NOT LISTED FOR SALE

60 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $673,000 - $822,000

Studio
1 Bath
590 Sq Ft
$412/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 17, 2023

Last sale price $629,000 $1,066 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,654/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • 5-minute walk to Arlington Station
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

As of August 2023

This is an exceptional opportunity to own a renovated Georgian-style studio with a separate sleeping alcove in an upscale brownstone on Commonwealth Ave. Steps away from premier shopping on Newbury Street, the Public Garden, Beacon Hill, and the Charles River. Pristine garden-level south-facing unit. Entrance foyer features wainscoting and crown molding, leading to a spacious living room with updated recessed lights and wall sconces. Gleaming hardwood floors extend throughout. The decorative country fireplace boasts an absolute granite surround, flanked by built-ins. The fully equipped chef's kitchen includes custom white cabinets, granite countertops, an undermount sink, gas stove, and a new Beko fridge. Generous closets, including a walk-in closet with shelving, coat closet, and linen closet. Custom plantation shutters adorn the windows. The separate sleeping alcove showcases crown moldings, custom pocket doors, an interior window for natural southern light, and a dresser alcove.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cort Petrocelli Coopersmith Group

Compass Listed on: 06/09/2023

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Trevor Wissink Adams

Real Broker MA, LLC

Real Broker MA, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,641

Year Built

  • Built in 1867

Lot Details

  • 436

HOA Fees

  • $412 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 590 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit and schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:01274 S:004,3358682

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, gas, water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
  • 37 Units
  • 56 60 Commonwealth Avenue Association Community

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,641

Year Built

Built in 1867

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$412 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Rowhouse
  • Year Built: 1867
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Below Grade)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 590
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • 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)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Association Fee: 412
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:01274 S:004,3358682
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.01
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 590
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5641

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 37
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 9, 2023
Closed on
Aug 16, 2023
Sold by
Johnston Robert D and Anderson Marty J
Bought by
Weissbach Karen G
Seller's Agent
Cort Petrocelli Coopersmith Group
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Trevor Wissink Adams
Real Broker MA, LLC
List Price
$629,000
Sold Price
$629,000
Views
193
Current Estimated Value
$712,046

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$83,046
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.19%
Original Mortgage
$440,300
Outstanding Balance
$428,526
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$283,520

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2005
Sold by
Jjc Rlty Investt and Mass Condo 56 & 60
Bought by
Anderson Marty J and Johnston Robert D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2004
Sold by
Rodewald Susan
Bought by
Jjc Rlty Investt and Cort

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2000
Sold by
Unger Axel
Bought by
Rodewald Susan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 1996
Sold by
Palmer Leonard Est and Falter
Bought by
Unger Axel
Source: Public Records

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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
Weissbach Karen G $629,000 None Available
Anderson Marty J $436,050 --
Anderson Marty J $436,050 --
Jjc Rlty Investt $280,250 --
Rodewald Susan $150,000 --
Unger Axel $106,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Weissbach Karen G $440,300
Previous Owner Unger Axel $120,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/17/2023 08/17/23 Sold $629,000 0.0% $1,066 / Sq Ft
06/21/2023 06/21/23 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2023 06/09/23 For Sale $629,000 -- $1,066 / 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 $6,540 $564,800 $0 $564,800
2024 $6,011 $551,500 $0 $551,500
2023 $5,641 $525,200 $0 $525,200
2022 $5,602 $514,900 $0 $514,900
2021 $5,494 $514,900 $0 $514,900
2020 $5,982 $566,500 $0 $566,500
2019 $5,852 $555,200 $0 $555,200
2018 $5,487 $523,600 $0 $523,600
2017 $5,331 $503,400 $0 $503,400
2016 $5,176 $470,500 $0 $470,500
2015 $4,513 $372,700 $0 $372,700
2014 $4,179 $332,200 $0 $332,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73123109

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001274-000004