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1870 Commonwealth Ave # 1, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
$2,500/mo
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$2,700
Final Sale Price:
$2,500
Difference:
$200 (-7.4%)
Performance Metrics
92.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$5
Sale $/sq ft:
$4
This property sold for $4 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 7.4% below the original asking price.
With only 11 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
$4/sq ft
Area Median
$4/sq ft
Difference
5.0%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Available NOW! Cat friendly -- 1 cat allowed. This just renovated front facing unit features an open concept living area with an updated kitchen with new appliances, new hardwood floors, an abundance of natural light and excellent ceiling height. Despite facing Comm Ave. the apartment is very quiet, due to thick walls and new windows.The location is perfect -- close to everything! The green line B is 2 min away, C and D 5-10 min walking. Near to both Boston College and Boston University. Shops, restaurants, walking/jogging trails all w/in walking distance. Laundry in the building next door. Affordable parking available for rent nearby. Unit is vacant and easy to show, though 24 hrs warning is appreciated.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
99.5%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Leased
Aug 12, 2026
$2,500
Rental listing closed
Days on Market: 13
Lease Pending
Aug 12, 2026
Lease pending
Price Reduced
Aug 2, 2026
$2,500
$200
(-7.41%)
From $2,700 to $2,500 (-7.4%)
Listed for Rent
Jul 31, 2026
$2,500
Original listing
Agent: F. Valerie Grinshpun
Office: Homes-R-Us Realty of MA, Inc.
Listed for Rent
Jul 31, 2026
$2,700
Original listing
Agent: F. Valerie Grinshpun
Office: Homes-R-Us Realty of MA, Inc.
Current Active Listing - MLS #73548169
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 10, 2026
$465,000
MLS #73548169 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #71969294
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Mar 30, 2016
$340,000
MLS #71969294
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/12/2026 | ✓ Leased | $2,500 | - | - | Rental listing closed |
| 08/12/2026 | ⏳ Lease Pending | - | - | - | Lease pending |
| 08/02/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $2,500 | $200 | - | From $2,700 to $2,500 (-7.4%) |
| 07/31/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,500 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/31/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,700 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/10/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $465,000 | - | - | MLS #73548169 - Active |
| 03/30/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $340,000 | - | - | MLS #71969294 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1930
Living Area
580 sq ft
Lot Size
580 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Rental Details
Available
Available Now
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener
Security Deposit
$2,500
Required
Last MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Basement
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
HOA
Yes
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
13 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Leased
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
580 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
580 sq ft above grade
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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
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Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1930
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
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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
3 schools
A
John D Runkle School
0.6 mi
|
#44 of 352
|
Score: 58.0
Dropped 36 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
476 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Brookline Early Education Program at Runkle
0.6 mi
47 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
D
Edison Elementary School
0.7 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
High Schools
3 schools
Bais Yaakov of Boston School
0.2 mi
Grades 09-12
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys
0.5 mi
Grades 09-12
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.6 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
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Neighborhood
1870 Commonwealth Ave # 1, Boston MA 02135
Boston, MA 02135
Listing Information
Listing Agent
F. Valerie Grinshpun
Listing Office
Homes-R-Us Realty of MA, Inc.
Office Phone
508-309-3048
Agent MLS ID
CN205089
Office MLS ID
BB4517
Listing Data Updated
Aug 13, 2026 7:47 PM 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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