Spacious condo in the scenic Towne Estates Condominiums bordered by Newton Commonwealth Golf Course and Chandler Pond! This top floor unit features an open concept living and dining area and galley kitchen, central heat, A/C, ample closet space, hardwood floors, 2 deeded parking parking and storage, and gorgeous landscaped scenery out large living room windows providing for an abundance of natural light all day. Within a short distance of Boston College, Brighton Center and public transportation (the green line and the Express Bus to Boston) and a close drive to the Mass Pike Newton Corner exit (Exit 17)! Just a short distance from the new Brighton Landing retail shops & dining, and the Bruins & Celtics training facilities. Condo fee includes heat, hot water, cooking gas, residents/community pool, common laundry, snow removal and landscaping. Perfect for an investor or an owner occupant, don't miss your chance to make this wonderful property your own!
CondoProperty Type
1963Year Built
824 sq ftLot Size
$628Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Kevin Cleary• RE/MAX Select Realty
Bought with James Brasco• Century 21 Shawmut Properties
Located on the second floor, this lovely two bedroom condominium is bounded by picturesque Chandler’s Pond and the Newton Commonwealth Public Golf Course. This unit features 2 parking spaces (plus additional guest parking), central air conditioning, hardwood floors throughout, 2000 updated kitchen with maple cabinets, 2000 renovated ceramic tile bathroom and additional storage space. R.E.Taxes INCLUDE residential exemption. Open House Sunday July 31, 11:00 - 12:30
Public Records
Jun 27, 2001
Sold
$250,000
$303/sq ft
MLS PIN #50336100
Jul 29, 1996
Sold
$115,000
$140/sq ft
Jun 22, 1996
Listing Removed
—
Jun 12, 1996
Listed
$121,000
$147/sq ft
TOWNE ESTATES-A COUNTRY CONDO VILLAGE IN THE CITY 14 ACRES INCL.2 POOLS;BORDERED BY A POND & GOLF COURSE SUNNY TOP FLOOR,C/A,STORAGE SPACE,& LAUNDRY TAX DOES NOT REFLECT RESIDENTIAL EXEMPTION APPEALS TO FIRST TIME BUYERS AND EMPTY
Public Records
Apr 28, 1987
Sold
$150,000
$182/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,134 (+3.7%)
$478,000
2022
$4,953 (+4.0%)
$455,200
2021
$4,762 (+12.1%)
$446,300
2020
$4,249 (+12.4%)
$402,400
2019
$3,780 (+5.1%)
$358,600
2018
$3,596 (+1.9%)
$343,100
2017
$3,528 (+6.0%)
$333,100
2016
$3,329 (+3.2%)
$302,600
2015
$3,225 (+6.0%)
$266,300
2014
$3,043 (+4.5%)
$241,900
2013
$2,911 (−7.7%)
$221,500
2012
$3,154 (−1.4%)
$241,900
2009
$3,200 (+17.1%)
$250,200
2006
$2,733
$257,100
Tax history for 185 Lake Shore Rd #3
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,134 (+3.7%)
$478,000
2022
$4,953 (+4.0%)
$455,200
2021
$4,762 (+12.1%)
$446,300
2020
$4,249 (+12.4%)
$402,400
2019
$3,780 (+5.1%)
$358,600
2018
$3,596 (+1.9%)
$343,100
2017
$3,528 (+6.0%)
$333,100
2016
$3,329 (+3.2%)
$302,600
2015
$3,225 (+6.0%)
$266,300
2014
$3,043 (+4.5%)
$241,900
2013
$2,911 (−7.7%)
$221,500
2012
$3,154 (−1.4%)
$241,900
2009
$3,200 (+17.1%)
$250,200
2006
$2,733
$257,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
One-Family Residential Subdistricts, as indicated by the designation 1F on said Maps. The One-Family Residential Subdistricts are established to preserve, maintain and promote low density one-family neighborhoods, to provide for new infill construction appropriate to the existing fabric, and to allow minor changes to occur as-of-right. In a 1F Residential Subdistrict, the maximum number of Dwelling Units allowed in a single Building shall be 1.
Directions: Comm Ave outbound to Lake St. to Lake Shore Rd, or Kenrick to Lake Shore Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 185 Lake Shore Rd # 3, Boston MA 02135
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 824
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: —
County: Suffolk County
APN: 1220946
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 25, 2023
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Edison K-8
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Mary Lyon K-8 School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Lyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Brighton, MA • 02135
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$492,000 – $595,000
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