NOT LISTED FOR SALE

290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 25 Boston, MA 02115

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,976,000 - $2,168,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,295 Sq Ft
$1,131/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold December 14, 2020

Last sale price $1,560,000 $1,205 Per Sq Ft

Est. 31% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,582/month

133 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • Central Heating
  • Intercom

About This Home

As of December 2020

Truly one of a kind rooftop PH residence on Commonwealth Ave. This stunning 2 bed 2 bath single level residence is attached to a 900+ sf. private roof deck offering privacy, 360 degree exposure and stunning views from every room. This contemporary dwelling boasts an open floor plan with high ceilings and features a sun-filled great room with 2 skylights, oak floors and recessed lighting. The modern kitchen has a breakfast bar finished with granite counters and complemented by stainless steel appliances and a gas cooktop. The spacious master bedroom includes 2 custom designed walk-in closets and en suite bathroom. Enjoy everyday the spectacular views from sunrise to sunset. Conveniently located within walking distance to the Fenway Park, the Boston Common and the Newbury Street shops and restaurants. View 3D tour available at bit.ly/2z1Lrrs

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Green

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 05/21/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Co-Listed By

Christopher Barthelemy

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston License #195507647

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Barthelemy

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston License #195507647

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,277

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 1,307

HOA Fees

  • $1,131 per month

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Bps High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Central Heating
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03076 S:058

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,277

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,131 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 1270.27
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 25
  • Unit Level: 7
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Intercom
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • No Rooms: 5
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN6181
  • Main So: AN6181
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1295.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick, Stone/Concrete
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Brick, Stone
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Rented, On Street Permit
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heating: Central Heat
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station
  • HOA Fees: 1131.37
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Schools

  • Elementary School: BPS
  • Middle School: BPS
  • High School: BPS

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 99999.00
  • Page: 310
  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03076 S:058
  • Zoning: res

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 15925.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3359758
  • Tax Year: 2019

Multi Family

  • No Units: 28

MLS Schools

  • Grade School: BPS
  • High School: BPS
  • Middle School: BPS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2020
Sold by
Samborn Kevin and Samborn Rachelle
Bought by
Walker Bruce and Walker Frances M
Total Days on Market
133
Current Estimated Value
$2,043,657

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,170,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 7, 2013
Closed on
Jun 17, 2014
Sold by
Guaralnik Boris S and Guralnik Irina V
Bought by
Samborn Kevin and Samborn Rachelle
Seller's Agent
Natalie Zurman
Boston Real Property
Buyer's Agent
Joanna Hochman
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-7.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.96%
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2007
Sold by
Novakovich Alexandra and Moorthy Raja
Bought by
Guralnik Boris S and Guralnik Irina

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$623,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2002
Sold by
Lu Chafen
Bought by
Moorthy Raja and Novakovich Alexandra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$591,000
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 1996
Sold by
Kloss Sharon
Bought by
Godec James M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,700
Interest Rate
8.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 1992
Sold by
Dime Sb Of Ny Fsb
Bought by
Kloss Sharon A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
8.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 1991
Sold by
Lilly Sharon D
Bought by
Garden Mgmt Co Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 1987
Sold by
Sherman Anson
Bought by
Lilly Sharon D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$264,000
Interest Rate
9.23%
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
Walker Bruce $1,560,000 None Available
Samborn Kevin $1,200,000 --
Guralnik Boris S $890,000 --
Moorthy Raja $741,000 --
Godec James M $242,000 --
Kloss Sharon A $132,000 --
Garden Mgmt Co Inc $225,000 --
Lilly Sharon D $280,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Walker Bruce $1,170,000
Previous Owner Samborn Kevin $960,000
Previous Owner Guralnik Boris S $702,000
Previous Owner Guralnik Boris S $623,000
Previous Owner Lilly Sharon D $591,000
Previous Owner Lilly Sharon D $205,700
Previous Owner Lilly Sharon D $80,000
Previous Owner Lilly Sharon D $264,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/14/2020 12/14/20 Sold $1,560,000 -5.2% $1,205 / Sq Ft
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2020 07/25/20 Price Changed $1,645,000 -2.9% $1,270 / Sq Ft
06/29/2020 06/29/20 Price Changed $1,695,000 -5.0% $1,309 / Sq Ft
05/21/2020 05/21/20 For Sale $1,785,000 +48.8% $1,378 / Sq Ft
06/17/2014 06/17/14 Sold $1,200,000 0.0% $927 / Sq Ft
08/11/2013 08/11/13 Rented $4,500 0.0% --
08/02/2013 08/02/13 Off Market $1,200,000 -- --
07/12/2013 07/12/13 Under Contract -- -- --
07/11/2013 07/11/13 Price Changed $1,225,000 -2.0% $946 / Sq Ft
06/25/2013 06/25/13 Price Changed $1,250,000 -2.0% $965 / Sq Ft
06/11/2013 06/11/13 Price Changed $1,275,000 -1.5% $985 / Sq Ft
05/07/2013 05/07/13 For Sale $1,295,000 0.0% $1,000 / Sq Ft
03/30/2013 03/30/13 For Rent $4,995 -- --
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 $19,277 $1,664,700 $0 $1,664,700
2024 $17,791 $1,632,200 $0 $1,632,200
2023 $16,695 $1,554,500 $0 $1,554,500
2022 $16,581 $1,524,000 $0 $1,524,000
2021 $16,261 $1,524,000 $0 $1,524,000
2020 $15,778 $1,494,100 $0 $1,494,100
2019 $15,434 $1,464,300 $0 $1,464,300
2018 $14,475 $1,381,200 $0 $1,381,200
2017 $14,061 $1,327,800 $0 $1,327,800
2016 $13,650 $1,240,900 $0 $1,240,900
2015 $12,392 $1,023,300 $0 $1,023,300
2014 $12,546 $997,300 $0 $997,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • David Green

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    David Green

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 875-8331

    4 in this area

    137 Total Sales

    David Green
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  • Christopher Barthelemy

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Christopher Barthelemy

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Natalie Zurman

    Boston Real Property

    (617) 928-3355

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    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Joanna Hochman

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    5 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    Joanna Hochman
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72659614

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003076-000058

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 25, Boston, MA

This home is located at 290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 25, Boston, MA 02115 since 21 May 2020 and is currently estimated at $2,043,657, approximately $1,578 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 25 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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