The elegance and traditional detail of this outstanding Back Bay brownstone is apparent from the moment you enter 252 Commonwealth Avenue through the French doors of the vestibule into the lobby with fireplace and extraordinary detail. Residence 4 is a south facing oversized studio with bowed windows, gleaming hardwood floors, decorative fireplace, mouldings, high ceilings, several custom closets and cabinetry, and a bathroom and eat-in kitchen the size you would expect to find in a much larger home. Kitchen is complete with stainless appliances, granite countertops and highlighted by a greenhouse window. The marble bathroom has a walk in shower and two storage closets.A custom made murphy bed further enhances the space. There is additional storage and free laundry. Possibility of rental parking behind the building.
Sold for $645,000 on 05/02/25
$645,000
252 Commonwealth Ave APT 4, Boston, MA 02116
0beds
475sqft
Condominium, Rowhouse
Built in 1890
-- sqft lot
$642,900 Zestimate®
$1,358/sqft
$2,815 Estimated rent
Home value
$642,900
$591,000 - $694,000
$2,815/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 03, 2025 at 06:06am
Listed by:
Meyers Zakon Team 617-763-0407,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston 617-266-4430,
Jackie Zakon 617-529-0470
Bought with:
Christman Johnsson Group
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73342421
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 475
- Total interior livable area: 475 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 475
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Lot
- Size: 475 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 0503197008,3359950
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Rowhouse
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $192 monthly
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/2/2025 | Sold | $645,000-0.6%$1,358/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73342421 | ||
| 3/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000+35.2%$1,366/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73342421 | ||
| 1/3/2017 | Sold | $480,000-4%$1,011/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 12/2/2016 | Pending sale | $499,900$1,052/sqft |
Source: Compass #72071407 | ||
| 11/28/2016 | Price change | $499,900-2%$1,052/sqft |
Source: Compass #72071407 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,844 +6.2% | $591,000 |
| 2024 | $6,442 +6.6% | $591,000 +5% |
| 2023 | $6,044 +0.7% | $562,800 +2% |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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Estimated market value
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