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1161 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134 • Allston
$510,000
Est. $3,896/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
936
Sq Ft
$545
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 11, 2024 • MLS# 73222844 Copied!

About this home

Excellent investment opportunity located in a prime location! This first-floor oversized two-bedroom condo is situated in a beautiful brownstone building within walking distance to Boston University, the Green Line, multiple bus lines, and Coolidge Corner. Popular restaurants, bars, cafes, and retail are all right in the neighborhood. The comfortable and functional sun-filled layout provides ample living space including 2 sizable bedrooms, a renovated bathroom, a living room, and a dining area off the kitchen. There is a balcony off one of the bedrooms. Additional features include high ceilings, hardwood floors, building laundry, and private basement storage. The unit is currently tenanted with a lease through 8/31/25. OFFERS ARE DUE TUESDAY 4/16/24 AT NOON.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
936 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $495,000
Final Sale Price: $510,000
Difference: +$15,000 (+3.0%)
Performance Metrics
103.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $529
Sale $/sq ft: $545
This property sold for $545 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 13 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$545/sq ft
Area Average
$454/sq ft
Difference
+20.2%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1920
Living Area 936 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
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 Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,727
Assessed Value $433,700

Interior Features

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Basement: N
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Structure Type: Rowhouse
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Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
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Location

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Neighborhood

Allston

1161 Commonwealth Ave # 2, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

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Property Tax $394
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $724/mo
PMI (if <20% down) $0

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Payment Over Time

Interest
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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

11.4%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73469896
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jan 20, 2026
$559,000
MLS #73469896 - Active
Sold
May 30, 2024
$510,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
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Listed for Sale
Apr 11, 2024
$495,000
Original listing
Agent: Roy Schwartz Office: Boston's Best Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 29, 2026 Sold $559,000
Apr 11, 2024 New Listing Added $495,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$545

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $4,727 $433,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,727
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$724
Per month
Assessed Value
$433,700

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID NB111371
Office MLS ID NB1005
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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