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12 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116

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12 Commonwealth

12 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02116
(781) 381-4099
12 Commonwealth in Boston, MA - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $3,650-$4,400Total Monthly Price
  • 330–743Square Feet

About 12 Commonwealth

?12 Commonwealth Avenue is a historic building in central Boston, near the Public Garden, Charles River Esplanade, and Newbury Street. Designed by George Nelson and built in 1928, it features unique architectural details.The property is managed by Akelius Real Estate Management LLC, a reputable property management company with verified listings on Rent Cafe.For more details, contact our leasing staff at or use the online contact form and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

12 Commonwealth is located in the Back Bay Neighborhood and 02116 Zip code of Boston, MA. This community is professionally managed by Akelius Real Estate Management Ltd. (US)

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

12 Commonwealth offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $3,650 and having 330–743 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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  • Studio

    Studio

    $3,650

    Studio, 1 Bath, 330 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price
    Available Apr 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,650 April 1, 2026802330
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Unit 802 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $3,650Total Monthly Price
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,650Total Monthly Price
  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom One Bathroom

    From $4,095

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 700-743 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price
    Available Apr 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotosView Details
    $4,095 April 1, 2026202700
    $4,400 April 1, 2026605700
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Model Lease Information

    Model Price Range

    • $4,095 - $4,400Total Monthly Price

    Unit 202 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $4,095Total Monthly Price
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $4,095 - $4,400Total Monthly Price

    Unit 605 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $4,400Total Monthly Price
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $4,095 - $4,400Total Monthly Price
Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$0

Other Fees

Pet Fees

Cat

Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$50/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

2 pets max, restrictions apply.

Dog

Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$100/mo
40 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

2 pets max, restrictions apply.

Parking Info and Fees

Other

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Bike Racks
  • Electronic Thermostat

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Concierge
  • Public Transportation

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Gated

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Interior Features

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher

Living Area Features

  • Office
  • Hardwood Floors
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12 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116

Hours and Contact Info

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Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions about 12 Commonwealth

Where is 12 Commonwealth located?

12 Commonwealth is located at 12 Commonwealth Ave near the Back Bay area of Boston, MA

What is the current rent range at 12 Commonwealth?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at 12 Commonwealth currently range from $3,650 to $4,400

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for 12 Commonwealth are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The 12 Commonwealth Apartments are 37.6% more expensive than the average apartment in the Back Bay area, and 40.65% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Back Bay Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price Here*Neighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$3,650$2,472+$1,17847.7%
    1 Bedroom$4,095$3,211+$88427.5%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Rent Comparison to the city of Boston

    FloorplanLowest Price Here*City Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$3,650$2,535+$1,11544.0%
    1 Bedroom$4,095$2,982+$1,11337.3%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Methodology: On 02/24/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1900 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 12 Commonwealth (Back Bay), and 10222 other apartment communities in Boston using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 02/24/2026

    * Price shown is Total Monthly Price including fees
  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Nearby Schools

Josiah Quincy Elementary School

Boston Public Schools
885 Washington Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (719 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
7/10

Snowden Int'L High School

Boston Public Schools
150 Newbury Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (435 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
2/10

Quincy Upper School

Boston Public Schools
152 Arlington Street
Public School - Grades 6-12 (575 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
3/10

Carter School

Boston Public Schools
270 Columbia Road
Public School - Grades 7-12 (50 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away

Dante Alighieri

Boston Public Schools
37 Gove Street
Public School - Grades PK-6 (100 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.2 miles away
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 12 Commonwealth.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Commonwealth Avenue Mall

1 Commonwealth Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

Boston Public Library

700 Boylston St.
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Skywalk Observatory

800 Boylston Street
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Macy's

1 Summer St
1 minute drive / 0.59 miles away

Walgreens

841 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

Petco

119 1st St
3 minute drive / 1.28 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Emerson College

120 Boylston Street
1 minute drive / 0.26 miles away

Tufts University - Boston Campus

274 Tremont Street
1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

Suffolk University

8 Ashburton Place
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

Groceries

Star Market

53 Huntington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away

Trader Joe's

748 Memorial Dr
4 minute drive / 2.33 miles away

Whole Foods

340 River St
5 minute drive / 2.37 miles away

Hospitals

Tufts Medical Center

800 Washington Street
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away

Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit Street
2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary

243 Charles Street
2 minute drive / 0.89 miles away

Military Bases

Boston Support Center

4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Freedom Trail

148 Tremont Street
1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away

The Freedom Trail

99 Chauncy Street, suite 401
1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away

The Boston Public Garden

87 Mount Vernon Street
1 minute drive / 0.58 miles away

12 Commonwealth has 5 parks within 0.9 miles, including Freedom Trail, The Freedom Trail, The Boston Public Garden, Boston Common, and New England Holocaust Museum.

Restaurants and Dining

Sibling Rivalry

525 Tremont St.
1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away

Atlantic Fish Company

761 Boylston Street
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

Legal Sea Foods

255 State Street
3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away

Shopping Centers

Copley Place

100 Huntington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Mings Super Market

1102-1130 Washington St
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Prudential Center

800 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

12 Commonwealth has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Transit Stations

Arlington Station-Green Line - B

25 Arlington St
1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away

Arlington Station-Green Line - C

25 Arlington St
1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away

Arlington Station-Green Line - D

25 Arlington St
1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage PriceCheapest PriceHighest Price
Boston Studio Apartments $2,535$868$10,000+
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,982$845$10,000+
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,647$1,150$10,000+
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,287$890$10,000+
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments $5,251$900$10,000+
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments $6,504$975$10,000+
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments $8,503$1,500$10,000+

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