NOT LISTED FOR SALE

40 Commonwealth Ave Unit A Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $595,845

Studio
1 Bath
445 Sq Ft
436 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 24, 2016

Last sale price $480,000 $1,079 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,752 / mo

70 Days on Market

About This Home

As of October 2016

Open House Sun, 7/17 from 12-1pm. Renovated, bright garden level Studio located on the prestigious first block of Commonwealth Ave just steps from the Public Garden. Updated well-appointed kitchen with shaker-style cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and granite breakfast bar with w/ pendant light and counter seating. Efficient open concept layout with sunsplashed bay windows and well-defined living, dining and sleeping areas. Freshly painted with 2 generous-sized closets. Full tiled bath with pedestal sink and mosaic floor tile accent. This home has direct unit access to the common patio. Across the hall is additional assigned storage and common laundry. Professionally managed, pet-friendly association with high owner-occupancy and low condo fee. Just around the corner from Newbury Street high-end boutiques, restaurants/cafes and a walk in every direction to all that Boston has to offer. A Must See!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joseph Sollomi

Boston Fine Homes License #449533930 Listed on: 05/31/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Anthony Zarbano

Regatta Realty

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Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1890

Lot Details

436 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 0
  • Unit Placement: Garden
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 2
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
  • Energy: Prog. Thermostat
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Intercom
  • No Living Levels: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Unit Features: Other (See Remarks)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: On Street Permit
  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: Forty Commonwealth Avenue Condominium
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Extra Storage
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • No Units: 10
  • Unit Building: A

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: W:05 P:01208 S:002
  • Zoning: RES

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$595,845

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$396,000
Outstanding Balance
$329,403
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$266,442

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 31, 2016
Closed on
Oct 24, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Joseph Sollomi
Boston Fine Homes
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Zarbano
Regatta Realty
List Price
$489,900
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-2.02%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.24%
Original Mortgage
$432,000
Interest Rate
3.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$495,000 --
$480,000 --
$313,000 --
$264,500 --
$135,000 --
$130,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $39,366
Open $396,000
Previous Owner $432,000
Closed $57,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/24/2016 10/24/16 Sold $480,000 -2.0% $1,079 / Sq Ft
08/09/2016 08/09/16 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2016 07/01/16 For Sale $489,900 0.0% $1,101 / Sq Ft
06/18/2016 06/18/16 Pending -- -- --
06/15/2016 06/15/16 Price Changed $489,900 -3.8% $1,101 / Sq Ft
05/31/2016 05/31/16 For Sale $509,000 -- $1,144 / 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 $5,729 $494,700 $0 $494,700
2024 $5,087 $466,700 $0 $466,700
2023 $4,912 $457,400 $0 $457,400
2022 $4,928 $452,900 $0 $452,900
2021 $4,739 $444,100 $0 $444,100
2020 $4,905 $464,500 $0 $464,500
2019 $4,751 $450,800 $0 $450,800
2018 $4,724 $450,800 $0 $450,800
2017 $4,842 $457,200 $0 $457,200
2016 $4,657 $423,400 $0 $423,400
2015 $4,707 $388,700 $0 $388,700
2014 $4,130 $328,300 $0 $328,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72014372

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001208-000002

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