NOT LISTED FOR SALE

405 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 Boston, MA 02215

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $709,000 - $772,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
663 Sq Ft
653 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 29, 2025

Last sale price $746,000 $1,125 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $5,054 / mo

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • 3-minute walk to Hynes Convention Center Station
  • Jogging Path
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 3-minute walk to Kenmore Block

About This Home

As of January 2025

Enter this absolutely stunning, one-of-a-kind property, located in Back Bay. Walk through the barrel-vaulted ceiling and into your main living space filled with incredible period details and high ceilings. The decorative fireplace with an ornate mantle and the uniquely curved walls add a sophisticated touch to the space.From the painted wooden floors in the hallway to the abundant architectural details, this unit exudes the historic beauty of Back Bay living. A rare gem, this studio offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of Boston’s architectural heritage.Located on prestigious Commonwealth Ave, you're just moments away from all the dining, shopping, and cultural experiences that make Back Bay one of Boston’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The RP Group

Compass Listed on: 10/30/2024

Compass

Co-Listed By

Sam Reifman-Packett

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Aidan Flanagan

Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham

Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,239

Year Built

  • Built in 1890

Lot Details

  • 653

HOA Fees

  • $410 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 663 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3361780

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 10 Units
  • Mid-Rise Community

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,239

Year Built

Built in 1890

Lot Details

653 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$410 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 663
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s), None
  • Heating: Oil
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 410
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3361780
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: No
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7239

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 10
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 30, 2024
Closed on
Jan 29, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
The RP Group
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Aidan Flanagan
Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$746,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-3.74%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
$742,505

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,495
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.34%
Original Mortgage
$634,100
Outstanding Balance
$629,045
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$113,460

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 4, 2013
Closed on
Jan 13, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jillian Reig
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
Sam Reifman-Packett
Compass
List Price
$559,000
Sold Price
$542,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-3.04%

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%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2007
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
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 1998
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
$159,300
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$746,000 None Available
$746,000 None Available
$542,000 --
$425,000 --
$425,000 --
$177,000 --
$177,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $634,100
Closed $634,100
Previous Owner $250,000
Previous Owner $159,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Sold $746,000 -3.7% $1,125 / Sq Ft
11/22/2024 11/22/24 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2024 10/30/24 For Sale $775,000 +43.0% $1,169 / Sq Ft
01/13/2014 01/13/14 Sold $542,000 0.0% $817 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/22/2013 11/22/13 Pending -- -- --
11/06/2013 11/06/13 Off Market $542,000 -- --
09/04/2013 09/04/13 For Sale $559,000 -- $843 / 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 $7,686 $663,700 $0 $663,700
2024 $7,239 $664,100 $0 $664,100
2023 $6,793 $632,500 $0 $632,500
2022 $6,747 $620,100 $0 $620,100
2021 $6,616 $620,100 $0 $620,100
2020 $6,516 $617,000 $0 $617,000
2019 $6,374 $604,700 $0 $604,700
2018 $5,978 $570,400 $0 $570,400
2017 $5,806 $548,300 $0 $548,300
2016 $5,636 $512,400 $0 $512,400
2015 $5,580 $460,800 $0 $460,800
2014 $5,189 $412,500 $0 $412,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    The RP Group

    Compass

    (617) 206-3333

    4 in this area

    103 Total Sales

    The RP Group
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  • Sam Reifman-Packett

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Sam Reifman-Packett

    Compass

    (207) 751-1500

    3 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    Sam Reifman-Packett
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  • A

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Aidan Flanagan

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham

    (781) 285-8028

    1 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Aidan Flanagan
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  • Jillian Reig

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Jillian Reig

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 320-5427

    2 Total Sales

    Jillian Reig
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73307640

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003833-000008

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02115 Back Bay

405 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4, Boston, MA

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