For sale

$5,495,000

2 Commonwealth Ave APT 12B, Boston, MA 02116

2beds

1,588sqft

$40,065/mo

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Condominium

Built in 1982

-- sqft lot

$5,099,800 Zestimate^®

$3,460/sqft

$4,388/mo HOA

What's special

Large primary bedroom suiteBeautifully refinished hardwood floorsGreat den and study

L'Entree du Jardin! Stunning unit at The Carlton House with 100% frontage overlooking The Boston Public Garden, offering the most special and intimate views of the city. This "B" units is one the best in the building. Brand new renovations and beautifully furnished, this sophisticated property shows extremely well. There is a large Primary Bedroom Suite with an amazing sitting area overlooking the Garden and beyond. The second bedroom is almost equally as large and makes for a great den and study too. Beautifully refinished hardwood floors and an abundance of closets and storage throughout. Eastward facing, each room is splashed with morning light. This home offers either full time living, Seasonal residency or an amazing in-town place. Enjoy Hotel services from the Newbury Hotel including Room Service, Fitness Center and Dining options: Contessa and Street Bar. 24/7 concierge and Valet parking.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Heating

Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal
Laundry: In Unit

Features

Flooring: Wood
Has basement: No
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,588
Total interior livable area: 1,588 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,588

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Under
Attached garage spaces: 1

Features

Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)

Lot

Size: 1,588 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: W:05 P:01226 S:100,3358362
Zoning: CD

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Property subtype: Condominium
Attached to another structure: Yes

Condition

Year built: 1982

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, T-Station, University
Security: Doorman, Concierge

HOA

Amenities included: Elevator(s), Fitness Center
Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Trash
HOA fee: $4,388 monthly

Location

Region: Boston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $3,460/sqft
Tax assessed value: $4,447,800
Annual tax amount: $51,506
Date on market: 4/27/2026

Estimated market value

$5,099,800

$4.84M - $5.35M

$6,050/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
4/27/2026	Listed for sale	$5,495,000-8.3%$3,460/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73507816 Report a problem
7/28/2025	Listing removed	$5,995,000$3,775/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73335308 Report a problem
6/3/2025	Price change	$5,995,000-6.3%$3,775/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73335308 Report a problem
2/14/2025	Listed for sale	$6,395,000+481.4%$4,027/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73335308 Report a problem
7/25/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: MLS PIN #73107922 Report a problem
5/5/2023	Listed for rent	$11,900+3.5%$7/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73107922 Report a problem
3/27/2019	Listing removed	$11,500$7/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72454707 Report a problem
2/19/2019	Listed for rent	$11,500+7%$7/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72454707 Report a problem
4/14/2018	Listing removed	$10,750$7/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Comm Ave #72269119 Report a problem
1/9/2018	Listed for rent	$10,750$7/sqft
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage-Boston-Commonwealth Avenue #72269119 Report a problem
8/12/1988	Sold	$1,100,000$693/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$51,506 +64.1%	$4,447,800 +54.4%
2024	$31,395 +3.6%	$2,880,300 +2%
2023	$30,316 -0.3%	$2,822,700 +1%
2022	$30,413 +4%	$2,795,300 +2%
2021	$29,241 +9.8%	$2,740,500 +8.7%
2020	$26,623 +3.2%	$2,521,100 +3%
2019	$25,792 +0.6%	$2,447,100
2018	$25,646 +316.1%	$2,447,100 +5%
2017	$6,163 -75%	$2,330,600 +4%
2016	$24,651 +5.4%	$2,241,000 +16.1%
2015	$23,382 +25.9%	$1,930,800 +30.7%
2014	$18,578 +2.4%	$1,476,800 +7%
2013	$18,136 +5.7%	$1,380,200 +4.9%
2012	$17,150 +2%	$1,315,200
2011	$16,821 +7.7%	$1,315,200
2010	$15,625 -17.2%	$1,315,200 -25.9%
2009	$18,873 -3.1%	$1,775,400
2008	$19,476 +3.7%	$1,775,400 +3.9%
2007	$18,786	$1,709,400