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    • $4,995,000

    2 Commonwealth Ave APT 8G, Boston, MA 02116

    3beds
    2,467sqft
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    $41,599/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1982
    -- sqft lot
    $4,696,000 Zestimate®
    $2,025/sqft
    $6,817/mo HOA

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    At the sought-after Carlton House on Commonwealth Avenue by the Public Garden, this sizeable duplex residence epitomizes effortless living at a prime Back Bay address adjoining The Newbury, Newbury Street’s acclaimed luxury hotel. Overlooking the magnificent tree-lined boulevard with the Public Garden as a backdrop and sweeping cityscapes all around, this comfortable residence is laid out like a private home and has 3 bedrooms, 3½ baths, an office, excellent storage, and a valet-attended garage space. A versatile living/dining room is featured along with a family/dining room where a floor-to-ceiling glassed bay showcases the wide-open vista. Privately placed on the upper level, the bedrooms feature a spacious primary suite with wardrobe room. Amidst the beauty of Boston’s Emerald Necklace parklands, The Carlton House offers elegant common spaces, 24-hour concierge and valet parking, direct access to the hotel, room service, and close proximity to Back Bay’s finest shopping and dining.
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    Listed by:

    George Ballantyne 617-899-7045,

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-375-6900

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73572522

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 224
      • Dimensions: 16 x 14
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 160
      • Dimensions: 16 x 10
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 176
      • Dimensions: 16 x 11
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Yes
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 110
      • Dimensions: 10 x 11
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 60
      • Dimensions: 6 x 10
      Bathroom 3
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 66
      • Dimensions: 6 x 11
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: First
      • Area: 300
      • Dimensions: 20 x 15
      Kitchen
      • Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: First
      • Area: 150
      • Dimensions: 10 x 15
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: First
      • Area: 540
      • Dimensions: 30 x 18
      Office
      • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
      • Level: First
      • Area: 121
      • Dimensions: 11 x 11
      Heating
      • Central, Hydro Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer/Dryer, Range Hood
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
      Features
      • Closet, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - Half, Entrance Foyer, Bathroom, Home Office, Entry Hall
      • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: Corner
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,467
      • Total interior livable area: 2,467 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,467

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Under
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3358411
      • Zoning: R

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Roof: Rubber
      Condition
      • Year built: 1982

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
      • Security: Doorman, Concierge
      HOA
      • Amenities included: Elevator(s), Parking
      • Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
      • HOA fee: $6,817 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Boston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $2,025/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $5,130,000
      • Annual tax amount: $59,405
      • Date on market: 9/7/2026
      • Listing terms: Contract

        Estimated market value

        $4,696,000

        $4.46M - $4.93M

        Not available

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/7/2026Listed for sale$4,995,000-9.2%$2,025/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73572522 Report a problem
        12/22/2025Listing removed$5,500,000+10.1%$2,229/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73379027 Report a problem
        8/19/2025Listing removed$15,500$6/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73379048 Report a problem
        5/22/2025Listed for rent$15,500+11.1%$6/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73379048 Report a problem
        6/24/2024Listing removed--
        Source: MLS PIN #73191945 Report a problem
        5/3/2024Price change$4,995,000-9.2%$2,025/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73145323 Report a problem
        1/31/2024Price change$13,950-2.1%$6/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73191945 Report a problem
        1/9/2024Listed for rent$14,250$6/sqft
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        1/9/2024Listing removed--
        Source: MLS PIN #73123813 Report a problem
        11/18/2023Price change$14,250-3.4%$6/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73123813 Report a problem
        11/18/2023Price change$5,500,000-4.3%$2,229/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73145323 Report a problem
        9/14/2023Price change$5,750,000-5.7%$2,331/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73145323 Report a problem
        8/7/2023Listed for sale$6,100,000$2,473/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73145323 Report a problem
        8/3/2023Price change$14,750-7.8%$6/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73123813 Report a problem
        6/12/2023Listed for rent$16,000+28%$6/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73123813 Report a problem
        8/24/2021Listing removed--
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        5/4/2021Listed for rent$12,500$5/sqft
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        1/29/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Local MLS Report a problem
        8/4/2020Price change$12,500-7.4%$5/sqft
        Source: Compass #72641697 Report a problem
        4/7/2020Listed for rent$13,500$5/sqft
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        2/23/2020Listing removed$13,500$5/sqft
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        7/28/2019Listed for rent$13,500+3.8%$5/sqft
        Source: Compass #72541016 Report a problem
        2/28/2019Listing removed$13,000$5/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston-Back Bay #72417013 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$59,405 +60.2%$5,130,000 +50.8%
        2024$37,074 +3.6%$3,401,300 +2%
        2023$35,800 -0.3%$3,333,300 +1%
        2022$35,914 +4%$3,300,900 +2%
        2021$34,530 -7.4%$3,236,200 -8.4%
        2020$37,308 +3.2%$3,533,000 +3%
        2019$36,145 +0.6%$3,429,300
        2018$35,939 +316.1%$3,429,300 +5%
        2017$8,636 -75%$3,266,000 +4%
        2016$34,544 +8.2%$3,140,400 +19.1%
        2015$31,930 +8.6%$2,636,700 +12.8%
        2014$29,394 +2.4%$2,336,600 +7%
        2013$28,694 -2.9%$2,183,700 -3.6%
        2012$29,545 +2%$2,265,700
        2011$28,978 +7.7%$2,265,700
        2010$26,917 -7.2%$2,265,700 -17%
        2009$29,019 -3.1%$2,729,900
        2008$29,947 +3.7%$2,729,900 +3.9%
        2007$28,888 $2,628,600
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