SOLD SEP 24, 2024
RENTED OCT 15, 2024
290 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8 Boston, MA 02115
Back Bay Neighborhood
--
Bed
1
Bath
175
Sq Ft
$166/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Medical Services
- 4-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
- Wood Flooring
- Brownstone
- Property is near public transit
- Jogging Path
About This Home
As of September 2024Charming condo in a beautiful Back Bay brownstone on Commonwealth Ave near Gloucester Street. Just one flight up a wide staircase (or take the elevator) from an elegant lobby with a chandelier leads to Unit 8. This compact home features over 10 ft ceilings, wood floors, a renovated bathroom with marble tiles and a large shower, and a kitchenette with a 4-burner gas range, sink, and refrigerator. Ideal for a first-time homebuyer, student, or someone seeking a pied-à-terre in the best location in the city. Directly across from Commonwealth Mall and steps from Newbury Street shops and restaurants. Prudential Center, Boston Public Garden, and the MBTA are close by. Unit is being sold fully furnished and is move-in ready. Own a piece of Back Bay.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,774
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- Two or More Common Walls
HOA Fees
- $166 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brownstone
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 175 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Central Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03076 S:024,3359753
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
- 29 Units
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
- Elevator
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 18, 2018
Closed on
Sep 4, 2018
Sold by
Tang Ling
Bought by
Hourihan Angela C
Seller's Agent
Wangni Tian
Sweet Home Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jayne Kramer
Engel & Volkers Boston
List Price
$325,000
Sold Price
$351,000
Premium/Discount to List
$26,000
8%
Total Days on Market
8
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
$80,346
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.10%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 6, 2017
Closed on
Feb 2, 2017
Sold by
Sosa Maria
Bought by
Tang Ling
Seller's Agent
The Annette Given Team
The Charles Realty
Buyer's Agent
David Huddleston
Concept Properties
List Price
$259,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$41,000
15.83%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.38%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 2006
Sold by
Sanfilippo Joseph
Bought by
Sosa Maria
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
6.31%
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 | $351,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $300,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $165,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $165,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $255,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $255,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $132,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2024 10/15/24 | Rented | $2,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/11/2024 10/11/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/08/2024 10/08/24 | For Rent | $2,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/24/2024 09/24/24 | Sold | $425,000 | 0.0% | $2,429 / Sq Ft |
| 08/16/2024 08/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/08/2024 08/08/24 | For Sale | $425,000 | +21.1% | $2,429 / Sq Ft |
| 09/04/2018 09/04/18 | Sold | $351,000 | +8.0% | $2,006 / Sq Ft |
| 07/26/2018 07/26/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/18/2018 07/18/18 | For Sale | $325,000 | 0.0% | $1,857 / Sq Ft |
| 09/01/2017 09/01/17 | Rented | $1,650 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/28/2017 08/28/17 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/15/2017 08/15/17 | Price Changed | $1,650 | -2.9% | $9 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2017 07/30/17 | For Rent | $1,700 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/02/2017 02/02/17 | Sold | $300,000 | +15.8% | $1,714 / Sq Ft |
| 01/08/2017 01/08/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/06/2017 01/06/17 | For Sale | $259,000 | -- | $1,480 / 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 | $3,980 | $343,700 | $0 | $343,700 |
| 2024 | $4,698 | $431,000 | $0 | $431,000 |
| 2023 | $4,409 | $410,500 | $0 | $410,500 |
| 2022 | $4,378 | $402,400 | $0 | $402,400 |
| 2021 | $4,294 | $402,400 | $0 | $402,400 |
| 2020 | $3,424 | $324,200 | $0 | $324,200 |
| 2019 | $2,679 | $254,200 | $0 | $254,200 |
| 2018 | $2,554 | $243,700 | $0 | $243,700 |
| 2017 | $2,481 | $234,300 | $0 | $234,300 |
| 2016 | $2,409 | $219,000 | $0 | $219,000 |
| 2015 | $2,246 | $185,500 | $0 | $185,500 |
| 2014 | $2,225 | $176,900 | $0 | $176,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jayne Kramer
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jayne Kramer
Engel & Volkers Boston
(617) 266-6006
9 in this area
83 Total Sales
-
Seth Driggin
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Seth Driggin
Compass
(617) 645-8926
3 in this area
146 Total Sales
-
Charles Fu
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Charles Fu
Baymaxx Realty, LLC
(617) 669-7964
1 in this area
18 Total Sales
-
Wangni Tian
W
Seller's Agent in 2018
Wangni Tian
Sweet Home Realty
(617) 216-5682
61 Total Sales
-
Ghassan Mehdi
Seller's Agent in 2017
Ghassan Mehdi
Boston Homes Realty
(617) 905-9775
3 in this area
25 Total Sales
-
The Annette Given Team
Seller's Agent in 2017
The Annette Given Team
The Charles Realty
(617) 236-0383
19 in this area
74 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73275216
APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003076-000024
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