NOT LISTED FOR SALE

280 Commonwealth Ave Unit 307 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $757,000 - $1,009,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
659 Sq Ft
$354/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 06, 2023

Last sale price $852,000 $1,293 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,720/month

78 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • Property is near public transit
  • Brownstone
  • Deck
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of September 2023

PRIME location!!! Impressive front-facing oversized 1 bedroom on the south side of Commonwealth Avenue, between Fairfield and Gloucester. Right around the corner from Newbury Street and the Prudential Center. Every room has beautiful views of the iconic Comm Ave Mall. Oversized bedroom can easily fit a king-sized bed and has tons of closet space! Very grand historic building featuring exquisite period detail, welcoming lavish lobby, elevator and expansive common roof deck. Low condo fee, central A/C, pet-friendly association, and bike storage complete this unparalleled listing. Parking available for additional!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Abbe Bonnevie

Boston Proper Real Estate Listed on: 05/04/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Better Home Team

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,579

Year Built

  • Built in 1899

Lot Details

  • 653

HOA Fees

  • $354 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone

Interior Spaces

  • 659 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3359908

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 43 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,579

Year Built

Built in 1899

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$354 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1899
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 659
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: NB4885
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1312.59
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1292.87
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Laundry, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 354.01
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 307
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3359908
  • Zoning: res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 99999
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8579
  • Tax Book Number: 99999

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 43
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 21

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2023
Closed on
Sep 6, 2023
Sold by
Lorey Kenneth S
Bought by
Gerstenberger Brian S and Svancara Danielle M
Seller's Agent
Abbe Bonnevie
Boston Proper Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Better Home Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$865,000
Sold Price
$852,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,000
-1.5%
Views
156
Current Estimated Value
$858,401

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,401
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.37%
Original Mortgage
$677,000
Outstanding Balance
$663,542
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$194,859

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 1992
Sold by
Coleman Ronald G and Coleman Paula
Bought by
Hansen Christina L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1991
Sold by
Scangas Janice
Bought by
Coleman Ronald G and Coleman Paula
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
Gerstenberger Brian S $852,000 None Available
Hansen Christina L $198,000 --
Coleman Ronald G $205,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gerstenberger Brian S $677,000
Previous Owner Coleman Ronald G $80,000
Previous Owner Coleman Ronald G $166,000
Previous Owner Coleman Ronald G $172,800
Previous Owner Coleman Ronald G $152,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/06/2023 09/06/23 Sold $852,000 -1.5% $1,293 / Sq Ft
07/22/2023 07/22/23 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2023 07/17/23 For Sale $865,000 0.0% $1,313 / Sq Ft
06/16/2023 06/16/23 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2023 06/13/23 Price Changed $865,000 -1.1% $1,313 / Sq Ft
05/04/2023 05/04/23 For Sale $875,000 0.0% $1,328 / Sq Ft
03/21/2019 03/21/19 Rented $2,750 0.0% --
03/12/2019 03/12/19 For Rent $2,750 +1.9% --
08/18/2017 08/18/17 Rented $2,700 -3.6% --
08/09/2017 08/09/17 For Rent $2,800 -- --
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 $8,698 $751,100 $0 $751,100
2024 $8,187 $751,100 $0 $751,100
2023 $8,505 $791,900 $0 $791,900
2022 $8,446 $776,300 $0 $776,300
2021 $8,283 $776,300 $0 $776,300
2020 $7,584 $718,200 $0 $718,200
2019 $7,418 $703,800 $0 $703,800
2018 $6,958 $663,900 $0 $663,900
2017 $6,759 $638,200 $0 $638,200
2016 $6,562 $596,500 $0 $596,500
2015 $7,565 $624,700 $0 $624,700
2014 $6,856 $545,000 $0 $545,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Abbe Bonnevie

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Abbe Bonnevie

    Boston Proper Real Estate

    (919) 649-3987

    6 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Abbe Bonnevie
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Better Home Team

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 266-4430

    6 in this area

    165 Total Sales

    Better Home Team
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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    The Haddad Homes Group

    Compass

    (617) 206-3333

    1 in this area

    35 Total Sales

    The Haddad Homes Group
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  • L

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Leah Haddad

    Compass

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  • Tom Leggett

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Tom Leggett

    Boston Proper Real Estate

    (978) 460-2073

    2 in this area

    5 Total Sales

    Tom Leggett
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  • Roberta Orlandino

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Roberta Orlandino

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 312-1511

    12 in this area

    46 Total Sales

    Roberta Orlandino
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73107413

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003187-000064

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

280 Commonwealth Ave Unit 307, Boston, MA

This home is located at 280 Commonwealth Ave Unit 307, Boston, MA 02116 since 04 May 2023 and is currently estimated at $858,401, approximately $1,302 per square foot. This property was built in 1899. 280 Commonwealth Ave Unit 307 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers, Kingsley Montessori School, and Park Street School.

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