1501 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02135

Boston, MA 02135 • Brighton
$730,000
Est. $4,941/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
751
Sq Ft
$972
Price/Sq Ft
2015
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 17, 2025 • MLS# 73360826 Copied!

About this home

Penthouse, 5th floor, oversized one bedroom South West corner unit in the Lancaster –the Brighton's premier construction building built in 2015. This corner unit features light filled foyer with a skylight. Open kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel Bosch appliances that has gas cooking, vented new Bosch microwave/hood & a French door fridge/freezer with an ice maker. In-unit laundry. Sleek sea grass style and subway tiled bath and great closet space. This elevator building offers modern amenities and designer finishes throughout, including a heated lower-level garage, an elegant lobby, a residential library/club room with access to a courtyard patio with grill, and a fitness/yoga room. Close to Green B line T station, easy access to all major roads, restaurants, and shopping. Lease in place through 7/31/2025 with a monthly rent at $3,100. Property Tax does not include residential exemption. Garage Parking spot #53, One storage unit on the third floor #11.

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
2015
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
751 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $729,000
Final Sale Price: $730,000
Difference: +$1,000 (+0.1%)
Performance Metrics
100.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $971
Sale $/sq ft: $972
This property sold for $972 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.1% 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 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$972/sq ft
Area Average
$724/sq ft
Difference
+34.2%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 2015
Living Area 751 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Laundry Closet, First Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $7,189
Assessed Value $620,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Laundry Closet, First Floor, In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 2015
Structure Type: High-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Under, Deeded

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
1.0 mi
Grades PK-12
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
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
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
4.1 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
0.3 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
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
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
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

Market Insights

41.7%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73464302
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Dec 31, 2025
$1,250,000
MLS #73464302 - Active
Sold
Jun 6, 2025
$730,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Apr 17, 2025
$729,000
Original listing
Agent: Anita Lin Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
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 Sold $1,250,000
Apr 17, 2025 New Listing Added $729,000
Nov 21, 2024 Sold $965,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$972

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,189 $620,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,189
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$451
Monthly
Assessed Value
$620,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Anita Lin
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Agent MLS ID CT002990
Office MLS ID AN6216
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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