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.
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| Year | Land | Building | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | $0 | $674,000 | $674,000 | — |
| Date | Price | Book/Page |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2, 2020 | $9 | 99999/999 |
| Sep 12, 2013 | $5,750,000 | 52103/110 |
| Jan 2, 2013 | $9 | 99999/999 |
| Jan 29, 1999 | $5,265,000 | 23391/295 |
| Jan 29, 1999 | $715,000 | 23391/291 |
| Jan 29, 1999 | $520,000 | 23391/287 |
| Issued | Type / Work | Status | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2023 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1493394
|
Closed | $3,000 |
| Apr 13, 2023 |
Long Form/Alteration Permit
EXTREN
Renovations - Exterior
Permit #ALT1409461
|
Closed | $88,000 |
| Sep 8, 2022 |
Short Form Bldg Permit
EXTREN
Renovations - Exterior
Permit #SF1385344
|
Closed | $65,000 |
| Dec 13, 2021 |
Gas Permit
GAS
Gas
Permit #G1277043
|
Closed | $20,000 |
Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.
| Field | Assessor | MLS | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year built | 1,899 | 1,861 | ✗ |
Back Bay
3 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $13,500,000 | $990,000 | - | From $14,490,000 to $13,500,000 (-6.8%) |
| 01/16/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $14,490,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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