1501 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$1,100,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,125,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,100,000
Difference:
$25,000 (-2.2%)
Performance Metrics
97.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$879
Sale $/sq ft:
$859
This property sold for $859 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.2% below the original asking price.
With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Marquis corner Penthouse 2 bed/2 bath unit at The Lancaster with 2 single garage parking spaces, large wraparound deck, and epic skyline views. Vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, hardwoods throughout, central HVAC and in unit laundry. The Lancaster is Brighton's premier new construction condominium property. This signature building represents the best of Commonwealth Avenue, with its English Jacobean Architecture, and has become a true neighborhood landmark. The expertly designed elevator building houses a heated lower level garage, an elegant lobby, akin to a boutique hotel, an equally intriguing club room, a secluded outdoor common courtyard patio, & a fitness/yoga room are just some of the amenities.This unit is well appointed with custom cabinetry, granite counters, and a stainless Bosch appliance package that has gas cooking, vented. This unit has upgraded hardwoods throughout the ample living/dining space, a plethora of Closets, and additional deeded storage.
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Property History
Market Insights
37.2%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
4
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73464302
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 10, 2026
$1,162,500
MLS #73464302
Previous Transaction - MLS #73360826
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 6, 2025
$730,000
MLS #73360826
Sold
Jul 31, 2019
$1,100,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
Listed for Sale
Jun 13, 2019
$1,125,000
Original listing
Agent: Vineburgh / DiMella Team
Office: Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
Previous Transaction - MLS #72357613
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Aug 10, 2018
$1,035,000
MLS #72357613
Previous Transaction - MLS #72242321
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Dec 21, 2017
$830,000
MLS #72242321
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,162,500 | - | - | MLS #73464302 |
| 06/06/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $730,000 | - | - | MLS #73360826 |
| 07/31/2019 | ✓ Sold | $1,100,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 06/13/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,125,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 08/10/2018 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,035,000 | - | - | MLS #72357613 |
| 12/21/2017 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $830,000 | - | - | MLS #72242321 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $8,573 | $9,999 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$8,573
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$535
Monthly
Assessed Value
$9,999
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2015
Living Area
1,280 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under, Tandem, Assigned
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$8,573
Assessed Value
$9,999
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$535 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Maintenance Grounds
Amenities
Fitness Center, Clubroom, Garden Area
Optional Fee
$46
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Unknown
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
PH1
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2015
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,280 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
5
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (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:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Storm Window(s)
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2015
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central
Cooling:
Central Air
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
Garage Spaces:
2
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Under, Tandem, Assigned
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
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
0.2 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-12
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Winship Elementary School
0.7 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
German International School Boston
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
D
Edison Elementary School
1.0 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
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.0 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
D
Lyon Elementary School
1.1 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
C-
Match Charter Public School
1.1 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
1.8 mi
Grades 05-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Nativity Prep School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.3 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
4.7 mi
Epiphany School
5.4 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.0 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
2.8 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
4.3 mi
High Schools
10 schools
D
Brighton High School
0.3 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
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.3 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
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.3 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
2.2 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
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
Newman School
3.1 mi
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
3.1 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.1 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
D
English High School
3.3 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
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.4 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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Neighborhood
Brighton
1501 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Vineburgh / DiMella Team
Listing Office
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
Office Phone
617-587-0100
Agent MLS ID
TEAM0281
Office MLS ID
NB1520
Listing Data Updated
Aug 1, 2019 7:54 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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