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(781) 381-4099
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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
  • $3,300-$4,500 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $3,300 - $4,500

    Total Monthly Price
    $3,300 - $4,500
  • 315–743 Square 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.

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:30 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday9:30 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday9:30 am–4:30 pm
Thursday9:30 am–4:30 pm
Friday9:30 am–4:30 pm
Saturday9:30 am–4:30 pm
Sunday9:30 am–4:30 pm

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

12 Commonwealth offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $3,300 and having 315–743 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio

    $3,300

    Studio, 1 Bath, 315 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $3,300

    Total Monthly Price
    $3,300
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtPhotos
    $3,300Available Now708315
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Unit 708 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $3,300Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $3,300
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Model Lease Information

    Price

    • $3,300Total Monthly Price
  • 1 Bedroom

    One Bedroom One Bathroom

    $4,500

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 740-743 sq ft
    Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $4,500

    Total Monthly Price
    $4,500
    Available Sep 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $4,500 September 1, 2026301740
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher

    Unit 301 Lease Information

    Unit Price

    • $4,500Total Monthly Price
      Base Rent: $4,500
      Required Monthly Fees: None

    Model Lease Information

    Price

    • $4,500Total 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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Property Information

  • 57 Units
  • 8 Stories
  • Built in 1928

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.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$0.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

2 pets max, restrictions apply.

Dog
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$100.00/mo
40 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

2 pets max, restrictions apply.

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

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 $3,300 to $4,500

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for 12 Commonwealth are
  • Monday 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Friday 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Saturday 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Sunday 9:30 am–4:30 pm

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 17.05% more expensive than the average apartment in the Back Bay area, and 33.6% 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$3,300$2,851+$44915.7%
    1 Bedroom$4,500$3,801+$69918.4%
    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$3,300$2,695+$60522.4%
    1 Bedroom$4,500$3,107+$1,39344.8%
    Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

    Methodology: On 07/10/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1456 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 12 Commonwealth (Back Bay), and 8715 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 07/10/2026

    * Price shown is Total Monthly Price including fees
  • Transit Friendly 3.4

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

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Nearby Schools

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 Rd
Public School - Grades 6-12 (50 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away

Mel H King Elementary

Boston Public Schools
90 Warren Avenue
Public School - Grades K-12 (80 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
3/10
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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

Petco

119 1st St
3 minute drive / 1.28 miles away

Target

7 Allstate Rd
4 minute drive / 1.47 miles away

Walgreens

330 River St
5 minute drive / 2.38 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 - E

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

Arlington Station-Green Line - C

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 $2,695$1,120$10,000+
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,107$860$10,000+
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,803$900$10,000+
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,138$900$10,000+
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,813$900$10,000+
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments $5,862$1,100$10,000+
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments $7,708$4,000$10,000+

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