2 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$17,000,000
$15,500,000
Est. $100,348/month
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,870
Sq Ft
$4,005
Price/Sq Ft
1982
Year Built
3
Garage Spaces
226
Days on Market
For Sale Price Drop -$1,500,000 Listed Jan 9, 2026 • MLS# 73467086 Copied! • Updated Aug 21, 2026

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About this home

Rare, front-facing corner residence on the 11th floor of The Carlton House in Back Bay, Boston’s premier full service building located directly above the Public Garden and connected to the Newbury Hotel. This 3-bed, 3.5 bath home offers 3,870 SQFT of living space with oversized, picture windows that frame breathtaking Back Bay views from every room. The entire residence just underwent a complete renovation by renowned builder Payne Bouchier and architect Steve Hart. Outstanding features include a gracious entry foyer, spectacular front-facing entertaining rooms, elegant custom built-ins, gourmet eat-in kitchen, ample closets, and a luxurious primary suite complete with a marble bath, expansive walk-in closets and dazzling views. Available to residents are a complete array of exclusive services including 24 hour concierge, valet parking, elegantly appointed common areas and Newbury Hotel services. Complete with 3 garage parking spaces, this residence is among the finest in the city.

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
35.3%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Aug 17, 2026
$15,500,000 $1,500,000 (-8.82%)
From $17,000,000 to $15,500,000 (-8.8%)
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Listed for Sale
Jan 9, 2026
$17,000,000
Original listing
Agent: Tracy Campion Office: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Previous Transaction - MLS #73384481
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 15, 2025
$11,000,000
MLS #73384481

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $137,509 $10,982,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$137,509
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$10,312
Monthly
Assessed Value
$10,982,600

Facts & Features

3 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1982
Living Area 3,870 sq ft
Stories 1
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 14

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 3
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under
Total Spaces 3
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $137,509
Assessed Value $10,982,600

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $10,312 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Elevator(s), Parking
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 11BCD
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Suffolk
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 224 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1982
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,870 sq ft
Total Rooms
14
Stories
1
Entry Level
11

Floor Layout

Interior Features

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Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1982
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

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Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Attached, Under
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
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
Park Street School
0.2 mi
Grades K-07
The Learning Project
0.3 mi
Grades K-06
Advent School
0.3 mi
Grades K-06
H

High Schools

3 schools
Commonwealth School
0.3 mi
Grades 09-12
Snowden International
0.4 mi
C-
Snowden International High School
0.4 mi | #301 of 346 | Score: 37.9
Improved 55 spots from last year
-20.3 below state avg
421 students Diverse
7 sports • 78 athletes
Rising School
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

Back Bay

2 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Listing Information

Listing Agent Tracy Campion
Listing Office Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Office Phone 617-236-0711
Agent MLS ID BB904054
Office MLS ID BB5984
Listing Data Updated Aug 21, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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