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.
Sold for $1,758,888
$1,758,888
197 Commonwealth Ave APT 7, Boston, MA 02116
3beds
1,790sqft
Condominium, Townhouse
Built in 1881
-- sqft lot
$1,885,800 Zestimate®
$983/sqft
$5,735 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,885,800
$1.68M - $2.15M
$5,735/mo
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Secluded urban oasisPrivate entrance and garden
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Listed by:
Collin Bray 617-512-1095,
Century 21 Cityside 617-262-2600
Bought with:
Craig Lake Team
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73374512
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,790
- Total interior livable area: 1,790 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,790
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Courtyard,Garden)
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 3350838
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Condominium, Townhouse
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Year built: 1881
- Major remodel year: 1980
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Boston
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $537 monthly
- Amenities included: Elevator(s)
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | Sold | $1,758,888-6.9%$983/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Contingent | $1,888,800$1,055/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,888,800+51.1%$1,055/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Listing removed | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 11/8/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/18/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 10/16/2015 | Listing removed | $1,250,000$698/sqft |
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| 7/17/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000$698/sqft |
Source: Robert Paul Properties #71874773 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,785 +6.2% | $1,190,400 |
| 2024 | $12,975 +6.6% | $1,190,400 +5% |
| 2023 | $12,176 +0.7% | $1,133,700 +2% |
| 2022 | $12,093 +2% | $1,111,500 |
| 2021 | $11,860 +6.3% | $1,111,500 +5.2% |
| 2020 | $11,152 +2.2% | $1,056,100 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,909 +9% | $1,035,000 +8.4% |
| 2018 | $10,006 +335.9% | $954,800 +4% |
| 2017 | $2,295 -75% | $917,900 +10% |
| 2016 | $9,182 +16.6% | $834,700 +28.3% |
| 2015 | $7,876 +8% | $650,400 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $7,293 +0.5% | $579,700 +5% |
| 2013 | $7,255 -3.8% | $552,100 -4.5% |
| 2012 | $7,542 +1.9% | $578,400 |
| 2011 | $7,398 +7.7% | $578,400 |
| 2010 | $6,871 +14.7% | $578,400 +2.6% |
| 2009 | $5,993 -3.1% | $563,800 |
| 2008 | $6,185 -1.4% | $563,800 -1.2% |
| 2007 | $6,271 | $570,600 |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
- NABoston Adult AcademyGrades: 11-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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