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1653 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$820,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,300
Sq Ft
$631
Price/Sq Ft
0.03
Acres
1890
Year Built
1
Parking
Condominium
Type
7
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 8, 2026 • MLS# 73497825 Copied! • Updated May 29, 2026

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $798,000
Final Sale Price: $820,000
Difference: +$22,000 (+2.8%)
Performance Metrics
102.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $614
Sale $/sq ft: $631
This property sold for $631 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$631/sq ft
Area Average
$129/sq ft
Difference
+387.6%

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

About this home

Welcome! Located on the highly sought after Commonwealth Ave, the home is in the center of it all. Chestnut Hill/Boston College is about a mile to the west, downtown Allston/Boston University about mile and a half to the east, Brookline to the South. The condo was gutted to the studs and completely redesigned in 2023. South/North facing unit letting in ample sunlight all throughout the day. Inside you are greeted with open flowing living/dining room floor plan, hard wood floor throughout the entire unit with high ceilings amplifying its natural light and vertical space. Updated kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, stainless steel stove/oven, dishwasher, and refrigerator, washer/dryer in unit. Condo includes a deeded parking spot, with the T stop half a block down the street. This place is truly a commuter's dream, perfect for investors and owner occupants alike. Come and indulge in everything the city has to offer! Open houses Saturday(4/11) and Sunday (4/12) 12PM-2PM

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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

⏳
Pending Sale
Apr 16, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 8, 2026
$798,000
Original listing
Office: Keller Williams Boston MetroWest

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,118 $528,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,118
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$424
Per month
Assessed Value
$528,300

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1890
Living Area 1,300 sq ft
Lot Size 0.03 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street, Deeded, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $6,118
Assessed Value $528,300

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $424
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Low-Rise","Brownstone"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance (7)
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 8 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,300 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bedroom4
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Bedroom3
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen
Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bedroom2
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Living Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
Master Bedroom
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: N
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type: Low-Rise, Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded, Exclusive Parking
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
0.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-12
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
St. Columbkille Partnership School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
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
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
1.3 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.3 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
1.4 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
1.9 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
4.9 mi
Epiphany School
5.3 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
5.7 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
2.9 mi
Irving Middle
4.3 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.1 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
0.4 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
0.5 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
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
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
3.0 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
3.0 mi
Grades 06-09
D
English High School
3.2 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
3.5 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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1653 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

Listing Information

Listing Agent Tiandao Dong
Listing Office Keller Williams Boston MetroWest
Office Phone 508-877-6500
Agent MLS ID CN254505
Office MLS ID AN5720
Listing Data Updated May 29, 2026 11:45 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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