NOT LISTED FOR SALE

342 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 Boston, MA 02115

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $607,000 - $862,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
490 Sq Ft
479 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold January 06, 2017

Last sale price $535,000 $1,092 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,547/month

26 Days on Market

About This Home

As of January 2017

Beautiful location with views of sunset sky overlooking historic and scenic Commonwealth Mall's autumnal display. This newly renovated second floor unit boasts new 7' tall energy efficient insulated historic bay windows, refinished gleaming hardwood floors, new paint and new ceilings 10' high! Open kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry with interior storage and new quartz counter tops. Bedroom also with new 7' tall energy efficient historic insulated windows, new tall ceilings 10' high, ample closet & refinished hardwood floors. All tiled bathroom with full size tub, recessed medicine cabinet, new storage cabinet, new ceilings and paint. Historic staircase with original sky light leading to unit and storage for this unit only in basement. There is a beautiful fireplace in open living areas, low condo fee includes heat & hot water! This great location is within walking distance to cultural & sporting venues, esplanade with cycling & walking paths.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maria Ryan

Jacob Realty, LLC License #449587422 Listed on: 09/15/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Maria Ryan

Jacob Realty, LLC License #449587422 Listed on: 09/15/2016

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 15, 2016
Closed on
Jan 6, 2017
Sold by
342-5 Commonwealth Ave
Bought by
Lai Wenrui
Seller's Agent
Maria Ryan
Jacob Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Maria Ryan
Jacob Realty, LLC
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$535,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.73%
Total Days on Market
26
Current Estimated Value
$712,828

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$177,828
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.90%
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
Lai Wenrui $535,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/06/2017 01/06/17 Sold $535,000 -2.7% $1,092 / Sq Ft
10/11/2016 10/11/16 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2016 10/04/16 For Sale $550,000 0.0% $1,122 / Sq Ft
10/01/2016 10/01/16 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2016 09/15/16 For Sale $550,000 -- $1,122 / 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 $6,726 $580,800 $0 $580,800
2024 $6,331 $580,800 $0 $580,800
2023 $5,940 $553,100 $0 $553,100
2022 $5,900 $542,300 $0 $542,300
2021 $5,786 $542,300 $0 $542,300
2020 $5,317 $503,500 $0 $503,500
2019 $5,200 $493,400 $0 $493,400
2018 $4,934 $470,800 $0 $470,800
2017 $4,793 $452,600 $0 $452,600
2016 $4,653 $423,000 $0 $423,000
2015 $4,851 $400,600 $0 $400,600
2014 $4,491 $357,000 $0 $357,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Maria Ryan

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Maria Ryan

    Jacob Realty, LLC

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72068239

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003025-000010

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

342 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5, Boston, MA

This home is located at 342 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5, Boston, MA 02115 since 15 September 2016 and is currently estimated at $712,828, approximately $1,454 per square foot. This property was built in 1890. 342 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 is a home located in Suffolk County with nearby schools including Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers, Kingsley Montessori School, and The Newman School.

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