Commonwealth Apartments
1144-1160 Commonwealth Ave,
Allston,
MA
02134
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781-678-8034
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Monthly Rent
$1,995 - $2,650
Plus Fees12 Month Lease
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
250 - 625 sq ft
Commonwealth Apartments
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Highlights
- Bay Window
- Elevator
- Property Manager on Site
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Studio
$1,995 – $2,400
Plus Fees
Studio
1 Bath
250 Sq Ft
10 Available units
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Unit 27price $1,995square feet 250availibility Now
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Unit 14price $2,000square feet 250availibility Now
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Unit 55price $2,000square feet 250availibility Now
Studio-Alcove
$2,050 – $2,200
Plus Fees
Studio
1 Bath
360 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Sq Ft
Availability
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Unit 40price $2,050square feet 360availibility Jun 2
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Unit 30price $2,200square feet 360availibility Jun 2
1 Bedroom
$2,300 – $2,650
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
480 – 500 Sq Ft
5 Available units
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Sq Ft
Availability
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Unit 0Aprice $2,300square feet 480availibility Now
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Unit 38price $2,525square feet 480availibility Now
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Unit 14price $2,375square feet 500availibility May 2
2 Bedroom
$2,375
Plus Fees
2 Beds
1 Bath
625 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Sq Ft
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Unit 0Dprice $2,375square feet 625availibility Now
Studio
$1,995 – $2,400
Plus Fees
Studio
1 Bath
250 Sq Ft
10 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 27price $1,995square feet 250availibility Now
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Unit 14price $2,000square feet 250availibility Now
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Unit 55price $2,000square feet 250availibility Now
Studio-Alcove
$2,050 – $2,200
Plus Fees
Studio
1 Bath
360 Sq Ft
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 40price $2,050square feet 360availibility Jun 2
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Unit 30price $2,200square feet 360availibility Jun 2
1 Bedroom
$2,300 – $2,650
Plus Fees
1 Bed
1 Bath
480 – 500 Sq Ft
5 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 0Aprice $2,300square feet 480availibility Now
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Unit 38price $2,525square feet 480availibility Now
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Unit 14price $2,375square feet 500availibility May 2
2 Bedroom
$2,375
Plus Fees
2 Beds
1 Bath
625 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit 0Dprice $2,375square feet 625availibility Now
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$75 / mo
60 lbs. Weight LimitCommentsAll pets must be approved by the Property Manager with required pet-rider paperwork completed.Read More Read Less -
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Street Parking
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Renters ProtectionRenters Protection Charged per unit.$25
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Pet FeeMonthly Pet Fee Charged per unit.$75 / mo
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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Utilities Included
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Gas
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Heat
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1920
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261 units/5 stories
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About Commonwealth Apartments
Situated on a shady tree-lined block of Commonwealth Avenue on the Brookline/Boston border, The Commonwealth Apartments offer city convenience in an attractive package. These stately buildings are located just two blocks from Packard’s Corner station on the MBTA Green Line (B), three blocks from the 110,000 Square foot Star Supermarket, and 1/4 mile from Boston University.Inside, the Commonwealth Apartments offer a variety of studio, alcove-studio and one-bedroom residences with plenty of closet space and modern kitchens and bathrooms. Many units feature bay windows and separate dining areas. Additional building amenities include elevator access, on-site laundry, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and available on-site parking.Heat, hot water and cooking fuel included in rent.Rents are subject to market change.All apartments are subject to availability.
Commonwealth Apartments is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02134 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Match Charter Public School (District) attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
- Alcove Studio
- Available On-Site Parking
- Bathrooms
- Bay Windows
- Closet Space
- Cooking Fuel
- Heat
- Hot Water
- Modern Bath
- Modern Bathrooms
- Modern Kitchen
- Modern Kitchens
- One-Bedroom Residences
- Plenty of Closet Space
- Separate Dining Areas
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Property Manager on Site
Maintenance on site
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
Apartment Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Heating
Dining Room
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Kitchen
- Instant Hot Water
- Dining Room
- Bay Window
1144-1160 Commonwealth Ave,
Allston,
MA
02134
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.
Learn more about living in Commonwealth
Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Commonwealth | Allston, MA | |
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| Studio | $1,985 | $2,452 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,474 | $2,892 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,723 | $3,621 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,927 | $3,878 |
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
- 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
- Alcove Studio
- Available On-Site Parking
- Bathrooms
- Bay Windows
- Closet Space
- Cooking Fuel
- Heat
- Hot Water
- Modern Bath
- Modern Bathrooms
- Modern Kitchen
- Modern Kitchens
- One-Bedroom Residences
- Plenty of Closet Space
- Separate Dining Areas
- High Speed Internet Access
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Kitchen
- Instant Hot Water
- Dining Room
- Bay Window
Expenses
Recurring
Other Rent
$75
Utilities Included
Gas, Heat
Included
Office Hours
781-678-8034
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
Commonwealth Apartments is within 18 minutes or 1.0 mile from Boston University. It is also near Lesley Univ., Art Institute and Emmanuel College.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
1,192 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
27 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Allston include Packard's Corner Station, located 0.2 mile from Commonwealth Apartments. Commonwealth Apartments is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.7 miles or 16 minutes away.
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.6 mi |
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 16 min | 8.7 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Busy
Soundscore™
66
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Commonwealth Apartments.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
Commonwealth Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Coit Observatory
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |
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Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Chestnut Hill Reservation
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Charles River Reservation
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
Commonwealth Apartments has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coit Observatory, and Charles River Reservation.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
Commonwealth Apartments has 3 hospitals within 1.5 miles, the nearest is Arbour Human Resource Institute which is 0.4 mile away and a 7 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 27 min | 14.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 14.9 mi |
Commonwealth Apartments is 14.2 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Commonwealth Apartments Photos
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Commonwealth Apartments
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Does Commonwealth Apartments have in-unit laundry?
While Commonwealth Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
What utilities are included in rent at Commonwealth Apartments?
Select utilities are included in rent at Commonwealth Apartments, including gas and heat. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Is parking available at Commonwealth Apartments?
Parking is available at Commonwealth Apartments. Contact this property for details.
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
Commonwealth Apartments has studios to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,995/mo. to $2,650/mo.
Is Commonwealth Apartments pet-friendly?
Yes, Commonwealth Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
How much income do I need to rent at Commonwealth Apartments?
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,995 for a studio, you would need to earn about $79,800 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Does Commonwealth Apartments have move-in specials?
Commonwealth Apartments is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,995.
Does Commonwealth Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?
Yes! Commonwealth Apartments offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1144-1160 Commonwealth Ave
Allston, MA 02134