$660,000
SOLD MAR 30, 2021

405 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02215

Back Bay Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
750 Sq Ft
$436/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$880 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • 3-minute walk to Kenmore Block
  • Laundry Facilities
  • High Speed Internet

About This Home

As of March 2021

One of a kind, not to be missed. Located in a magnificently restored mansion on lovely, tree lined Commonwealth Ave. This beautifully renovated & maintained 1 bed, 1 bath, ~750sqft home has 2 sep entrances on Comm Ave & Marlborough St. Enjoy direct access from Marlborough St. to the gated private patio into this well designed home. Wonderful open floor plan in dinning / living room to the kitchen area w high ceilings. Oversized bow windows, fireplace w mantle, hwd floors & great closet space. Newly renovated fully applianced granite kitchen has a sunny window, abundant counter & cabinet space all flowing to the large, private, fenced, brick paved patio that fronts on Marlborough St, Fantastic for today's living. Enjoy the recently custom, renovated spacious tile & stone bath w large glass walk in shower. Relax in the calm bedroom w hwd flrs under the carpeting & great closet space. Rental Parkng is easily avail in the area, Steps to the T, Charles River & more. Low fees, Move Right In

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Cohen

Engel & Volkers Boston Listed on: 01/13/2021

Engel & Volkers Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

Colleen O'Dell

Boston Proper Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,307

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access

HOA Fees

  • $436 per month

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Tile

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Oil Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:03833 S:004

Community Details

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,307

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$436 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Brownstone
  • Other Agent: 1.25
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 866.67
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Level: 1
  • Unit Placement: Walkout, Garden
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • No Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 3
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN2593
  • Main So: NB4885
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 750.00

Exterior Features

  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Construction: Brick, Block
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick, Stone
  • Exterior Unit Features: Patio - Enclosed, Fenced Yard

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Rented
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators, Oil
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Oil

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 436.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Clubhouse
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Owner Association

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 630800.00
  • Acre: 0.02
  • Lot Size: 727.00
  • Page: 205
  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:03833 S:004
  • Zoning: Residentl

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 6661.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3361787
  • Tax Year: 2020

Multi Family

  • No Units: 10
  • No Units Owner Occ: 7

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 13, 2021
Closed on
Mar 29, 2021
Sold by
Cullen Michael M and Cullen Meaghan N
Bought by
Hsieh Diana P and Hsieh Paishiun N
Seller's Agent
Robert Cohen
Engel & Volkers Boston
Buyer's Agent
Colleen O'Dell
Boston Proper Real Estate
List Price
$650,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
1.54%
Current Estimated Value
$808,873

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$148,873
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.76%
Original Mortgage
$594,000
Outstanding Balance
$539,932
Interest Rate
2.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$268,941

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2013
Closed on
Nov 12, 2013
Sold by
Conrades Anna J
Bought by
Cullen Michael M and Cullen Meaghan N
Seller's Agent
Michael Lyons
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Michael Lyons
Compass
List Price
$539,000
Sold Price
$510,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-5.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.56%
Original Mortgage
$382,500
Interest Rate
4.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2006
Sold by
Spottiswoode Scott
Bought by
Conrades Anna J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 1996
Sold by
Bjornson Barbara L and Pacl Barbara L
Bought by
Sullivan Jeanne H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$105,000
Interest Rate
7.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 1988
Sold by
Brothers Arthur E
Bought by
Paci Barbara L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,600
Interest Rate
10.54%
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
Condominium Deed $660,000 None Available
Not Resolvable $510,000 --
Deed $454,000 --
Deed $140,000 --
Deed $142,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $594,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $336,976 Unknown
Previous Owner $382,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $185,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $105,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $113,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2023 07/01/23 Rented $3,450 0.0% --
05/02/2023 05/02/23 Under Contract -- -- --
04/07/2023 04/07/23 For Rent $3,450 +4.5% --
09/01/2022 09/01/22 Rented $3,300 +3.1% --
08/22/2022 08/22/22 Price Changed $3,200 -1.5% $4 / Sq Ft
08/02/2022 08/02/22 Price Changed $3,250 -5.8% $4 / Sq Ft
07/15/2022 07/15/22 For Rent $3,450 0.0% --
03/30/2021 03/30/21 Sold $660,000 +1.5% $880 / Sq Ft
02/11/2021 02/11/21 Pending -- -- --
01/13/2021 01/13/21 For Sale $650,000 +27.5% $867 / Sq Ft
11/12/2013 11/12/13 Sold $510,000 -5.4% $702 / Sq Ft
10/01/2013 10/01/13 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2013 08/27/13 For Sale $539,000 0.0% $741 / Sq Ft
07/31/2012 07/31/12 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
07/31/2012 07/31/12 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
03/28/2012 03/28/12 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
03/28/2012 03/28/12 For Rent $2,500 -- --
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 $8,307 $717,400 $0 $717,400
2024 $7,825 $717,900 $0 $717,900
2023 $7,343 $683,700 $0 $683,700
2022 $7,293 $670,300 $0 $670,300
2021 $6,865 $643,400 $0 $643,400
2020 $6,661 $630,800 $0 $630,800
2019 $6,516 $618,200 $0 $618,200
2018 $6,111 $583,100 $0 $583,100
2017 $5,937 $560,600 $0 $560,600
2016 $5,763 $523,900 $0 $523,900
2015 $5,778 $477,100 $0 $477,100
2014 $5,372 $427,000 $0 $427,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72774724

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003833-000004