42 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2

1,370 Sq. Ft.
$1,412 / Sq. Ft.
1,370
Sq. Ft.
$1,412
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Stunning Back Bay Parlor level floor through home, situated on the First Block of Commonwealth Avenue, just steps away from the Boston Public Garden. This beautiful unit was designed by an architect from Parma, Italy and fully renovated by a prominent local builder. Gorgeous, bright front facing Living Room with original fireplace, 14 foot Ceilings, and floor to ceiling Windows overlooking the Commonwealth Avenue Mall. The Living Room leads through large open walnut trimmed doorways to a Separate...Stunning Back Bay Parlor level floor through home, situated on the First Block of Commonwealth Avenue, just steps away from the Boston Public Garden. This beautiful unit was designed by an architect from Parma, Italy and fully renovated by a prominent local builder. Gorgeous, bright front facing Living Room with original fireplace, 14 foot Ceilings, and floor to ceiling Windows overlooking the Commonwealth Avenue Mall. The Living Room leads through large open walnut trimmed doorways to a Separate Dining Room, which could also be used as a Study. This room has French Doors that open to a wonderful Juliet Balcony. A Sleek contemporary kitchen awaits with custom made cabinets with an Italian flair and high end appliances. Beautifully crafted doors adorn the arched ceiling hallway that leads to the bedrooms, including a Master suite with a large Italian luxe marbled bath. Direct Elevator access. 1 Deeded Parking Space.
  1. Listed by David Mackie • Coldwell Banker Realty - Back Bay

Property Details for 42 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 2

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Brownstone
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Upper, Front
LISTING UPDATED: 05/12/2022 08:22 PM

Property Details for 42 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 2

StatusSold
MLS #71891147
Days on Market103
Taxes$13,928 / year
HOA Fees$692
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1900
CountySuffolk County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Back Bay, David Mackie

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Back Bay, Cort Petrocelli Team

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Building Information for 42 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 2

Building/Complex42 Commonwealth AveFloor1Stories1Residences5Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1900

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$11,596 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,744

Property Taxes

$1,161

HOA Dues

$692

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Property Information for 42 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 2

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1370.0
  • Total Units: 5
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Intercom
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: Upper,Front
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Tandem
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Tandem
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: W:05 P:01207 S:024,3345545
  • Assessments: $1,150,100
  • Book: 43615
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Association Security: Intercom
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1%

Property History for 42 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 8, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #564077827

$1,935,000

+1485.2% / yr

Jan 8, 2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71891147

$1,935,000
Nov 7, 2015

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71891147

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/08/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #564077827

$1,935,000

+1485.2% / yr

01/08/2016

Sold

MLS PIN #71891147

$1,935,000
11/07/2015

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71891147

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Public Records for 42 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$2,067,800Total-
Tax Record2025$23,945 ($1,995 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,370 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,370 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,370 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1900Year Renovated2016ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:01207 S:024Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 42 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 2

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 1 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Mel H King Elementary
Public1 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Back Bay, David Mackie

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