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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Last Checked: July 9th, 2026 at 4:30am (Source: MLS PIN #73469362)
Garage Parking
Air Conditioning
Waterview
Lead Paint Free
General Information for 3 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Listing ID73469362
Property TypeCondominium
Price13500000 ($3417.72/SqFt)
Building Style2/3 Family
CityBoston
CountySuffolk
MLS AreaBack Bay
Neighborhood(s)
Total Parking4 (2 Garage)
Unit Level1
Levels in Unit2
Year Built1861
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsApproximate
Building Construction Status
Zoning0102
Unit Features for 3 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Approximate Living Area Total3950
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Rooms7
Bedrooms3
Primary En Suite BathroomYes
BasementFull
Cooling1, Split
LaundryArchway
Fireplaces
Outdoor SpaceNo
Flooring
Electric
Appliances
Condo Association Features for 3 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Pet PolicyAllowed
Building Management
Building Construction Status
Number of Units5
Year Built1861
Year Built DetailsApproximate
Year Built SourcePublic Records
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Parking Features
Building AmenitiesBeach Rights
Disclosures for 3 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Lead PaintNone
UFFI
Living Area Includes BasementNo
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourcePublic Records
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsNo
Compensation Based On
Documents Available
Financial Information for 3 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Association Fee
Optional Fee0
Association Fee IncludesLandscaping
Optional Fee Includes
Association Fee FrequencyMonthly
Assessed Value$8,814,400
Real Estate Tax110336
Tax Year2026
Location Information for 3 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Neighborhood(s)
MLS AreaBack Bay
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 3 Commonwealth Avenue # 1, Boston MA 02116
Agent
Name: Tracy Campion
Office
Name: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate