287 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02115
Back Bay Neighborhood
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,858
Sq Ft
1,873
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of May 2015Sumptuous and grandly proportioned 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom with every amenity including direct-access elevator and parking. Almost 1900 square feet of luxury living. All on one level with an open floor plan. Nestled within the former H.M. Sears mansion overlooking the Back Bay's prestigious Commonwealth Mall. Expansive (21 foot by 32 foot) living room with gas fireplace provides the perfect backdrop for inspired entertaining. Open kitchen with gas cooking and Sub-Zero/Thermador appliances overlooking large dining. King-size master suite with marble bath featuring a jetted soaking tub and separate shower. Second bedroom with full marble bath. Gleaming hardwoods. Central Air. Private brick patio with gated access to tandem parking space. Professionally managed, pet friendly building with stunning common areas.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay Listed on: 03/04/2015
Last Buyer's Agent
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay Listed on: 03/04/2015
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 4, 2015
Closed on
May 15, 2015
Sold by
Oconnell Danielle S and Oconnell Justin
Bought by
Vorlicek Anthony
Seller's Agent
Lucas Garofalo
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Buyer's Agent
Lucas Garofalo
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-2.86%
Total Days on Market
31
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,020,476
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,058,615
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$1,661,861
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2011
Sold by
Mass Comm Of
Bought by
Oconnell Danielle S and Oconnell Justin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$912,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 17, 2007
Sold by
Grondine Susan E
Bought by
Philbrick Wendy C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2004
Sold by
Fincl Cendant Mobilty
Bought by
Grondine Susan E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 2, 2001
Sold by
Dilworth John R and Dilworth Dorothy A
Bought by
Schimpf Eric A and Schimpf Dina O
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 1999
Sold by
Commonwealth Inc 287
Bought by
Dilworth John R and Dilworth Dorothy A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$628,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $1,700,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,140,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,215,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,000,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,000,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,000,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $785,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,360,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $912,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $912,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $550,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $675,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $628,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2021 04/22/21 | Rented | $6,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/12/2021 04/12/21 | For Rent | $6,500 | +8.4% | -- |
| 03/12/2016 03/12/16 | Rented | $5,995 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/18/2016 02/18/16 | Price Changed | $5,995 | -7.8% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 01/08/2016 01/08/16 | For Rent | $6,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/15/2015 05/15/15 | Sold | $1,700,000 | 0.0% | $915 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2015 04/04/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/30/2015 03/30/15 | Off Market | $1,700,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/04/2015 03/04/15 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | -- | $942 / 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 | $21,575 | $1,863,100 | $0 | $1,863,100 |
| 2024 | $20,308 | $1,863,100 | $0 | $1,863,100 |
| 2023 | $19,057 | $1,774,400 | $0 | $1,774,400 |
| 2022 | $18,927 | $1,739,600 | $0 | $1,739,600 |
| 2021 | $18,562 | $1,739,600 | $0 | $1,739,600 |
| 2020 | $19,448 | $1,841,700 | $0 | $1,841,700 |
| 2019 | $19,495 | $1,849,600 | $0 | $1,849,600 |
| 2018 | $18,283 | $1,744,600 | $0 | $1,744,600 |
| 2017 | $17,762 | $1,677,200 | $0 | $1,677,200 |
| 2016 | $17,115 | $1,555,900 | $0 | $1,555,900 |
| 2015 | $16,744 | $1,382,700 | $0 | $1,382,700 |
| 2014 | $15,504 | $1,232,400 | $0 | $1,232,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Franklin Knotts
Seller's Agent in 2021
Franklin Knotts
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 365-1151
2 in this area
18 Total Sales
-
Andrew Glovsky
A
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Andrew Glovsky
The Charles Realty
(617) 236-0353
26 Total Sales
-
Lucas Garofalo
Seller's Agent in 2015
Lucas Garofalo
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(617) 542-0012
6 in this area
32 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71797577
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003567-000004
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