NOT LISTED FOR SALE

68 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $4,070,000 - $4,876,808

2 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,817 Sq Ft
2,614 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 9, 2018

Last sale price $3,075,000 $1,092 Per Sq Ft

Est. 50% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $29,964 / mo

143 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Brownstone
  • Wood Flooring
  • Elevator
  • Property is near public transit
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • 2-minute walk to Clarendon Street Play Lot

About This Home

As of March 2018

Within 2 blocks of Boston’s landmark Public Garden, this elegant Back Bay residence has a prestigious location in a historic brownstone on picturesque Commonwealth Avenue. Notable for its substantial size, 12±-ft. ceilings, and fine details, this tastefully updated and well-maintained residence of 2,817± sq. ft. offers 2 bedrooms, 3½ baths, an office, a private walled garden terrace, gym and direct-access parking. Balancing its stately proportions, the elegantly molded living room provides inviting seating spaces by the exquisite marble fireplace and immense bay window viewing the tree-lined promenade. For gracious entertaining, pocket doors open to the beautiful dining room with china cabinetry and adjacent kitchenette. The main chef’s kitchen includes granite counters and a Thermador gas range. Opening to the terrace, the inviting family room has a fireplace by media/storage built-ins. In a private wing, the large master suite features a fireplace, walk-in closet, and marble bath.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Ballantyne

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/25/2017

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Benjamin Haywood

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $35,769

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 2,614

HOA Fees

  • $1,021 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brownstone
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,817 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Intercom

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Deeded Parking

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected

Additional Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Property is near public transit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number W:05 P:01270 S:002,4758908

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 4 Units

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$35,769

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

2,614 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$1,021 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Front)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Living Area: 2817
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Stories Total: 2
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • MAIN SO: AN2213

Exterior Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio - Enclosed
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Deeded
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 1021
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: W:05 P:01270 S:002,4758908
  • Zoning: condo
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2613.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • LOT SIZE: 2817
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2018
  • Tax Annual Amount: 35769

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 4

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2017
Closed on
Mar 9, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
George Ballantyne
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Benjamin Haywood
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$3,600,000
Sold Price
$3,075,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$525,000
-14.58%
Current Estimated Value
$4,609,702

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,534,702
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.97%
Original Mortgage
$2,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,659,301
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$2,950,401

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2005
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
$972,200
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 30, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
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
$3,075,000 --
$2,358,000 --
$2,358,000 --
$2,200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $2,000,000
Previous Owner $725,000
Previous Owner $972,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/09/2018 03/09/18 Sold $3,075,000 -5.4% $1,092 / Sq Ft
02/15/2018 02/15/18 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2018 01/11/18 Price Changed $3,250,000 -4.4% $1,154 / Sq Ft
11/05/2017 11/05/17 Price Changed $3,400,000 -5.6% $1,207 / Sq Ft
09/25/2017 09/25/17 For Sale $3,600,000 -- $1,278 / 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 $50,278 $4,341,800 $0 $4,341,800
2024 $46,702 $4,284,600 $0 $4,284,600
2023 $43,825 $4,080,500 $0 $4,080,500
2022 $43,525 $4,000,500 $0 $4,000,500
2021 $42,685 $4,000,500 $0 $4,000,500
2020 $31,492 $2,982,200 $0 $2,982,200
2019 $41,538 $3,940,974 $0 $3,940,974
2018 $38,964 $3,717,900 $0 $3,717,900
2017 $37,858 $3,574,913 $0 $3,574,913
2016 $36,751 $3,341,040 $0 $3,341,040
2015 $33,717 $2,784,200 $0 $2,784,200
2014 $31,219 $2,481,600 $0 $2,481,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • George Ballantyne

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    George Ballantyne

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 899-7045

    12 in this area

    51 Total Sales

    George Ballantyne
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  • Benjamin Haywood

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Benjamin Haywood

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 733-6684

    1 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Benjamin Haywood
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72233824

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-001270-000002

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

68 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA

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