$529,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2024
2 Beds
1 Bath
802 Sq Ft
$525/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$660 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 3-minute walk to Allston Street Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Property is near public transit
  • 3-minute walk to Brian Honan Park

About This Home

As of July 2024

This quiet, charming, penthouse condo at 5 Bellvista Rd, Boston, MA has unique, Victorian architectural detail including gorgeous tooled leather walls, a built-in hutch, and a decorative fireplace. The unit, which was originally built for Harvard graduate students, offers a cozy living space with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. In warm ivory and tan hues, the newly renovated kitchen has beautiful, high quality cabinetry, quartz countertops, ceramic tile flooring, garbage disposal, and a washer/dryer. There's also a large pantry with shelves and drawers. In addition to the total finished area, it has a spacious porch, a storage area in the cellar, and a deeded parking spot. Particularly in the spring, Bellvista Rd. is breathtaking with its many cherry trees in full bloom. This well-managed historic home, which is close to public transportation (the Green Line) is perfect for those looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle in a convenient location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Lissack

The Virtual Realty Group Listed on: 05/27/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric Glassoff

Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,185

Year Built

  • Built in 1918 | Remodeled

HOA Fees

  • $525 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space

Home Design

  • Garden Home
  • Frame Construction
  • Tar and Gravel Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 802 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Light Fixtures
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Intercom
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Baldwin Early L Elementary School
  • Jackson/Mann Middle School
  • Brighton High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 220 Volts
  • 110 Volts
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 01679024,1209820

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 6 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Coin Laundry
  • Community Storage Space

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,185

Year Built

Built in 1918 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$525 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Garden, Low-Rise
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Buyer Agency: 2%
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Pantry, Lighting - Overhead, Internet Available - Broadband, Internet Available - DSL, High Speed Internet
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 143.75
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 165.6
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 46.227
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Deck - Exterior, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 99.2
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 225.38
  • Room Living Room Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Basement: Y
  • Living Area: 802
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 3
  • MAIN LO: AN7235
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 659.6
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 659.6
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Storage
  • Association Fee: 525
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 6
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 01679024,1209820
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: na
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4185
  • Tax Book Number: na

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 1

MLS Schools

  • High School: Brighton High
  • Elementary School: Baldwin Early L
  • Middle Or Junior School: Jackson/Mann

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/03/2025 02/03/25 For Rent $2,775 0.0% --
09/28/2024 09/28/24 For Rent $2,775 0.0% --
07/31/2024 07/31/24 Sold $529,000 0.0% $660 / Sq Ft
05/27/2024 05/27/24 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2024 05/27/24 For Sale $529,000 -- $660 / 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 $5,036 $434,900 $0 $434,900
2024 $4,248 $389,700 $0 $389,700
2023 $4,185 $389,700 $0 $389,700
2022 $4,001 $367,700 $0 $367,700
2021 $3,881 $363,700 $0 $363,700
2020 $3,836 $363,300 $0 $363,300
2019 $3,754 $356,200 $0 $356,200
2018 $3,490 $333,000 $0 $333,000
2017 $3,266 $308,400 $0 $308,400
2016 $3,113 $283,000 $0 $283,000
2015 $3,516 $290,300 $0 $290,300
2014 $3,319 $263,800 $0 $263,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73242707

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: BRIG-000000-000021-001679-000024