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1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12

Boston, MA 02134 – Commonwealth

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,300

  • Bedrooms

    Studio bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

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Available Sep 1, 2025
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12
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About This Property

Located directly on Comm Ave, these Allston apartments at 1197 Commonwealth Ave are perfect for those seeking to immerse themselves in the vibrant city life, with countless nightlife options just a short walk away. Ideal for students, you'll have extremely easy access to Boston University and Boston College, with the Harvard Ave T stop of the Green Line right at your doorstep. Allston is known for its arts and music scene, with live performances almost every night at nearby venues such as Brighton Music Hall, Paradise Rock Club, and O'Briens Pub. Grocery and convenience options are easily walkable. You'll find granite countertops, renovated bathrooms and hardwood flooring throughout, with some units also featuring dishwashers. Heat and hot water included, laundry onsite, cat-friendly. Students more than welcome. Contact us today to learn more!

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Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Cats Allowed
  • Fees not specified
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Location
Property Address: 1197 Commonwealth Ave, Boston,
MA 02134
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Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
Neighborhood

Situated about five miles west of Downtown Boston, Commonwealth boasts a vibrant atmosphere with charming brick buildings, local shops, delectable restaurants, numerous entertainment options, lush parks and playgrounds, and a diverse population. Commonwealth is convenient to several renowned attractions, including the John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline Booksmith, and Brighton Music Hall.

Commonwealth residents also enjoy quick access to Boston College, making the area especially popular among the institution’s students, faculty, and staff. A host of T stops strewn along Commonwealth Avenue provide easy commutes and travels to Greater Boston as well as convenience to an array of metropolitan amenities.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Boston University
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Emmanuel College
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Harvard University
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12 is within 2 minutes or 1.2 miles from Boston University. It is also near Lesley Univ., Art Institute and Harvard University.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Harvard Avenue Station, located 0.1 miles from 1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12. 1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.2 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Harvard Avenue Station
Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
Griggs Street/Long Avenue Station
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Packard's Corner Station
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Babcock Street Station
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Allston Street Station
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Yawkey
Drive: 4 min 2.3 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
Porter Square
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 10 min 4.1 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 10 min 5.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 15 min 8.2 mi
Walker's Paradise
98
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Good Transit
67
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Very Bikeable
83
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Star Market Plaza
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Allston Marketplace
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Washington Street Plaza
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12 has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 2-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
 Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Chestnut Hill Reservation
 Drive: 3 min 1.9 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
 Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12 has 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coit Observatory, and Charles River Reservation.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12 has 3 hospitals within 2.0 miles, the nearest is Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center which is 0.8 miles away and a 16 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 26 min 13.7 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 24 min 14.5 mi
1197 Commonwealth Ave Unit 12 is 13.7 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.

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