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#73337936, The Biega + Kilgore Team, Listing Office: Compass
$1,888,800 List price
197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 Boston, MA 02116
$10,000
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3 beds
2 full
1,790 sqft
$1,055 / sqft
Condo
Property details
About 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7
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.
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
(New)
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,790 sqft
Year built1881
MLS #73374512
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Exterior: Patio, Garden
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,888,800
- Price/SqFt: $1,055
- HOA Amount: $537
- HOA Frequency: Monthly
- Directions: Corner of Commonwealth Ave & Exeter Street
- Year Built: 1881
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 1,790 SqFt
- MLS Number: 73374512
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Century 21 Cityside
- Office Phone: (617) 262-2600
- Listing Agent: Collin Bray
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Nearby schools
6
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•885 Washington St
3
Blackstone Innovation School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•380 Shawmut Ave
5
Kennedy-Longfellow
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•158 Spring St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $128,448. Most Boston, MA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
7%
<35k
25%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
34%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
70%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
4%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
47%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Music Concerts
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
H&M
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
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Frequently asked questions
About 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7
The listing price of 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 property is $1,888,800.
The property 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 is a condo located in Boston, Massachusetts, 02116.
Active Listing: 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 are: Josiah Quincy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Blackstone Innovation School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kennedy-Longfellow (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Orchard Gardens K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cambridge Street Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Snowden International School At Copley (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), William Mckinley School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Quincy Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
The property at 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 is 1,790 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 is 1881.
This home is located at 197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 7 in Boston, MA and zip code 02116 in the Commonwealth Ave. neighborhood. This 1,790 square foot home was built in 1881. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,888,800.
Boston, MA housing market in April 2025 saw over 136 listings sold above listed price, more than 52 sold at listed price and over 160 sold below. In April 2025 in Boston, MA there were 31.8% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025 median list price was $840,482 and the average listing age was 47 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.