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The Barclay
Property highlights
Located in the heart of vibrant Boston, The Barclay stands out with its historic 1928 architecture and an unbeatable location just steps from the Boston Public Garden and Newbury Street. Residents rave about the architectural character that blends seamlessly with modern conveniences. Offering an array of amenities including a gym, concierge services, and a pet policy allowing cats, it enhances urban living. The property's commitment to a smoke-free environment and added comforts such as air conditioning and in-unit laundry further elevate the resident experience. Steps away from an array of dining, shopping, and entertainment, this property is perfect for those seeking a lively and luxurious lifestyle in Boston's prized Back Bay neighborhood.
- 3 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed
- Location
- 12 Commonwealth Ave, Boston MA 02116, Back Bay
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Parking + more
- Price range (total price, 12 month lease)
- $3,100 mo - $4,450 mo
- Commute
Rent Special
One month free or broker fee paid when you move in by 2/1/26. Applies to select units, ask our leasing team for more details.
Restrictions may apply
Price and Availability
The Barclay apartments start at $3,100/month. There are 3 available apartments priced from $3,100 to $4,450. Prices were last verified by The Barclay 5 minutes ago. (Total price includes base rent and required monthly fees—select a unit to view full breakdown.)
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Unit 604
Avail. Feb 1
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$3,100 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 807
Avail. Jan 16
$3,350 moTotal price12-mo lease
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Unit Amenities
air conditioning
dishwasher
hardwood floors
in unit laundry
patio / balcony
microwave
oven
range
refrigerator
smoke-free units
Property Amenities
concierge
elevator
gym
bike storage
cats allowed
parking
pool
on-site laundry
cc payments
e-payments
key fob access
online portal
smoke-free community
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Property Details
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Explore the Area
Moody's Delicatessen & Provisions
0.2 mi
DeLuca's Market
0.3 mi
Nuts Factory
0.3 mi
Savenor's Butcher & Market
0.5 mi
Jia Ho Supermarket
0.5 mi
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
0.1 mi
The Parish Cafe
0.1 mi
Beatnic
0.1 mi
Life Alive
0.1 mi
Nero Express
0.1 mi
Arlington
0.1 mi
Arlington
0.1 mi
Arlington
0.1 mi
Arlington
0.1 mi
Arlington
0.1 mi
Tailwind Boston Seaplane Base
2.3 mi
Boston Harbor Seaplane Base (Cape Air Seaplanes)
2.3 mi
Logan International Airport
3.2 mi
Norwood Memorial Airport
12.4 mi
Laurence G. Hanscom Field
13.6 mi
2 /10
Snowden Int'L High School
Public9-12
444 Students
0.3 mi
2 /10
Quincy Upper School
Public6-12
507 Students
0.4 mi
4 /10
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
PublicPK-5
832 Students
0.5 mi
1 /10
William Mckinley
Public1-12
355 Students
0.6 mi
5 /10
Hurley K-8 School
PublicPK-8
360 Students
1.0 mi
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Boston Public Garden
0.1 mi
UBC Clubhouse
0.2 mi
Statler Park
0.2 mi
Lincoln Square
0.2 mi
Sonny Rao Little League Field
0.3 mi
Krakow Witkin Gallery
0.1 mi
Galerie d'Orsay
0.1 mi
Newbury Fine Arts
0.1 mi
CorePower Yoga
0.1 mi
Gallery NAGA
0.1 mi
Boston Veterinary Clinic
0.4 mi
Boston Veterinary Care
0.4 mi
D'Tails Pet Boutique
0.4 mi
Charles Street Animal Clinic
0.5 mi
Fish & Bone
0.5 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 99 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 100 — Excellent transit access across the city.Public Transit Access
The Back Bay area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 87 nearby routes: 75 bus, 12 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Arlington (~0.1 mi)
- Boylston St @ Berkeley St (~0.13 mi)
- Arlington St @ Saint James Ave (~0.16 mi)
- Saint James Ave @ Arlington St (~0.16 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Barclay has 3 units available starting at $3,100 per month (total price with fees when signing a 12 month lease). Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Boston, MA, the average rent is $2,988+ for a studio, $3,427+ for a 1-bedroom, $4,207+ for a 2-bedroom, and $4,733+ for a 3-bedroom.* For more information on rental trends in Boston, MA, check out our monthly Boston, MA Rent Report.
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
Some of The Barclay's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and hardwood floors. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The Barclay is offering the following rent specials: One month free or broker fee paid when you move in by 2/1/26. Applies to select units, ask our leasing team for more details.
Yes, The Barclay is pet-friendly.
Yes, The Barclay offers parking.
Yes, The Barclay offers units with in unit laundry.
Yes, The Barclay has a pool.
No, The Barclay does not have accessible units.
Yes, The Barclay has units with dishwashers.