$462,500
SOLD JAN 7, 2020

342 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02115

Back Bay Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
500 Sq Ft
436 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$925 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

17 Days on Market

About This Home

As of January 2020

PRICE ADJUSTMENT! DON'T MISS OUT! Looking for a condo in the Back Bay under $500,000? You cannot beat this location! Steps to the intersection of Mass Ave and Commonwealth Ave you are at the epicenter of Downtown Boston in seconds. This completely updated lower level studio offers full windows in the rear of the building and direct access to the available association rental parking. This spacious unit has been completely updated including brand new flooring, recessed lighting, and a fresh coat of paint. The galley kitchen has brand new appliances, subway tile backsplash, and marble counter. In-unit washer/dryer hook-up and LOADS of storage top off this amazing value in the heart of Downtown Low condo fee of $213.42/mo INCLUDES heat & hot water! Wow! An amazing pied-a-terre, rental property or small slice of heaven in the Back Bay.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dana Ravech

Signal Real Estate Listed on: 09/10/2019

Co-Listed By

Justin Rollo

Signal Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Je Lee

Premier Realty Group

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,564

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03025 S:004

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,564

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Brownstone
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 930.00
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Level: 1
  • Unit Placement: Lower Level, Walkout
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • No Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 2
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: AN3296
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 500.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Rented
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Hot Water Radiators
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 213.42
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Refuse Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 453200.00
  • Acre: 0.01
  • Lot Size: 500.00
  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03025 S:004
  • Zoning: RES

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4777.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3360230

Multi Family

  • No Units: 9

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 13, 2020
Closed on
Jan 6, 2020
Sold by
Maher Ft
Bought by
Lee Minsuk
Seller's Agent
Je Lee
Premier Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Colin Bayley
Compass
Sold Price
$2,400

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.54%
Original Mortgage
$423,500
Outstanding Balance
$377,367
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$244,854

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2005
Sold by
Maher Ft and Maher Charles F
Bought by
Maher Charles F and Maher Josephine T

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 1999
Sold by
Maher Peter J
Bought by
Maher Charles F and Maher Josephine F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 1995
Sold by
Orlando David A
Bought by
Maher Peter J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$66,100
Interest Rate
7.32%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 1991
Sold by
Commonwealth Condo 342
Bought by
Orlando David A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$69,750
Interest Rate
9.36%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $462,500 None Available
Deed -- --
Deed $90,000 --
Deed $73,500 --
Deed $77,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $423,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $70,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $66,100 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $69,750 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $549,000 0.0% $1,098 / Sq Ft
06/01/2024 06/01/24 Rented $2,700 0.0% --
05/28/2024 05/28/24 Under Contract -- -- --
05/16/2024 05/16/24 Price Changed $2,700 -3.6% $5 / Sq Ft
05/10/2024 05/10/24 Price Changed $2,800 +3.7% $6 / Sq Ft
05/09/2024 05/09/24 For Rent $2,700 +22.7% --
05/24/2021 05/24/21 Under Contract -- -- --
05/16/2021 05/16/21 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
02/27/2021 02/27/21 Price Changed $2,200 -8.3% $4 / Sq Ft
01/24/2021 01/24/21 For Rent $2,400 0.0% --
01/21/2021 01/21/21 Off Market $2,400 -- --
01/14/2021 01/14/21 For Rent $2,400 0.0% --
02/26/2020 02/26/20 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
02/26/2020 02/26/20 Under Contract -- -- --
02/01/2020 02/01/20 Price Changed $2,400 -4.0% $5 / Sq Ft
01/13/2020 01/13/20 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
01/07/2020 01/07/20 Sold $462,500 -0.5% $925 / Sq Ft
09/27/2019 09/27/19 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2019 09/24/19 Price Changed $465,000 -6.8% $930 / Sq Ft
09/10/2019 09/10/19 For Sale $499,000 -- $998 / Sq Ft
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 $5,564 $480,500 $0 $480,500
2024 $5,237 $480,500 $0 $480,500
2023 $4,915 $457,600 $0 $457,600
2022 $4,882 $448,700 $0 $448,700
2021 $5,039 $472,300 $0 $472,300
2020 $4,883 $462,400 $0 $462,400
2019 $4,777 $453,200 $0 $453,200
2018 $4,479 $427,400 $0 $427,400
2017 $4,351 $410,900 $0 $410,900
2016 $4,224 $384,000 $0 $384,000
2015 $4,103 $338,800 $0 $338,800
2014 $3,799 $302,000 $0 $302,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72562176

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003025-000004