197 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116
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$1,888,800
3 Beds
2 Baths
1790 SQFT
Acres: N/A
$537 HOA

Property Description

ONE of a KIND. "THE CARRIAGE HOUSE" of 197 Commonwealth Avenue. FIRST TIME Available for Sale in 44 Years. Secluded urban oasis featuring a private entrance & garden. Lives like a single family triplex, currently 3 Levels + Loft. The original "Wheel" is a showstopper & is illuminated by two skylights. Premier Back Bay Location, At The Corner where Commonwealth Ave & Exeter Street meet. At the Intersection of when your Dream Project & Opportunity unite. Summoning the Architect, Artist & Passionate Buyer. Unlock Limitless Creativity. Interior offered as a "Blank Canvas" to Customize a Dream Interior Design. NEW UPGRADES: Framing, Slate Roof, Windows, Mahogany Door, Exterior Brick Repointed, Interior & Exterior Stairs. This Jewel box is Ready for the Future Owner of a Rare Back Bay Diamond. After purchasing the land from the Commonwealth in 1881, Henry Haven built his home & The Carriage House. Fast forward to 2025, The KEY to your LEGACY Renovation Awaits.

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Amenities

  • Amenities: Bike Path, Highway Access, Medical Facility, Park, Private School, Public School, Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station, University, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Association Fee Includes: Elevator, Landscaping, Master Insurance, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 6

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, Electric
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Unit Features

  • Square Feet: 1790
  • Unit Building: 7
  • Unit Level: 3
  • Unit Placement: Courtyard|Garden
  • Floors: 3
  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Accessability Features: No

Condo Complex Information

  • Condo Type: Condo
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Year Converted: 1980
  • Number of Units: 7
  • Number of Units Owner Occupied: 6
  • Owner Occupied Data Source: Owner
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Condo Association: U
  • HOA Fee: $537
  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Management: Owner Association

Construction

  • Year Built: 1881
  • Style: , Garrison, Townhouse
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Slate
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Grounds

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Patio
  • Pool: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73374512
  • Last Updated: 05/14/25

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
05/14/2025New$1,888,800$1,055MLSPIN
10/15/2015Expired$1,250,000$889MLSPIN
07/16/2015Active$1,250,000$889MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Collin Bray, Century 21 Cityside
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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