NOT LISTED FOR SALE

31 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,389,000 - $1,732,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,240 Sq Ft
1,220 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 24, 2021

Last sale price $1,341,000 $1,081 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,348 / mo

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Brownstone
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

As of September 2021

Situated on one of Boston's most desirable blocks, 31-33 Commonwealth Avenue is a lovely place to call home! With its picturesque front facing exposure and private entrance, complemented by one of Commonwealth Avenue's beautiful magnolia trees and a lush, landscaped garden, this tasteful condo features a welcoming entry foyer. French doors open to a dining room and an oversized living room with fireplace, bay window and rich hardwood flooring. A crisp kitchen with newly refurbished cabinets and gas cooking has an office nook or casual dining area perfectly positioned nearby. A second bedroom, nicely sized with a window and arched architectural style, is adjacent to a full bathroom. Down the hall, a generously proportioned master bedroom with another bay window, two closets and enough room for a seating area is the perfect retreat with a large marble bathroom nearby. Gracious common areas, elevator which provides service to the common lobby, professional mgmt. & healthy reserve.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rebecca Davis Tulman

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 07/22/2021

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Aranson Maguire Group

Compass

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,153

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 1,220

HOA Fees

  • $731 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,240 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heat Pump System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3346284

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include gas, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
  • 7 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,153

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

1,220 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$731 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Countertop Range,Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Living Area: 1240
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: See Remarks
  • Roof: Rubber, Other
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 731.42
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, T-Station, Other
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3346284
  • Zoning: Re
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: No

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12152.96

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 7

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$1,538,027

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2021
Closed on
Oct 26, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Davis Tulman
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Aranson Maguire Group
Compass
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,341,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$58,000
-4.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,072,800
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2021
Closed on
Sep 24, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rebecca Davis Tulman
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Aranson Maguire Group
Compass
List Price
$1,399,000
Sold Price
$1,341,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$58,000
-4.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,072,800
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$614,000
Interest Rate
5.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 1993
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 1991
Sold by
Bought by
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,400,000 --
$1,400,000 --
-- None Available
-- None Available
$1,341,000 None Available
$1,341,000 None Available
$767,000 --
$725,000 --
$725,000 --
$465,000 --
$425,000 --
$425,000 --
$325,000 --
$265,000 --
$35,000 --
$265,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $1,072,800
Previous Owner $285,546
Previous Owner $614,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/24/2021 09/24/21 Sold $1,341,000 -4.1% $1,081 / Sq Ft
08/03/2021 08/03/21 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2021 07/22/21 For Sale $1,399,000 -- $1,128 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History

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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 $15,910 $1,373,900 $0 $1,373,900
2024 $14,669 $1,345,800 $0 $1,345,800
2023 $13,767 $1,281,800 $0 $1,281,800
2022 $15,495 $1,424,200 $0 $1,424,200
2021 $15,196 $1,424,200 $0 $1,424,200
2020 $15,809 $1,497,100 $0 $1,497,100
2019 $15,464 $1,467,200 $0 $1,467,200
2018 $14,503 $1,383,900 $0 $1,383,900
2017 $14,090 $1,330,500 $0 $1,330,500
2016 $14,363 $1,305,700 $0 $1,305,700
2015 $14,312 $1,181,800 $0 $1,181,800
2014 $13,252 $1,053,400 $0 $1,053,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Rebecca Davis Tulman

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Rebecca Davis Tulman

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

    (617) 510-5050

    3 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    Rebecca Davis Tulman
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  • Aranson Maguire Group

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Aranson Maguire Group

    Compass

    (617) 206-3333

    5 in this area

    456 Total Sales

    Aranson Maguire Group
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72869947

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002876-000060

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

31 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA

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