• 12 Commonwealth - 12 Commonwealth Apartments

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Rent Specials

Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for leases beginning September 1 or earlier!

Floor Plan Models and Units
Number of BedroomsNumber of BathroomsRent RangeSquare FootageName of Floor PlanUnit NumberAvailabilityNewly AddedView More Details
Beds Baths Rent Sq. Ft. Availability
1 Bathroom $3,250
Plus Fees
315 9/15/25
9/15/25 $3,250
Plus Fees
315Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $4,350
Plus Fees
665 - 743 10/1/25

New

10/1/25 $4,350
Plus Fees
665 - 743Sq. Ft.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Convenient For

  • Undergraduates
  • Graduate Students
  • Faculty/Staff

Expenses

Included Utilities
Utilities
Expense Type Fee
Heat Included
Water/Sewer Included

Apartment Description

Welcome to 12 Commonwealth Avenue, located in the heart of Boston steps away from the Boston Public Garden, the Charles River esplanade, and the shops on Newbury Street. Designed by architect George Nelson and built in 1928, 12 Commonwealth Avenue... offers architectural character that cannot be replicated today.

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.

Office Hours

SundayCLOSED
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
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Contact

Akelius

Amenities

Unit Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors

Community Features

  • Close to Public Transportation
  • Concierge/Front Desk
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Room
  • Full-time Maintenance Staff

Laundry

  • Washer/Dryer in Unit

Unique Features

  • Air Conditioner
  • Bike Racks
  • Electronic Thermostat
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Matterport 3D Tours

  • Fitness Center
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Security

  • Gated Community

Shopping Centers

Faneuil Hall Marketplace <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">23 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.2 mi)</span>
Prudential Center <span class="bold">Drive:</span> <span class="mobile-font">10 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(5.4 mi)</span>
Copley Place <span class="bold">Drive:</span> <span class="mobile-font">10 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(5.6 mi)</span>

Military

Boston Support Center <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">32 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.7 mi)</span>

Transit / Subway

Arlington Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">2 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.1 mi)</span>
Copley Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">7 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.4 mi)</span>
Boylston Street Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">8 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.4 mi)</span>
Back Bay Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">12 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.6 mi)</span>
Chinatown Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">10 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.5 mi)</span>
New England Medical Center Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">12 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.7 mi)</span>
South Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">19 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.0 mi)</span>
North Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">25 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.3 mi)</span>
Ruggles Station <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">34 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.8 mi)</span>
Yawkey <span class="bold">Drive:</span> <span class="mobile-font">8 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(4.4 mi)</span>

Airports

General Edward Lawrence Logan International <span class="bold">Drive:</span> <span class="mobile-font">11 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(4.9 mi)</span>

Colleges and Universities Nearby

Emerson College <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">7 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.4 mi)</span>
Tufts University, Boston <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">15 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.8 mi)</span>
Suffolk University <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">13 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.7 mi)</span>
Berklee College of Music <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">19 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.0 mi)</span>

Parks and Recreation

Boston Public Garden <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">3 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.2 mi)</span>
Boston African American National Historic Site <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">13 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(0.7 mi)</span>
Boston National Historical Park <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">19 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.0 mi)</span>
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">23 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.2 mi)</span>
Museum of Science <span class="bold">Walk:</span> <span class="mobile-font">23 min</span> <span class="mobile-font">(1.2 mi)</span>

Schools

Quincy Upper School
Grades 6-12
Public
3
Out of 10
Snowden Int'L High School
Grades 9-12
Public
2
Out of 10
Park Street School
Grades K-6
Private
NR
Out of 10
Park Street School
Grades K-6
Private
NR
Out of 10
Commonwealth School
Grades 9-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
Cathedral High School
Grades 7-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
6
Out of 10
Advent School
Grades PK-6
Private
NR
Out of 10
Dante Alighieri
Grades PK-6
Public
7
Out of 10
Carter School
Grades 7-12
Public
NR
Out of 10
GreatSchools Rating

Ratings

Walker's Paradise

96

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

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

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Rider's Paradise

99

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

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

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Very Bikeable

84

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

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

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Busy

65

Soundscore â„¢

Out of 100

Traffic:

Busy

Airport:

Calm

Business:

Busy

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