12 Commonwealth
12 Commonwealth Ave,
Boston, MA 02116
$3,250 - $4,400 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 1 Bed
Back Bay East
Boston, MA
Back Bay East - Boston, MA Area Guide
The outdoors, fashion, and history meet in this hip town
River
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Historic
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Shopping
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Park-Like
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Situated within walking distance of Downtown Boston, Back Bay East is a buzzing town located along the Charles River. Back Bay East features some of Boston’s most historic staples like Copley Square, the Boston Public Library, and Trinity Church. Stroll through Back Bay East’s historic streets lined with Victorian brownstone homes to get to Newbury Street, where residents and visitors can stop in at art galleries, shop at high-end shops, and dine at cozy cafes. To enjoy the beauty of New England, head to the center of the neighborhood to Commonwealth Avenue and admire the monuments located along the greenway. Residents also enjoy journeying to the riverfront for views of the water at Charles River Esplanades.
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Back Bay East - Boston, MA is for everyday living.
Walker's Paradise
99
/ 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
98
/ 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Very Bikeable
85
/ 100
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Boston Public Garden
- Boston African American National Historic Site
- Boston National Historical Park
- Museum of Science
- Charles River Reservation
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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