Following multiple price reductions in 2007, the Meads of Commonwealth lowered prices by roughly 3% on several units in mid-February, putting many of the boutique luxury units below the $1,000 per square foot threshold. Click on the below exclusive panoramic photo of the Meads o Commonwealth to get a feel for the grandeur of the development.

Seven units remain at the boutique 13-unit redevelopment, including the grand penthouse listed at $5.5 million. These are stunning residences that we have written about many times before (see Meads of Commonwealth Blog Posts). Given the pricing inconsistencies, these units may have been passed up before, but they are absolutely worth a look if you are in the $2 million +/- property range.

After moving to a new listing brokerage, the Meads of Commonwealth, 13 luxurious and unique units in Back Bay have a renewed push, and some slightly lower prices (i.e. the penthouse unit was dropped from $6.2 million to $5.5 million), the development is our Featured Open House of the week.

9 units remain at the Meads, which was completed in 2007. Residences are priced between $1,875,000 and $5,500,000, and include at least one garage parking space under the development, private and direct elevator access, and many other amenities.

Based on our many Meads of Commonwealth Blog Posts, you can tell we think the units are exquisite, and the amenities are almost unmatched. The Meads combine class and style in units that have excellent flow. Aside from the penthouse unit that has over 2,000 square feet of outdoor space, the other units would be better served by having some of their own, but soaring ceilings and windows to match provide superb light otherwise.

The Open House, located at 413 – 415 Commonwealth Avenue will take place Sunday, September 23, 2007 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Please tell them that Boston Condo Guy sent you, and after you return, drop a comment on this blog post to let everyone know your thoughts on the Meads. If you fall in love and would like to write an Offer, please contact us.

We had the pleasure of stopping in to visit the Meads of Commonwealth condos this evening. We’ve seen a lot of Boston condos, but the Meads really are second to none. The thirteen unique Meads of Commonwealth residences are currently spread across three buildings at 413, 415, and 419 Commonwealth Avenue, range in size from 1,827 to 5,711 square feet, and in price from $1.875 million to $6.2 million.

Some of the striking features of the Back Bay Meads Condos are:

• Stunning ceiling heights in the majority of the units – some units have 12 foot ceiling heights, with the lowest being in the eight to nine foot range
• The sheer expanse of the units – you could literally get lost in some of these units, they just flow from room to room, and amenity to amenity
• Excellent craftsmanship across the board – gleaming hardwoods, tasteful crown molding, and solid one and three quarters inch doors
• High-end finishes – gourmet kitchens with Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances, laundry rooms with Bosch washer and dryers along with custom utility sink, custom closets in the master suites, classy frosted glass on some of the master suite bathroom doors

There has been quite a lot of traffic that has flown through the sales center (Unit 2, the model unit that serves as the sales center headquarters has actually sold, and the new owners will be moving in within the next several weeks). Thus far, three of the thirteen units have sold, and two are currently being negotiated (including the 5,700 square foot $6.2 million penthouse.

The penthouse is overwhelming, a sheer delight to walk through, along with the jaw-dropping 2,000+ square feet of terrace space. The developers continue to entertain and accommodate customizations, and will continue to do so, even with occupancy right around the corner.

The Meads of Commonwealth are a real delight. For current availability and buying information, please contact us.

The condos at 50 Commonwealth Avenue in the Back Bay of Boston are part of a pre-war New York style building. At just over 40 units, the residences at 50 Commonwealth provide an intimate environment that is just steps from the Public Garden.

Currently, there are two condos for sale in the building, unit 204 and unit 403. Both units have very nice finishes, and a large common roof deck that offers great Back Bay views.

50 Commonwealth Unit 204 (offered at $879,000) is 1,210 square feet, has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and one fireplace. This is a corner unit, with upscale appliances, and good attention to detail.

50 Commonwealth Unit 403 (offered at $625,000) is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom 795 square foot condo that offers views of Commonwealth Ave and Berkeley, as well as a newly renovated kitchen.

Price per square foot on these two units, $726 per foot and $786 per foot respectively are in-line (slightly higher average) with two previous units that sold in the building in the past year, especially considering kitchen updates and appliances.

Given that Boston has more millionaires than New York, a developer saw that fact and has built The Meads of Commonwealth Condos, residences that cater to the most demanding buyer.

All 13 of the Meads of Commonwealth Condos are unique in shape and size, but elite craftsmanship and fine finishings were not spared. The Penthouse is truly one of a kind, and the Meads will serve to not only provide an exquisite home to buyers who can afford to purchase a residence, but also to better Boston’s Back Bay as a whole.

The Meads are currently available for purchase and start at $1.8 million for a 7 room, 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Brownstone.