NOT LISTED FOR SALE

41 Commonwealth Ave Unit 3 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $756,000 - $1,002,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
724 Sq Ft
$341/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 01, 2023

Last sale price $800,000 $1,105 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,765/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Property is near public transit
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

As of September 2023

Front facing, parlor level one-bedroom located on the coveted second block of sunny side Commonwealth Avenue, close to the Public Garden, Boston Common, and the Charles River Esplanade. The grand living area overlooks the Mall and has several elegant details that add wonderful character to the home including exceptional 13' ceilings, a bay with three 10' windows, a tasteful mirrored fireplace, impressive crown moldings and baseboards, and vintage parquet floors. A set of stairs leads to the oversized, lofted bedroom with ample closet space and excellent light. There is also a spacious dining area, an updated kitchen, and a tiled bath with shower. Additional features include deeded storage and complimentary laundry. The association recently updated the fire protection and electrical systems and made improvements to the common lobby and staircase. Rare opportunity for starter home, pied-à-terre or investment property in an outstanding location steps from all that Back Bay has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill Gehan

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate Listed on: 07/10/2023

Co-Listed By

Laura Hughes

Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

The Goodrich Team

Compass

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,288

Year Built

  • Built in 1869

Lot Details

  • 3,485

HOA Fees

  • $341 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 724 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:02881 S:006,3346291

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 9 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

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

$8,288

Year Built

Built in 1869

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$341 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
  • Year Built: 1869
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Front)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 724
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: BB5984
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1172.65
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1104.97
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
  • Association Fee: 341.05
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 3
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:02881 S:006,3346291
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3486
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 113
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8288
  • Tax Book Number: 51348

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 9
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2023
Closed on
Aug 21, 2023
Sold by
Sweig Jonathan
Bought by
Shi Chunlin and Shi Yuhao
Seller's Agent
Bill Gehan
Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
The Goodrich Team
Compass
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-5.77%
Views
118
Current Estimated Value
$883,308

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$83,308
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2008
Sold by
Hamblett Christopher and Hamblett Christopher L
Bought by
Krempus Robert and Krempus Valerie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$370,400
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 4, 2004
Sold by
Sirota Elliot A and Sirota Kristin
Bought by
Hamblett Christopher and Hamblett Christopher L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$336,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2002
Sold by
Rigopoulos Nicholas C
Bought by
Sirota Justin and Sirota Kristin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 7, 1992
Sold by
Taylor Susan E
Bought by
Ge Capital Mtg Service

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 1989
Sold by
Puritan Prop Inc
Bought by
Dolphinvest Ltd
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Shi Chunlin $800,000 None Available
Krempus Robert $463,000 --
Hamblett Christopher $420,000 --
Sirota Justin $351,000 --
Ge Capital Mtg Service $136,285 --
Dolphinvest Ltd $205,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Dolphinvest Ltd $370,400
Previous Owner Krempus Robert $370,400
Previous Owner Dolphinvest Ltd $336,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/01/2023 09/01/23 Sold $800,000 -5.8% $1,105 / Sq Ft
08/01/2023 08/01/23 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2023 07/10/23 For Sale $849,000 0.0% $1,173 / Sq Ft
06/10/2021 06/10/21 Rented $2,750 -3.5% --
06/07/2021 06/07/21 Under Contract -- -- --
05/21/2021 05/21/21 For Rent $2,850 +3.6% --
08/29/2019 08/29/19 Rented $2,750 -8.2% --
08/19/2019 08/19/19 Price Changed $2,995 -3.4% $4 / Sq Ft
08/06/2019 08/06/19 Price Changed $3,099 0.0% $4 / Sq Ft
07/09/2019 07/09/19 Price Changed $3,100 -3.1% $4 / Sq Ft
06/24/2019 06/24/19 For Rent $3,200 +28.0% --
09/14/2016 09/14/16 Rented $2,500 +0.2% --
09/03/2016 09/03/16 Price Changed $2,495 -4.0% $3 / Sq Ft
08/24/2016 08/24/16 For Rent $2,600 -1.9% --
08/01/2014 08/01/14 Rented $2,650 -1.9% --
07/02/2014 07/02/14 Under Contract -- -- --
05/02/2014 05/02/14 For Rent $2,700 0.0% --
04/26/2013 04/26/13 Sold $509,000 0.0% $703 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/15/2013 04/15/13 Rented $2,600 0.0% --
04/15/2013 04/15/13 For Rent $2,600 0.0% --
03/15/2013 03/15/13 Pending -- -- --
02/26/2013 02/26/13 For Sale $489,000 0.0% $675 / Sq Ft
05/18/2012 05/18/12 Rented $2,600 0.0% --
05/18/2012 05/18/12 For Rent $2,600 -44.7% --
02/17/2012 02/17/12 Rented $4,700 +88.0% --
02/17/2012 02/17/12 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 $9,056 $782,000 $0 $782,000
2024 $8,756 $803,300 $0 $803,300
2023 $8,216 $765,000 $0 $765,000
2022 $8,160 $750,000 $0 $750,000
2021 $8,003 $750,000 $0 $750,000
2020 $7,412 $701,900 $0 $701,900
2019 $7,250 $687,900 $0 $687,900
2018 $6,799 $648,800 $0 $648,800
2017 $6,606 $623,800 $0 $623,800
2016 $6,622 $602,000 $0 $602,000
2015 $7,093 $585,700 $0 $585,700
2014 $6,404 $509,100 $0 $509,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73134267

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002881-000006