1742 Commonwealth Ave APT 2, Brighton, MA, 02135
About This Home
Beautiful 2-bed, 1-bath condo on Commonwealth Ave in the heart of Brighton. This inviting home features an open layout with a well-appointed kitchen offering granite countertops, modern cabinetry, pantry, breakfast bar, gas cooking, dishwasher, and in-unit washer/dryer. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the living area, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. High coffered ceilings and hardwood floors run throughout. Both bedrooms are generously sized, complemented by a spacious, updated bathroom. Enjoy access to a covered common porch. Conveniently located near Whole Foods, Cleveland Circle, Chestnut Hill, and Boston College, with easy access to the Green Line (B) and a short walk to the (C) and (D) lines.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator
Bathroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area above ground: 760
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 760
- Total interior livable area: 760 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: W:21 P:02212 S:008,1216169
- Zoning: CD
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Street)
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,705 | $32,460 |
| Home Insurance * | $115 | $1,380 |
| Property Taxes | $517 | $6,204 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $3,691 | $44,292 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-27 | Price change | $529,900 |
| 2026-04-09 | Listed for sale | $549,900 |
| 2023-04-28 | Sold | $505,000 |
| 2023-04-12 | Contingent | $499,900 |
| 2023-04-05 | Listed for sale | $499,900 |
| 2023-04-05 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-03-06 | Listed for rent | $3,000 |
| 2022-10-24 | Listing removed | $499,900 |
| 2022-08-03 | Listed for sale | $499,900 |
| 2021-07-23 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-07-19 | Listed for rent | $2,650 |
| 2021-07-16 | Sold | $455,000 |
| 2021-07-08 | Pending sale | $475,000 |
| 2021-06-25 | Contingent | $475,000 |
| 2021-06-03 | Listed for sale | $475,000 |
| 2019-08-30 | Listing removed | $2,300 |
| 2019-07-30 | Listed for rent | $2,300 |
| 2017-11-09 | Listing removed | $1,650 |
| 2017-09-12 | Listed for rent | $1,650 |
| 2016-04-28 | Sold | $412,000 |
| 2016-02-09 | Sold | $295,000 |
| 2012-10-16 | Listing removed | $1,800 |
| 2012-07-01 | Price change | $1,800 |
| 2012-06-30 | Listed for rent | $1,750 |
| 2011-06-29 | Listing removed | $1,750 |
| 2011-05-30 | Listed for rent | $1,750 |
| 2004-07-15 | Sold | $240,000 |
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