1501 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$1,162,500
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,280
Sq Ft
$908
Price/Sq Ft
2015
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
72
Days on Market
Sold Listed Dec 31, 2025 • MLS# 73464302 Copied! • Updated Apr 10, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,250,000
Final Sale Price: $1,162,500
Difference: $87,500 (-7.0%)
Performance Metrics
93.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
72
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $977
Sale $/sq ft: $908
This property sold for $908 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.0% below the original asking price.

The property spent 72 days on market before selling.

About this home

OH CXLD,Offer accepted.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.

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
41.6%
Price Range
74
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

✓
Sold
Apr 10, 2026
$1,162,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 74
📋
Status: Active under contract
Mar 2, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
⏳
Pending Sale
Mar 1, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
↓
Price Reduced
Feb 6, 2026
$1,200,000 $50,000 (-4%)
From $1,250,000 to $1,200,000 (-4.0%)
🏠
Listed for Sale
Dec 31, 2025
$1,200,000
Original listing
Agent: Cook Real Estate Partners Office: Keller Williams Elite
🏠
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
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 6, 2025
$730,000
MLS #73360826
Previous Transaction - MLS #73300960
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Nov 21, 2024
$965,000
MLS #73300960

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

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, First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Deeded
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $10,819
Assessed Value $934,300

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $794 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Maintenance Grounds
Amenities Fitness Center, Clubroom, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 40
Seller Disclosures Buyers And Buyers Agent To Do Their Own Due Diligence And Measurements. Property Tax Does Not Include Residential Exemption. Two Deeded Garage Parking Spaces #9 & #33, One Storage Unit On The 4th Floor.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building PH1
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 74 days

Property Overview

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

Floor Layout

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, First Floor, 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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Under, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
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
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.2 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-12
Baldwin ELPA
0.4 mi
H

High Schools

3 schools
Brighton High
0.2 mi
D
Brighton High School
0.2 mi | #320 of 346 | Score: 32.5
Improved 44 spots from last year
-25.7 below state avg
609 students Diverse
11 sports • 520 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
Another Course to College
0.3 mi
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Neighborhood

Brighton

1501 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135

Listing Information

Listing Agent Cook Real Estate Partners
Listing Office Keller Williams Elite
Office Phone 508-528-1000
Agent MLS ID TM314341
Office MLS ID AN7871
Listing Data Updated Apr 10, 2026 4:06 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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