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1653 Commonwealth Avenue # 5, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$749,000
Est. $5,096/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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About this home
Stunning sun-filled newly renovated 1,400 SF 3rd floor front to back unit overlooking Comm. Ave with a sweeping open floor plan in the heart of Brighton that includes a deeded parking space on site! Everything is completely brand new! Three huge bedrooms, gorgeous hardwood flooring, new luxury kitchen and bathroom. Open living dining area. Foyer has an office nook. Gas cooking. Laundry in building. Absolute gem of a property with huge rental demand in the neighborhood. Just minutes from Boston College, Boston Univ., Green line, Brookline, Fenway and Downtown Boston. Professionally managed smaller association. See floor plans for dimensions. Invest now before the spring market frenzy! Makes for a great owner occupied or rental unit!
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
19.9%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Nov 2, 2026
$749,000
Original listing
Agent: Craig M. Pitzi
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord
Previous Transaction - MLS #72621279
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Mar 24, 2020
$600,000
MLS #72621279
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $749,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 03/24/2020 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $600,000 | - | - | MLS #72621279 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $8,017 | $0 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,017
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$441
Monthly
Assessed Value
$0
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Stories
1
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Basement, In Building
Features
Living/dining Rm Combo
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,017
Assessed Value
0.00
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$441 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities
Laundry
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Res Exemption Will Lower Taxes By Over $4, 000
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Rowhouse"]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,400 sq ft above grade
LevelThird
LevelThird
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Display Options
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (3)
BABathroom (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Living/Dining Rm Combo
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Basement, In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil, Fireplace(s)
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Deeded
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stable(s), Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
B-
Winship Elementary School
0.6 mi
|
#418 of 825
|
Score: 47.3
Dropped 200 spots from last year
-10.9 below state avg
349 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Edison Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#764 of 825
|
Score: 31.3
Improved 16 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
455 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Lyon Elementary School
1.0 mi
|
#333 of 352
|
Score: 27.2
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-31.1 below state avg
129 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
German International School Boston
1.3 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.4 mi
|
#10 of 12
|
Score: 30.0
Improved 651 spots from last year
-28.2 below state avg
296 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Match Charter Public School
1.4 mi
|
#290 of 346
|
Score: 42.1
Improved 32 spots from last year
-16.1 below state avg
1,192 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
The Winsor School
1.9 mi
Grades 05-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
2.6 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.3 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.2
Improved 3 spots from last year
-35 below state avg
246 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.9 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.1 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.2 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 42.5
Improved 187 spots from last year
-15.7 below state avg
1,225 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
4.9 mi
Epiphany School
5.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.6 mi
|
#266 of 352
|
Score: 35.0
Improved 19 spots from last year
-23.2 below state avg
458 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
2.9 mi
Irving Middle
4.2 mi
High Schools
10 schools
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.1 mi
|
#333 of 346
|
Score: 25.4
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.8 below state avg
526 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
0.5 mi
|
#320 of 346
|
Score: 32.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
609 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 520 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.5 mi
|
#313 of 346
|
Score: 35.8
Improved 16 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
450 students
Diverse
Career Tech Programs
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.2 mi
|
#20 of 346
|
Score: 73.7
Improved 60 spots from last year
+15.5 above state avg
2,382 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.9 mi
|
#14 of 25
|
Score: 31.6
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.7 below state avg
480 students
Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.9 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.6
Improved 94 spots from last year
+3.4 above state avg
1,518 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
3.1 mi
|
#328 of 346
|
Score: 28.9
Improved 30 spots from last year
-29.3 below state avg
653 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 332 athletes
Rising School
Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Newman School
3.3 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.4 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 33.4
Improved 356 spots from last year
-24.8 below state avg
565 students
Moderate
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Brighton
1653 Commonwealth Avenue # 5, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Craig M. Pitzi
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Concord
Office Phone
978-369-1000
Agent MLS ID
BB700143
Office MLS ID
AN6205
Listing Data Updated
Nov 1, 2026 10:28 PM EST
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