5 Colliston Road # 7, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$490,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
790
Sq Ft
$620
Price/Sq Ft
0.02
Acres
1926
Year Built
Condominium
Type
10
Days on Market
Sold Listed Oct 31, 2024 • MLS# 73308276 Copied! • Updated Dec 19, 2024

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $479,900
Final Sale Price: $490,000
Difference: +$10,100 (+2.1%)
Performance Metrics
102.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $607
Sale $/sq ft: $620
This property sold for $620 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 10 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

This is the one you have been waiting for! Perched on the top floor of this coveted 1920's brownstone masterpiece is this sun filled two-bedroom home waiting for its next owner! Freshly painted throughout, this unit features high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors and brand new windows throughout! Open and flexible floor-plan. Bistro balcony off of the kitchen affords the opportunity for al fresco dinning or a morning coffee! Soaring views from the common roof deck. High owner occupancy and strong financials. Situated in the Aberdeen historic district just steps from the Brookline town line. Walk to MBTA B, C & D train lines, close to area universities, shops & restaurants. Do not miss out!

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Property History

Market Insights

10.8%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

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Sold
Dec 19, 2024
$490,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Oct 31, 2024
$479,900
Original listing
Agent: James Brasco Office: Century 21 Shawmut Properties
Previous Transaction - MLS #72514453
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 2, 2019
$437,000
MLS #72514453
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Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $1,321 $475,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,321
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$465
Monthly
Assessed Value
$475,900

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1926
Living Area 790 sq ft
Lot Size 0.02 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Hot Water
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof, Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Features None
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $1,321
Assessed Value $475,900

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $465 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds
Amenities Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 10
Seller Disclosures Offers Are Due Monday 11/4 @ 5pm. Quoted Taxes Include The Residential Exemption, The Residential Exemption Will Saved Qualified Boston Homeowners Up To $3, 610.53 On Their Tax Bill.
Exclusions None Noted.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building 7
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents Master Deed (1)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 11 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1926
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
790 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1926
Effective Year (Renovated): 1979
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Balcony
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
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
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-12
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
D
Edison Elementary School
0.9 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
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
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
1.5 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
German International School Boston
1.5 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.6 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
Manville School
1.9 mi
Grades K-12
M

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: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
4.0 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.2 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
4.9 mi
Epiphany School
5.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.4 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
Irving Middle
4.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
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
D
Brighton High School
0.7 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
0.7 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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.8 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
Meridian Academy
2.8 mi
Grades 06-09
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
D
English High School
3.0 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
3.3 mi
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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Brighton

5 Colliston Road # 7, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

Listing Information

Listing Agent James Brasco
Listing Office Century 21 Shawmut Properties
Office Phone 617-787-2121
Agent MLS ID CT000385
Office MLS ID BB2272
Listing Data Updated Dec 19, 2024 1:08 PM EST
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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