2 Commonwealth Ave # 12B, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$5,495,000
Est. $36,666/month
About this home
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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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Apr 27, 2026
$5,495,000
Original listing
Agent: David Mackie
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/27/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $5,495,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $51,506 | $4,447,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$51,506
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$4,388
Monthly
Assessed Value
$4,447,800
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1982
Living Area
1,588 sq ft
Lot Size
0.04 acres
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$51,506
Assessed Value
$4,447,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$4,388 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Elevator(s), Fitness Center
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["High-Rise"]
Unit/Building
12B
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1982
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,588 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
1
Entry Level
12
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,588 sq ft above grade
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Doorman, Concierge
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1982
Structure Type:
High-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Heat Pump
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Under
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Park Street School
0.2 mi
Grades K-07
The Learning Project
0.3 mi
Grades K-06
Advent School
0.4 mi
Grades K-06
Kingsley Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
D
Melvin H. King South End Academy
0.6 mi
|
#24 of 25
|
Score: 20.2
Improved 363 spots from last year
-38.1 below state avg
125 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
F
Blackstone Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#809 of 824
|
Score: 26.3
Improved 12 spots from last year
-31.9 below state avg
582 students
Moderate
Grades PK-06
C
Hurley K-8 School
1.0 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
-22.4 below state avg
335 students
Moderate
Grades PK-08
St. John Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Eliot K-8 Innovation School
1.3 mi
|
#48 of 352
|
Score: 57.2
Improved 2 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
784 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Kids Are People School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-12
Middle Schools
10 schools
Middle School Academy
1.7 mi
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
2.4 mi
|
#349 of 352
|
Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students
Diverse
Grades 03-08
Nativity Prep School
2.7 mi
Grades 05-08
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
2.9 mi
|
#4 of 16
|
Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.2 mi
Mother Caroline Academy
3.2 mi
Grades 05-08
Epiphany School
4.2 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
7.5 mi
|
#265 of 352
|
Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
UP Academy
1.7 mi
Edwards Middle
1.8 mi
High Schools
10 schools
Newman School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
C
Quincy Upper School
0.6 mi
|
#268 of 346
|
Score: 44.6
Improved 4 spots from last year
-13.6 below state avg
557 students
Very Diverse
12 sports
• 208 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-12
Cathedral High School
0.8 mi
9 sports
• 430 athletes
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
1.8 mi
|
#90 of 346
|
Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.9 mi
|
#19 of 346
|
Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students
Very Diverse
18 sports
• 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
1.9 mi
|
#13 of 25
|
Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students
Diverse
10 sports
• 242 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Charlestown High School
2.0 mi
|
#322 of 346
|
Score: 31.0
Improved 49 spots from last year
-27.2 below state avg
754 students
Diverse
11 sports
• 488 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin Academy
2.6 mi
|
#2 of 25
|
Score: 63.9
Improved 214 spots from last year
+5.7 above state avg
1,693 students
Very Diverse
17 sports
• 1,298 athletes
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
C-
East Boston High School
2.7 mi
|
#305 of 346
|
Score: 37.3
Improved 31 spots from last year
-20.9 below state avg
1,252 students
Less Diverse
14 sports
• 584 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
C
Ruth Batson Academy
2.8 mi
|
#19 of 25
|
Score: 27.6
Improved 346 spots from last year
-30.6 below state avg
604 students
Diverse
8 sports
• 128 athletes
Early College Program
Rising School
Grades 07-12
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Back Bay
2 Commonwealth Ave # 12B, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116
Listing Information
Listing Agent
David Mackie
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone
617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID
BB809726
Office MLS ID
AN6192
Listing Data Updated
May 1, 2026 1:54 PM EDT
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