$430,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2024

97 Chester St Unit 2 Allston, MA 02134

Allston Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
645 Sq Ft
$469/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$667 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Upgraded Countertops

About This Home

As of July 2024

Bright and spacious one-bedroom unit from Chester Gardens featuring a beautifully renovated kitchen with upgraded cabinets and SS appliances, and full updated bathroom. The high ceilings enhance the open feel, and the living room with double doors offers space for relaxation and potential for further updates. Enjoy the convenience of an eat-in kitchen and the added practicality of a foyer that doubles as a mudroom. Situated in an unbeatable location, this property is just a short walk from the Green Line, Boston University, supermarkets, and all the amenities that Commonwealth Ave, Brighton Ave, and Harvard St have to offer. Easy driving access to the Mass Pike (I-90), Storrow Drive, Cambridge, and Downtown Boston makes commuting a breeze. With a strong rental history, this unit is perfect for both home owners and investors.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ning Sun

Phoenix Real Estate Listed on: 06/12/2024

Phoenix Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Dong Han

Dreamega International Realty LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,984

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $469 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 645 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Light Fixtures
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Home Security

  • Security Gate
  • Intercom

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 110 Volts

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1207532

Community Details

Overview

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

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,984

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$469 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 168
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 35
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Area: 120
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 224
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Basement: Y
  • Living Area: 645
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AC1405
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 618.6
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 666.67
  • MAIN SO: AN3355

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Common Walls: Corner
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom, Security Gate
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry
  • Association Fee: 469.28
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2
  • 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: 1207532
  • Zoning: CD
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 137
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3984
  • Tax Book Number: 26871

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 42
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 10

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2001
Sold by
Jaffe Jack
Bought by
Nassman Alexander
Current Estimated Value
$424,233

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$133,000
Interest Rate
7.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $140,000 --
Deed $140,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $310,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $310,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $135,000 No Value Available
Closed $133,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $12,750 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/29/2025 07/29/25 For Rent $2,700 0.0% --
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Off Market $2,700 -- --
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Rent $2,700 -1.8% --
05/24/2025 05/24/25 Rented $2,750 +1.9% --
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Under Contract -- -- --
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Off Market $2,700 -- --
04/25/2025 04/25/25 For Rent $2,750 +1.9% --
02/02/2025 02/02/25 For Rent $2,700 0.0% --
12/28/2024 12/28/24 For Rent $2,700 +28.6% --
11/29/2024 11/29/24 Off Market $2,100 -- --
09/27/2024 09/27/24 For Rent $2,100 0.0% --
07/31/2024 07/31/24 Sold $430,000 +7.8% $667 / Sq Ft
06/17/2024 06/17/24 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2024 06/12/24 For Sale $399,000 0.0% $619 / Sq Ft
07/06/2022 07/06/22 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
06/08/2022 06/08/22 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
12/20/2013 12/20/13 Sold $241,000 0.0% $374 / Sq Ft
11/06/2013 11/06/13 Pending -- -- --
10/11/2013 10/11/13 Off Market $241,000 -- --
09/19/2013 09/19/13 Price Changed $255,000 -0.4% $395 / Sq Ft
09/05/2013 09/05/13 Price Changed $256,000 0.0% $397 / Sq Ft
09/05/2013 09/05/13 For Sale $256,000 +6.2% $397 / Sq Ft
08/29/2013 08/29/13 Off Market $241,000 -- --
07/16/2013 07/16/13 For Sale $260,000 -- $403 / 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 $3,927 $339,100 $0 $339,100
2024 $3,984 $365,500 $0 $365,500
2023 $3,925 $365,500 $0 $365,500
2022 $3,751 $344,800 $0 $344,800
2021 $3,645 $341,600 $0 $341,600
2020 $3,318 $314,200 $0 $314,200
2019 $3,246 $308,000 $0 $308,000
2018 $3,018 $288,000 $0 $288,000
2017 $2,824 $266,700 $0 $266,700
2016 $2,692 $244,700 $0 $244,700
2015 $2,836 $234,200 $0 $234,200
2014 $2,677 $212,800 $0 $212,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73250871

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ALLS-000000-000021-000543-000058