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142 Commercial Street # 601, Boston MA 02109

Boston, MA 02109 • Waterfront
$859,000
Est. $5,966/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,120
Sq Ft
$767
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1856
Year Built
10
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 17, 2016 • MLS# 72007285 Copied!

About this home

Fabulous two bedroom,one bath corner penthouse with private balcony. This renovated condominium faces southwest and gets great light all day long. The large living/dining room has a wall of windows, wood burning fireplace, and direct access to a private balcony with city views. There are stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops in the open kitchen. Both bedrooms are generous size and the master bedroom features a large walk-in closet. The bathroom is updated with large vanity and tub/shower. Abundant closet space with built-ins. The Commercial Block Building is a professionally managed elevator building which boasts a large common roof deck with harbor and city views. There is common laundry in the building as well as private storage and an open area for bicycles. Located just a few steps from Christopher Columbus Park and Boston Harbor and a short walk to the Historic North End, Faneuil Hall, and the Financial District. Close to public transportation.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner NICHOLASON THOMAS C
Mailing Address COMMERCIAL, BOSTON, MA, 02109

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style Row Middle

Tax Information

Assessed Value $894,300
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $9,202
CPA Surcharge 1% ($82)
Estimated Annual Tax $9,284

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $689,900 $689,900

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: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1856
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,120 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $859,000
Final Sale Price: $859,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $767
Sale $/sq ft: $767
This property sold for $767 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 10 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
$767/sq ft
Area Average
$373/sq ft
Difference
+105.8%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1856
Living Area 1,120 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Parquet
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $9,294
Assessed Value $844,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Parquet
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1856
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, Harbor
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Waterfront

142 Commercial Street # 601, Boston MA 02109

Boston, MA 02109

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
St. John Elementary School
0.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
0.3 mi | #48 of 352 | Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
East Boston Central Catholic School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
D
Adams Elementary School
0.9 mi | #767 of 824 | Score: 31.2
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-27 below state avg
237 students Moderate
Grades PK-06
B+
Alighieri Dante Montessori School
1.0 mi | #5 of 12 | Score: 45.3
Improved 124 spots from last year
-12.9 below state avg
109 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
Advent School
1.0 mi
Grades K-06
C
Harvard-Kent Elementary School
1.0 mi | #589 of 824 | Score: 41.5
Dropped 181 spots from last year
-16.7 below state avg
334 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
McKay K-8 School
1.0 mi | #332 of 352 | Score: 27.6
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-30.7 below state avg
640 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-08
Park Street School
1.1 mi
Grades K-07
C+
Mario Umana Academy
1.2 mi | #11 of 16 | Score: 26.9
Improved 333 spots from last year
-31.3 below state avg
634 students Less Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Middle School Academy
2.0 mi
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
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
3.7 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
Nativity Prep School
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.1 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
4.1 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.8 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
8.5 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
Edwards Middle
1.4 mi
UP Academy
2.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
C
Quincy Upper School
1.2 mi | #268 of 346 | Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students Very Diverse
12 sports • 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
D
Charlestown High School
1.3 mi | #322 of 346 | Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students Diverse
11 sports • 488 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
1.6 mi | #305 of 346 | Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students Less Diverse
14 sports • 584 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Newman School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
Cathedral High School
1.7 mi
9 sports • 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
2.9 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
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.9 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
A+
Boston Latin School
3.0 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
C
Ruth Batson Academy
3.1 mi | #19 of 25 | Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students Diverse
8 sports • 128 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
3.6 mi | #2 of 25 | Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students Very Diverse
17 sports • 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
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Market Insights

20.4%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73298628
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 4, 2024
$1,079,000
MLS #73298628
Previous Transaction - MLS #72613731
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 30, 2020
$907,500
MLS #72613731
Sold
Jun 6, 2016
$859,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
May 17, 2016
$859,000
Original listing
Agent: Betsy McCombs Office: Pioneer Realty Group

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 4, 2024 Sold $1,079,000
Apr 30, 2020 Sold $907,500
May 17, 2016 New Listing Added $859,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
10 days
Price per Sq Ft
$767

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $9,294 $844,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,294
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$648
Monthly
Assessed Value
$844,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Betsy McCombs
Listing Office Pioneer Realty Group
Agent MLS ID BB902948
Office MLS ID AN2495
Listing Data Updated Jun 7, 2016 9:32 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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