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With Southern light pouring through four oversized living room windows on prestigious Commonwealth Avenue, this is the epitome of Back Bay living. This elegant, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is located on the third floor of a boutique, downtown brownstone. The elevator brings residents from the entry floor right to your unit door, making grocery delivery or moving luggage easy. The living space is remarkable with two pairs of curved glass window panes and a width of nearly 26 feet, which allows for multiple seating areas and generous dining space. The ornate crown moldings and mantle details give this home such a classic personality. The eleven foot ceiling heights amplify the feeling of historic charm with modern conveniences. The kitchen is located adjacent to the dining space and offers stainless appliances, custom cabinets and excellent storage. The primary bedroom is grand and has a rear, oriel window, a fireplace and two very large closets. The second bedroom offers residents a space for a Double-sized murphy bed as well as a large built-in desk / office. This magnificent home is complete with washer/dryer, extra storage on the first floor and central air. Come and experience quintessential Back Bay living in this highly sought-after location and move in before the holiday lights are turned along the Mall.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms2
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Bathroom2
  • Parcel Number W:05 P:03372 S:006,3350838
  • Unit Number3

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $1,256,200
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$15,577

Parking

  • Parking Spaces

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 2
  • Full Bath2

Basic Information

  • List Price$1,895,000
  • MLS Number73587035
  • Modification Date10/06/2026
  • Property SubTypeCondominium

Location

  • NeighborhoodBack Bay
  • SubdivisionBack Bay
  • Address197 Commonwealth Avenue
  • Building Number197
  • CountySuffolk
  • StateMA
  • StreetCommonwealth Avenue
  • TownBoston
  • Zip02116

Building

  • BasementN
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Common Walls 2+ Common Walls
  • Entry Level 3
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplaces Total 3
  • Rooms4
  • Stories1
  • Year Built1900
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage0.03
  • Entry Location Unit Placement(Upper)

Interior

  • Flooring Hardwood
  • Interior Features Elevator

Exterior

  • RoofSlate, Rubber

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Forced Air
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,175
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 1,175
  • Lot Size Square Feet 1,175
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Structure Type Brownstone

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Conservation Area
    • Highway Access
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Private School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • T-Station
    • University
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedRange, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Association Amenities Elevator(s)
  • Other AmenitiesFireplace
  • Security Features Intercom

Other

  • Association Fee $936
  • Association Fee Frequency Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Trash
  • Date Listed10/06/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count1

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Listed by Paul Whaley/Charlie Ring Team of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

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