NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1 Boston, MA 02116

Back Bay Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $6,649,000 - $11,434,446

3 Beds
5 Baths
3,950 Sq Ft
3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 1, 2013

Last sale price $6,500,000 $1,646 Per Sq Ft

Est. 32% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $57,339 / mo

38 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2013

Steps to the Public Garden on the first block of sunny-side Commonwealth Avenue, this magnificent and rarely available property was once home to Oliver Ames and the French Consulate and now offers one of Back Bay’s most sought-after addresses. Residence One is architecturally stunning and the very definition of modern elegance offering 3-plus bedrooms, 4.5-bathrooms and just under 4,000 square feet of living space. Outstanding features include grand formal entertaining rooms with beautiful original detailing, soaring ceiling heights, oversized windows, gourmet eat-in kitchen, luxurious primary suite, bonus den/media room and 2 private outdoor spaces. Superb location just steps to the Public Garden, Boston Common, Charles River Esplanade and the fine shops and restaurants of Newbury Street. Complete with 2 garage parking spaces.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Mackie

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 02/07/2013

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Last Buyer's Agent

David Mackie

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston Listed on: 02/07/2013

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1899

Lot Details

3,920 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$2,982 per month

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1899

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: No
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 8
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • No Units: 3
  • Unit Building: 1

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$8,570,482

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$6,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$5,210,206
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$3,360,276

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2013
Closed on
Apr 30, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
David Mackie
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
David Mackie
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$7,995,000
Sold Price
$6,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,495,000
-18.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 1997
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$10,500,000 --
$6,500,000 --
$4,725,000 --
$520,000 --
$2,436,614 --
$2,230,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $6,000,000
Previous Owner $4,500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/02/2026 03/02/26 Price Changed $13,500,000 -6.8% $3,418 / Sq Ft
01/16/2026 01/16/26 For Sale $14,490,000 +122.9% $3,668 / Sq Ft
05/01/2013 05/01/13 Sold $6,500,000 -18.7% $1,646 / Sq Ft
03/17/2013 03/17/13 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2013 02/07/13 For Sale $7,995,000 -- $2,024 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History

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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 $100,016 $8,637,000 $0 $8,637,000
2024 $91,177 $8,364,900 $0 $8,364,900
2023 $102,673 $9,559,900 $0 $9,559,900
2022 $101,972 $9,372,400 $0 $9,372,400
2021 $100,004 $9,372,400 $0 $9,372,400
2020 $85,701 $8,115,600 $0 $8,115,600
2019 $83,834 $7,953,900 $0 $7,953,900
2018 $78,624 $7,502,300 $0 $7,502,300
2017 $76,379 $7,212,400 $0 $7,212,400
2016 $74,147 $6,740,600 $0 $6,740,600
2015 $59,780 $4,936,400 $0 $4,936,400
2014 $50,299 $3,998,300 $0 $3,998,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tracy Campion

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Tracy Campion

    Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

    (617) 851-3506

    168 in this area

    344 Total Sales

    Tracy Campion
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  • David Mackie

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    David Mackie

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

    (617) 480-6044

    4 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    David Mackie
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71480513

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CBOS-000000-000005-002825-000002

Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston 02116 Back Bay

3 Commonwealth Ave Unit 1, Boston, MA

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