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Apartment Description

Experience true city living in the heart of Back Bay at 12 Commonwealth Ave, in a beautiful brick building just steps away from the Boston Public Garden! Boasting an incredible Back Bay location, this building couldn't be closer to Boston's best... shopping, dining, entertainment and nightlife. Newbury St is just one block over, and Copley Square, Park St, Tremont St and more are within walking distance. There are hundreds of bars, restaurants, and stores to explore without ever having to venture outside your neighborhood. Boston Public Garden, Boston Common, Charles River Esplanade, Boston Public Library and Prudential Center are all within walking distance, and the Arlington T stop is just 2 blocks away, giving you access to the Green Line. The building was constructed in 1928 and sports great architectural character in addition to more modern amenities. You'll enjoy an onsite fitness center, bike storage, an elevator, 24 hour controlled access and concierge. These apartments feature in-unit laundry, hardwood floors, renovated kitchens, dishwashers, and central AC. All apartments feature ultra-modern appliances and updated bathrooms. Cats and small dogs up to 40lbs are welcome, for a small fee. Experience everything Back Bay has to offer, contact us today to tour!

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Amenities

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Interior

  • Elevator

Fitness & Recreation

  • Fitness Center

Living Space

  • Hardwood Floors

Features

  • Washer/Dryer

Pet Policy

Cats and Dogs Allowed

Shopping Centers

Faneuil Hall MarketplaceWalk: 23 min (1.2 mi)
Prudential CenterDrive: 9 min (5.7 mi)
Copley PlaceDrive: 10 min (5.8 mi)

Military

Boston Support CenterWalk: 33 min (1.7 mi)

Transit / Subway

Boylston Street StationWalk: 10 min (0.5 mi)
Arlington StationWalk: 4 min (0.2 mi)
Chinatown StationWalk: 12 min (0.6 mi)
Copley StationWalk: 7 min (0.4 mi)
Back Bay StationWalk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
New England Medical Center StationWalk: 14 min (0.8 mi)
South StationWalk: 21 min (1.1 mi)
North StationWalk: 25 min (1.3 mi)
Ruggles StationWalk: 33 min (1.7 mi)
YawkeyDrive: 8 min (4.7 mi)

Airports

General Edward Lawrence Logan InternationalDrive: 11 min (4.5 mi)

Colleges and Universities Nearby

Emerson CollegeWalk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
Tufts University, BostonWalk: 17 min (0.9 mi)
Suffolk UniversityWalk: 14 min (0.8 mi)
Berklee College of MusicWalk: 18 min (1.0 mi)

Parks and Recreation

Boston Public GardenWalk: 4 min (0.2 mi)
Boston African American National Historic SiteWalk: 14 min (0.7 mi)
Boston National Historical ParkWalk: 20 min (1.1 mi)
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation AreaWalk: 25 min (1.3 mi)
Museum of ScienceWalk: 24 min (1.3 mi)

Ratings

Walker's Paradise

97

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Rider's Paradise

99

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.

Very Bikeable

85

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

This area is very Bikable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Busy

65

Soundscore

Out of 100

Traffic:

Busy

Airport:

Calm

Business:

Busy

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