Spacious, open and bright first floor unit at Reservoir Gardens with 1 bedroom,1 bathroom and 795 square feet of living boasts updated white kitchen with stainless steel appliances and solid surface countertops and contemporary remodeled bath with tiled walls and floating vanity. Gleaming hardwoods, recessed lighting throughout and the period fireplace with hearth all add to the overall allure and appeal of this special unit. Laundry in building and large extra storage space in the basement. Complex has attractive common courtyard, is nicely set back from Comm Ave, and is convenient to shops, Boston College, South Street T and steps to the Chestnut Hill Reservoir. Move in ready.
Sold for $560,000
$560,000
1986 Commonwealth Ave APT 1, Brighton, MA 02135
1beds
795sqft
Condominium
Built in 1927
-- sqft lot
$569,000 Zestimate®
$704/sqft
$2,709 Estimated rent
Home value
$569,000
$518,000 - $626,000
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Contemporary remodeled bathPeriod fireplace with hearthUpdated white kitchenGleaming hardwoodsRecessed lightingStainless steel appliancesTiled walls
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Listed by:
The Shulkin Wilk Group 617-463-9816,
Compass 781-365-9954
Bought with:
Adam Shoulkin
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73348354
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: First
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 18 x 8
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
- Level: First
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Entry Hall
- Flooring: Hardwood, Parquet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 795
- Total interior livable area: 795 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 795
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Garden, Professional Landscaping
Details
- Parcel number: 1218348
- Zoning: CD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1927
- Major remodel year: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Intercom
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Brighton
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $491 monthly
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry, Storage, Garden Area
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2025 | Sold | $560,000+3.9%$704/sqft |
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| 3/25/2025 | Contingent | $539,000$678/sqft |
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| 3/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $539,000+73.9%$678/sqft |
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| 10/31/2013 | Sold | $310,000+7.3%$390/sqft |
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| 9/12/2013 | Listed for sale | $289,000+105%$364/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline #71582265 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/1999 | Sold | $141,000$177/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,182 +18% | $447,500 +11% |
| 2024 | $4,393 +1.5% | $403,000 |
| 2023 | $4,328 +4.6% | $403,000 +6% |
| 2022 | $4,137 +2% | $380,200 |
| 2021 | $4,057 +4.8% | $380,200 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $3,870 +2.2% | $366,500 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,788 +7.6% | $359,400 +7% |
| 2018 | $3,521 +1094.6% | $336,000 +8% |
| 2017 | $295 -90.6% | $311,100 +9% |
| 2016 | $3,141 -5.7% | $285,500 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $3,330 +6% | $275,000 +15% |
| 2013 | $3,142 -2.7% | $239,100 -3.4% |
| 2012 | $3,229 -1.2% | $247,600 -3.1% |
| 2011 | $3,269 +6.6% | $255,600 -1% |
| 2010 | $3,067 +5.7% | $258,200 -5.4% |
| 2009 | $2,902 -3.1% | $273,000 +0% |
| 2008 | $2,994 -1.2% | $272,900 -1% |
| 2007 | $3,029 | $275,600 |
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Neighborhood: Brighton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Edison K-8Grades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Mary Lyon K-8 SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Lyon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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