2 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA 02116
Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$17,000,000
$15,500,000
Est. $100,348/month
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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%)
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
Previously Sold
Aug 15, 2025
$11,000,000
MLS #73384481
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $15,500,000 | $1,500,000 | - | From $17,000,000 to $15,500,000 (-8.8%) |
| 01/09/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $17,000,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 08/15/2025 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $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
Parking
Garage Spaces
3
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Under
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
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
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
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
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,870 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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
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:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
3
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Attached, 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
0.3 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
1.1 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
1.8 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
1.8 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
1.8 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
2.9 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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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
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