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2 Commonwealth Avenue # 4, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116 • Back Bay
$8,400,000
Est. $49,655/month
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,517
Sq Ft
$3,337
Price/Sq Ft
1982
Year Built
Condominium
Type
189
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 9, 2015 • MLS# 71814206 Copied!

About this home

Unbelievable Penthouse opportunity at The Carlton House in Back Bay. Available for the first time, this premier corner residence boasts an expansive 1,500 +/-wraparound private terrace and two floors of living space with oversized picture windows that frame stunning Back Bay, Charles River and Boston Common Views. Features include a gracious foyer with sweeping staircase, sun-filled entertaining rooms and corner master bedroom with spacious closet and en-suite bath. Available to residents are a complete array of exclusive services including 24 hour concierge, Taj Hotel services and 2 deeded valet garage parking.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SAUNDERS DONALD L
Mailing Address 20 PARK PLZ #700, BOSTON, MA, 02116

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style High Rise

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,996,100
Tax Rate $10.29 per $1,000
Base Tax $20,540
CPA Surcharge 1% ($195)
Estimated Annual Tax $20,735

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2023 $0 $1,457,100 $1,457,100 —

Municipal Context: BOSTON

Median Home Value $745,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $4,523
Residential Tax Rate $10.29/1000
CPA Surcharge 1%
County Suffolk
Match: geocode_proximity (79.5% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1982
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,517 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
17

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $12,500,000
Final Sale Price: $8,400,000
Difference: $4,100,000 (-32.8%)
Performance Metrics
67.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
189
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $4,966
Sale $/sq ft: $3,337
This property sold for $3,337 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 32.8% below the original asking price.

At 189 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$3,337/sq ft
Area Average
$700/sq ft
Difference
+376.4%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1982
Living Area 2,517 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Under
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $36,738
Assessed Value $3,033,700

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Doorman, Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1982
Structure Type: High-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Under

Location

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Neighborhood

Back Bay

2 Commonwealth Avenue # 4, Boston MA 02116

Boston, MA 02116

Walkability

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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
E

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
0.9 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
M

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
H

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
0.9 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
1.9 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
1.9 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
2.7 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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Property History

Market Insights

56.9%
Price Range
190
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73505454
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Currently Listed
Apr 22, 2026
$19,500,000
MLS #73505454 - Active
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Sold
Dec 23, 2015
$8,400,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 190
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Listed for Sale
Apr 9, 2015
$9,500,000
Original listing
Agent: Tracy Campion Office: Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 26, 2026 Sold $19,500,000 —
Apr 9, 2015 New Listing Added $9,500,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
189 days
Price per Sq Ft
$3,337

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2015 $36,738 $3,033,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$36,738
Tax Year 2015
HOA Fee
$3,919
Monthly
Assessed Value
$3,033,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Tracy Campion
Listing Office Campion & Company Fine Homes Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB904054
Office MLS ID BB5984
Listing Data Updated Dec 24, 2015 2:14 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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