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
7
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 8, 2026 • MLS# 73497825 Copied! • Updated May 29, 2026

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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.

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
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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
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,300 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

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

3 schools
Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy
0.2 mi
165 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-01
Baldwin ELPA
0.2 mi
Torah Academy Inc.
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
H

High Schools

3 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
Brighton High
0.5 mi
D
Brighton High School
0.5 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
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Neighborhood

Brighton

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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