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1691 Commonwealth Ave # 29, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$511,800
Est. $3,597/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
965
Sq Ft
$530
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1925
Year Built
21
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 15, 2019 • MLS# 72482457 Copied!

About this home

Spacious sun-filled, penthouse condo overlooking Brookline with breathtaking views. This top floor unit of this elevator-ed building features three large bedrooms, refinished hardwood floors, fresh plaint, updated kitchen with newer cabinets, granite countertops, and newer dishwasher. Perfect for the savvy owner occupant or investor. Currently vacant with market rents of $2800/month and a cap rate of 4.5%+. Common laundry is located in the basement. Pet friendly building with no restrictions. Conveniently located on the carriage road of the westbound side of Commonwealth Ave at the Sutherland Rd T stop. Located near colleges, restaurants, shopping and all major highways. Schedule your private appointment today!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner 1691 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE REALTY TRUST
Mailing Address C/O WARREN SUCKERMAN, BRIGHTON, MA, 02135

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Mid Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $306,900
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $3,158
CPA Surcharge 1% ($21)
Estimated Annual Tax $3,179

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $306,900 $306,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Apr 1, 2022 $365,000
Oct 15, 2021 $485,000
Aug 19, 2021 $460,000
Jul 15, 2021 $430,000
Nov 17, 2020 $279,000
Dec 20, 2019 $200,000
Nov 7, 2019 $1
Jun 12, 2019 $511,800
Oct 3, 2017 $315,000 87512/5RL
Oct 17, 2016 $320,000 86228/1RL

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: geocode_proximity (85.4% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
965 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $499,000
Final Sale Price: $511,800
Difference: +$12,800 (+2.6%)
Performance Metrics
102.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $517
Sale $/sq ft: $530
This property sold for $530 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$530/sq ft
Area Average
$183/sq ft
Difference
+189.3%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1925
Living Area 965 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Steam
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $4,040
Assessed Value $383,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1925
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
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

Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

Brighton

1691 Commonwealth Ave # 29, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
B
Winship Elementary School
0.6 mi | #407 of 824 | Score: 47.6
Dropped 189 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
353 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.6 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Edison Elementary School
0.8 mi | #759 of 824 | Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
502 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Lyon Elementary School
1.0 mi | #333 of 352 | Score: 27.3
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-30.9 below state avg
143 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
German International School Boston
1.4 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.5 mi | #10 of 12 | Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
C-
Match Charter Public School
1.5 mi | #281 of 346 | Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
The Winsor School
2.0 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.4 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
4.0 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.1 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.3 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
5.0 mi
Epiphany School
5.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.6 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
3.0 mi
Irving Middle
4.2 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.2 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
0.5 mi | #321 of 346 | Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students Diverse
11 sports • 520 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.6 mi | #312 of 346 | Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students Diverse
Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
2.3 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 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: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students Less Diverse
Strong AP Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
3.0 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
3.1 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students Moderate
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
Newman School
3.4 mi
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.5 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
23
Total Days on Market
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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73495016
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
May 1, 2026
$3,300
MLS #73495016
Current Active Listing - MLS #73462430
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Dec 16, 2025
$3,000
MLS #73462430 - Active
Sold
Jun 12, 2019
$511,800
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
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Listed for Sale
Apr 15, 2019
$499,000
Original listing
Agent: Paul Shao Office: REMAX Executive Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 1, 2026 Sold $3,300
Mar 16, 2026 Sold $3,000
Apr 15, 2019 New Listing Added $499,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
21 days
Price per Sq Ft
$530

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $4,040 $383,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,040
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$472
Monthly
Assessed Value
$383,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Paul Shao
Listing Office REMAX Executive Realty
Agent MLS ID K8001036
Office MLS ID AN5210
Listing Data Updated Jun 14, 2019 10:41 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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