Boston, MA 02116 197 Commonwealth Ave # 7
$1,888,800



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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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Interior Features for 197 Commonwealth Ave # 7
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms3
Bathrooms
Half Baths0
Total Baths2
Other Interior Features
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
BasementY
Fireplace Y/NYes
Heating Y/NYes
Laundry FeaturesIn Unit
Total Fireplaces2
Total Stories3
Other Rooms
Entry Level3
General for 197 Commonwealth Ave # 7
AccessibilityNo
Assoc Fee Paid PerMonthly
Association AmenitiesElevator(s)
Association Fee IncludesWater, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
Certified TreatedUnknown
CityBoston
Community FeaturesPublic Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Construction MaterialsBrick
CoolingCentral Air
CountySuffolk
DirectionsCorner of Commonwealth Ave & Exeter Street
DisclosuresBeing sold as is, with no Condo Doc changes. Master Deed (Recorded 1980) states #7 is 968 SF. Measured by Architect. Exterior walls = 1790 SF. & Interior walls = 1530 SF. There are also additional exc
Entry LocationUnit Placement(Courtyard, Garden)
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces
Garage Y/NNo
HOA Fee$537
HeatingCentral
Home Warranty Y/NNo
Lot Size UnitsAcres
MLS AreaBack Bay
Number Of Units Total7
Patio/Porch FeaturesPatio
Pets AllowedNo
Property SubtypeCondominium
Property TypeResidential
RoofSlate
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Structure TypeTownhouse
Tax Annual Amount13785
Tax Assessed Value1190400
Tax Year2025
Total Rooms6
Unit Number7
Utilitiesfor Electric Range
Year Built1881
Year Built DetailsActual, Approximate
Year Built SourcePublic Records
ZoningRES
Exterior for 197 Commonwealth Ave # 7
Building Area Total1790
Covered Spaces
Exterior AmenitiesPatio, Garden
SpaNo
Total Parking0
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo
Additional Details
Price History
Deborah Brown
Associate Broker