building.The furnished rental package includes contemporary pieces & wall-mounted TV. Located near Newbury Street’s shops, restaurants & Star Market. Accessible commuter options via area T-Stations, Commuter Rail & Storrow Drive/MA Pike ramps. Available Aug 15th. NO pets.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

The Collective

Compass Listed on: 05/16/2025

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Co-Listed By

Lisa Vieira

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Last Renter's Agent

The Collective

Compass Listed on: 05/16/2025

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Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor

Interior Spaces

  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit and schools

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,100
  • Property Available on 8/15/25
  • Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, furnishings (see remarks)
  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03187 S:056,3359900

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2025-08-15
  • Lease Term: Lease Terms(1 Year),Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 4100

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • CoOp Comp: 50/50
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Elevator
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 670
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 670
  • Living Area: 670
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Roof
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Roof
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Furnishings (See Remarks)
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03187 S:056,3359900
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 18, 2016
Closed on
Oct 14, 2016
Sold by
Est Langer Robert M and Kay Deborah
Bought by
Nall Deborah L
Seller's Agent
Linda Cirrone
Kinlin Grover Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Member Non
cci.unknownoffice
List Price
$625,000
Sold Price
$605,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-3.2%
Current Estimated Value
$893,829

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$288,829
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.33%
Original Mortgage
$453,750
Outstanding Balance
$363,766
Interest Rate
3.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$530,063

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 1997
Sold by
Barrack Debra S
Bought by
Langer Robert M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 1990
Sold by
Kandarian Steven A
Bought by
Barrack Debra S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
9.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Nall Deborah L $605,000 --
Langer Robert M $239,000 --
Barrack Debra S $160,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Nall Deborah L $453,750
Previous Owner Barrack Debra S $115,000
Previous Owner Barrack Debra S $120,000
Previous Owner Barrack Debra S $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Rented $4,200 +2.4% --
05/26/2025 05/26/25 Under Contract -- -- --
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Rent $4,100 +6.5% --
08/12/2023 08/12/23 Rented $3,850 0.0% --
08/08/2023 08/08/23 Under Contract -- -- --
06/13/2023 06/13/23 For Rent $3,850 +30.5% --
01/01/2018 01/01/18 Rented $2,950 0.0% --
12/24/2017 12/24/17 Under Contract -- -- --
12/08/2017 12/08/17 For Rent $2,950 0.0% --
10/14/2016 10/14/16 Sold $605,000 -3.2% $903 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2016 07/18/16 For Sale $625,000 -- $933 / 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 $9,132 $788,600 $0 $788,600
2024 $8,596 $788,600 $0 $788,600
2023 $8,067 $751,100 $0 $751,100
2022 $8,012 $736,400 $0 $736,400
2021 $7,857 $736,400 $0 $736,400
2020 $7,254 $686,900 $0 $686,900
2019 $7,096 $673,200 $0 $673,200
2018 $6,433 $613,800 $0 $613,800
2017 $6,249 $590,100 $0 $590,100
2016 $6,067 $551,500 $0 $551,500
2015 $6,809 $562,300 $0 $562,300
2014 $6,364 $505,900 $0 $505,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    The Collective

    Compass

    (617) 807-0853

    8 in this area

    143 Total Sales

    The Collective
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  • Lisa Vieira

    Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Lisa Vieira

    Compass

    (617) 981-2114

    11 Total Sales

    Lisa Vieira
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    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Norman Hodson

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

    (617) 542-0012

    1 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Norman Hodson
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  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Linda Cirrone

    Kinlin Grover Real Estate

  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Member Non

    cci.unknownoffice

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73376704

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003187-000056

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

280 Commonwealth Ave Unit 302, Boston, MA

Not Listed for Sale

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