$1,758,888
SOLD NOV 18, 2025

197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,790 Sq Ft
$537/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$983 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

138 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Elevator
  • Property is near public transit
  • Jogging Path
  • 2-minute walk to Commonwealth Avenue Mall

About This Home

As of November 2025

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Collin Bray

Century 21 Cityside Listed on: 05/14/2025

Century 21 Cityside

Last Buyer's Agent

Craig Lake Team

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Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,785

Year Built

  • Built in 1881

HOA Fees

  • $537 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,790 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Laundry in unit
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • 3 Heating Zones

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Garden

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3350838

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 7 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,785

Year Built

Built in 1881

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$537 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1881
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Courtyard,Garden)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1790
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1790
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 3
  • MAIN LO: BB6400
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Slate
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 537
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 3350838
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 13785

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 7
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 Sold $1,758,888 +51632.0% $983 / Sq Ft
09/29/2025 09/29/25 Pending -- -- --
06/29/2025 06/29/25 For Rent $3,400 0.0% --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $1,888,800 0.0% $1,055 / Sq Ft
04/12/2025 04/12/25 Off Market $3,400 -- --
04/03/2025 04/03/25 Off Market $3,400 -- --
03/03/2025 03/03/25 For Rent $3,400 0.0% --
01/18/2025 01/18/25 For Rent $3,400 0.0% --
12/30/2024 12/30/24 For Rent $3,400 0.0% --
12/29/2024 12/29/24 Off Market $3,400 -- --
10/24/2024 10/24/24 For Rent $3,400 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $13,785 $1,190,400 $0 $1,190,400
2024 $12,975 $1,190,400 $0 $1,190,400
2023 $12,176 $1,133,700 $0 $1,133,700
2022 $12,093 $1,111,500 $0 $1,111,500
2021 $11,860 $1,111,500 $0 $1,111,500
2020 $11,152 $1,056,100 $0 $1,056,100
2019 $10,909 $1,035,000 $0 $1,035,000
2018 $10,006 $954,800 $0 $954,800
2017 $9,721 $917,900 $0 $917,900
2016 $9,182 $834,700 $0 $834,700
2015 $7,876 $650,400 $0 $650,400
2014 $7,293 $579,700 $0 $579,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73374512

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-003372-000014