1988 Commonwealth Ave # 3, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton

$427,000

1

Beds

1

Baths

769

Sq Ft

$555

Price/Sq Ft

1927

Year Built

Condominium

Type

4

Days on Market

Closed Listed Feb 22, 2017 • MLS# 72121489 Copied! • Updated Apr 24, 2017

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview

Original List Price: $349,900

                            Final Sale Price:
                            $427,000
                        

Difference: +$77,100 (+22.0%)

Performance Metrics

122.0%

List to Sale Ratio

Sold above asking price

4

Days on Market

Very fast sale

Price per Square Foot Analysis

Original $/sq ft: $455

                            Sale $/sq ft:
                            $555
                        

This property sold for $555 per square foot

Sale Summary

This property sold for 22.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 46 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property

$555/sq ft

Area Average

$117/sq ft

Difference

+373.8%

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

About this home

Rarely available –back of the courtyard - large one bed unit in one of the best complexes in Brighton in a great location! Reservoir Gardens Condominiums feature a pretty landscaped courtyard, maintained buildings and strong association. This condo features courtyard views, good floor plan, 17X13 living/dining room,18X7 kitchen,13X12 bedroom, plenty of in unit closets and additional private storage in basement. Working fireplace with a stainless steel liner new as of 2014.Located at the back of the courtyard with the back of the building abutting the 133 Acre Chestnut Hill Reservation with the 1.56 mile walk/jog path. Strong association with approximately 68% owner occupancy, 2005 rubber roof, brick façade re-pointed and in 2012 converted to gas fired boilers. Laundry and private storage in basement. Professionally managed. Pet friendly to owners. On-street resident parking. Convenient to B,C,D green lines & bus route 86 to Harvard Square.

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Property History

Market Insights

18.1%

Price Range

5

Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

✓

Sold

Apr 24, 2017

$427,000

Property sold

Days on Market: 5

🏠

Listed for Sale

Feb 22, 2017

$349,900

Original listing

Agent: Marie Ciancarelli Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
04/24/2017	✓ Sold	$427,000	-	-	Property sold
02/22/2017	🏠 Listed for Sale	$349,900	-	-	Original listing

Tax History

Year	Taxes	Assessment
2017	$3,231	$305,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax

$3,231

Tax Year 2017

HOA Fee

$446

Monthly

Assessed Value

$305,100

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Condominium

Year Built 1927

Living Area 769 sq ft

Bedrooms 1

Full Baths 1

Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas

Cooling None

Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood

Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Fireplace Living Room

Fireplaces 1

Basement Y

Laundry Common Area, In Building

Features None

Exterior

Construction None

Architecture None

Roof Rubber

Features None

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing None

Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $3,231

Assessed Value $305,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $446 Monthly

Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Amenities Hot Water, Storage, Garden Area

Optional Fee Includes None

Owner-Occupied Units 34

Pets Yes w/ Restrictions

MA Disclosures

Seller Disclosures Any Offers Must Include The Phrase Subject To License To Sell From The Suffolk Probate Court. Residential Exemption Currently In Place - Taxes Shown Are Without Exemption. Windows Are Older! Appliances Will Be Left As Gifts.

Additional Details

Possession None

Accepted Financing None

Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]

Unit/Building 3

Sq Ft Source Field Card

Sq Ft Disclosures Room sizes approximate.

Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws (3)

County Suffolk

Total market time (incl. prior listings) 5 days

Property Overview

Property Type

Condominium

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1927

Bedrooms

1

Full Bathrooms

1

Living Area

769 sq ft

Total Rooms

3

Stories

1

Entry Level

1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood

Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator

Interior Features:

Windows:

Basement: Y

Laundry: Common Area, In Building

Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1927

Effective Year (Renovated): 1984

Structure Type: Low-Rise

Exterior Materials:

Roof: Rubber

Foundation:

Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas

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: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type: Living Room

Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station

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Location

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Neighborhood

Brighton

1988 Commonwealth Ave # 3, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

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