1216 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02134
What This Apartment Offers
Property Id: 2614328
*No Broker's Fee!* Available for July 1st!
Please note the monthly rent is $2,150/month. With a (1/2) Free Month of rent, you will save... $89/month over the course of a year, bringing the net effective rent down to $2,060/month for the first year. ***This promo applies to a July 1st start date. ***
Charming rear-facing 1-bedroom on the 2nd floor of a professionally managed building on the 1200 block of Commonwealth Avenue, right in the heart of Allston! Just steps to the B-Line at Harvard Ave Station and the 66-Bus to Harvard Square and Brookline Village. This location is ranked a Walker's Paradise, scoring 93 points for a Walk Score, as well as a Biker's Paradise, scoring 96 points for a Bike Score!
This unit features hardwood flooring, an updated kitchen with newer appliances, including a dishwasher, fridge, stove, and garbage disposal. There is a decently sized living room with a closet and overhead storage. There is a medium-sized bedroom and a fully tiled bathroom. The rent includes Heat and Hot/Cold Water.
- No Broker's Fee!
- Professionally Managed
- Located on the 2nd floor (walk-up, plus 1 flight of stairs)
- Cat-Friendly
- Bike-sharing is available nearby
- Car sharing is available from Zipcar, Enterprise, RelayRides, and Hertz On Demand.
- Free on-street parking with and without a residential permit
- Off-street parking is available for $200-225/month
- The rent includes Heat and Hot/Cold Water
- There are laundry facilities on site
Public Transit
- 1-minute walking distance to the B-Line at Harvard Ave Station
- 2-minutes walking distance to the 66 Bus Line
- 6-minutes walking distance to the 57 and 57A Bus Lines
Unit 8
- $2,100 Plus Fees
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 475 sq. ft.
- Available Jul 1
Apartment Features
- Cable Ready
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Freezer
- Hardwood Floors
- Intercom
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Tile Floors
Community Features
- Utilities Included
1216 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8 is an apartment for rent in Boston, MA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$0
Cats
- Cats Allowed
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Boston, MA 02134

Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable70 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy63 / 100
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Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Boston University
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Drive: 4 min (1.9 mi)
Simmons College
Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi)
Emmanuel College
Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi)
Discover Commonwealth, Boston, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1216 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8 proximity to Star Market Plaza, Washington Street Plaza, and Washington Square. Star Market Plaza is 0.9 miles away, and Washington Street Plaza is within a 15 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Commonwealth is exceptional public transit. Within 5.1 miles of 1216 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8, you’ll find Harvard Avenue Station, Griggs Street/Long Avenue Station, and Packard's Corner Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1216 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coit Observatory, and Chestnut Hill Reservation.
Airports
Living in Commonwealth provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 15 minutes from 1216 Commonwealth Ave Unit 8.
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