3 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

3,950 Sq. Ft.
$3,668 / Sq. Ft.
3,950
Sq. Ft.
$3,668
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Tracy Campion • Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Property Details for 3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1

Town
Boston
MLS Area
Back Bay
Area
MA-Boston-Back Bay, MA-Boston
Style
Brownstone
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 01/20/2026 03:06 AM

Property Details for 3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1

StatusActive
MLS #73469362
Days on Market12
Taxes$110,336 / year
HOA Fees$2,982 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1861
CountySuffolk County

Location

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Building Information for 3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1

Building/Complex3 Commonwealth AveFloor1Stories2Residences5Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1861

Payment Calculator

$82,798 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$70,622

Property Taxes

$9,195

HOA Dues

$2,982

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Property Information for 3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 3950.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 5
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 3346235
  • Assessments: $8,814,400
  • Book: 60806
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: 0102
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 1
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73469362

$14,490,000—
Jul 11, 2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73353524

$15,000,000—
Apr 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73353524

$15,000,000—
May 1, 2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71480513

$6,500,000—
Apr 26, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #352649991

$6,500,000

+2.4% / yr

Mar 17, 2013

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71480513

—
Mar 17, 2013

Contingent

MLS PIN #71480513

—
Feb 7, 2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71480513

$7,995,000—
Jan 8, 2006

Expired

MLS PIN #70171343

$9,000,000—
Apr 11, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70171343

$9,000,000—
Oct 29, 1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100076430

$4,725,000

+37.7% / yr

Jun 24, 1997

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100080483

$2,230,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73469362

$14,490,000
07/11/2025

Canceled

MLS PIN #73353524

$15,000,000
04/02/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73353524

$15,000,000
05/01/2013

Sold

MLS PIN #71480513

$6,500,000
04/26/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #352649991

$6,500,000

+2.4% / yr

03/17/2013

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #71480513

—
03/17/2013

Contingent

MLS PIN #71480513

—
02/07/2013

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71480513

$7,995,000
01/08/2006

Expired

MLS PIN #70171343

$9,000,000
04/11/2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70171343

$9,000,000
10/29/1999

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100076430

$4,725,000

+37.7% / yr

06/24/1997

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #100080483

$2,230,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$8,637,000Total-
Tax Record2025$100,016 ($8,335 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,950 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,950 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,950 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1899Year Renovated2012ZoningCDCountySUFFOLKAPNCBOS W:05 P:02825 S:002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1

This home is within Boston Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 2 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Quincy Upper School
Public6 to 12

Snowden Int'L High School
Public9 to 12

Mel H King Elementary
Public2 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1 is a condo for sale in Boston, MA 02116. This property was listed for sale on January 16, 2026 by Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate, it's currently listed at $14,490,000. It has been on the market for a total of 12 days and was last sold on May 1, 2013. This listing's school district is Boston Public Schools. Nearby schools include Josiah Quincy Elementary School, Quincy Upper School and Snowden Int'L High School. 3 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 1 is a 3-bed, 5-bath, 3,950 sqft condo built in 1861.

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Listing Courtesy of Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate, Tracy Campion

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