1501 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$1,250,000
Est. $8,216/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,280
Sq Ft
$977
Price/Sq Ft
2015
Year Built
3 hours 41 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Dec 31, 2025 • MLS# 73464302 Copied!

About this home

OH 1/4 Sun 1-3pm. A rare opportunity to own a distinguished builder penthouse at The Lancaster, Brighton’s premier elevator building. This majestic southeast corner residence is wrapped by an expansive private balcony with sweeping Boston skyline view. The refined 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features vaulted ceilings and upgraded hardwood floors throughout, a gas fireplace, central HVAC, and in-unit laundry. Sun-filled living and dining spaces flow seamlessly to the wraparound deck, ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is impeccably appointed with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless Bosch appliances with gas cooking and professional venting. Additional highlights include abundant spacious closets, two deeded single garage parking spaces, and deeded storage. Inspired by English Jacobean Architecture, The Lancaster offers boutique hotel–level amenities including an elegant lobby, heated garage, residents’ club room, fitness and yoga studio, and a secluded courtyard patio.

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2015
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,280 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
5

Open House Schedule

04
Jan
Sunday, January 4
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST

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, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Unit
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, Deeded
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $10,819
Assessed Value $934,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: N
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Unit
Security: Intercom

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, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

Brighton

1501 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

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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
E

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
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
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
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
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
M

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
4.2 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
H

High Schools

10 schools
D
Brighton High School
0.2 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
0.3 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
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
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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Property History

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Dec 31, 2025
$1,250,000
Original listing
Agent: Cook Real Estate Partners Office: Keller Williams Elite
Previous Transaction - MLS #73360826
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 6, 2025
$730,000
MLS #73360826
Previous Transaction - MLS #73300960
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Nov 21, 2024
$965,000
MLS #73300960

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 31, 2025 New Listing Added $1,250,000
Jun 6, 2025 Sold $730,000
Nov 21, 2024 Sold $965,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
3 hours 41 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$977

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,819 $934,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,819
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$794
Monthly
Assessed Value
$934,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Cook Real Estate Partners
Listing Office Keller Williams Elite
Agent MLS ID TM314341
Office MLS ID AN7871
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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