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Published on February 14, 2024
European Styled Luxury Condo in Boston's Back Bay Lists for Over $7 MillionSource: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty/Beth Dickerson

A slice of luxury in Boston's Back Bay just hit the market, and it comes with a price tag of over $7 million. This isn't your average condo — it's a sprawling 4,600-square-foot, four-bedroom palazzo with touches that might make you feel you've transported to a European villa, minus the villa.

The "ultra-luxurious" residence sits within the Bradley Mansion, a building that boasts only 11 such homes. The mansion features a lobby capped with a grand staircase designed by the storied firm Peabody and Stearns. According to Boston.com, the living spaces include mahogany panels, stained glass, and even a ceiling shimmering with gold leaf straight out of an aristocrat's fantasy.

Doormen greet residents between 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., adding an extra layer of prestige and, security to the opulent dwellings. As Gibson Sotheby's International Realty describes, the home is "lovingly restored and updated," merging the grandeur of the 19th century with the conveniences modern elites crave.

Among the modern perks, the kitchen is less a kitchen, more a culinary haven with two Sub-Zero fridges, dual dishwashers, and sleek marble countertops. There's even an infrared sauna to sweat out the stress of perhaps, deciding which vehicle to drive from one of the three heated garage spaces that come with the home. Beth Dickerson of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty described the home's oval living room as the "jewel of the property," a space bathed in the warm glow of mahogany and illuminated by a crystal chandelier.

The lower level shows no lack of luster, where a family room leads to a bluestone patio outfitted with a built-in fireplace and grill. A terraced deck also takes advantage of the bluestone, continuing the theme of luxury inside and out. As if these amenities weren't enough to entice Boston's well-heeled buyer, the Back Bay location likely seals the deal. After all, it's a neighborhood where parking spots can fetch up to $750,000, yet this residence includes a triad of spaces for the auto inclined.

It seems the new owner of Unit B at 409 Commonwealth Ave. will enjoy a life of opulence with historic charm, all situated in the heart of one of Boston's most coveted neighborhoods.

Boston-Real Estate & Development