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Highlights
- No smoking
- Easy access
Location
1027 Commonwealth Ave #21, Boston, MA 02215, USA
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Property Overview
Located in a prime area of Boston, this apartment offers easy access to local amenities and public transportation. Notable features include a no smoking policy, ensuring a clean living environment. It is great for those seeking convenience and a well-maintained space in a bustling urban setting.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1027 Commonwealth Ave #21
Building
| Cats OK |
Other
| Four Rooms |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1027 Commonwealth Ave #21
Property Status: Active Three bedroom apartment available in the Boston area, near BU Student Village and West Campus. Easy access to Green Line T and several local bus stops, as well as the BMC shuttle Undergrads ok (Guarantor required) Cats ok No Smoking Heat & Hot Water included in rent First, Last, and $250 Lock Change Fee to move-in. Copyright © 2026 MLS Property Information Network Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1027 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston University, Boston, MA 02215, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 02215 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Boston
3-bedroom apartments at 1027 Commonwealth Ave #21 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $4,000 |
| June 2024 | $3,999 |
| July 2024 | $3,911 |
| August 2024 | $3,879 |
| September 2024 | $3,900 |
| October 2024 | $3,898 |
| November 2024 | $4,075 |
| December 2024 | $4,200 |
| January 2025 | $4,212 |
| February 2025 | $4,175 |
| March 2025 | $4,072 |
| April 2025 | $4,080 |
| May 2025 | $4,010 |
| June 2025 | $3,998 |
| July 2025 | $3,959 |
| August 2025 | $3,934 |
| September 2025 | $3,900 |
| October 2025 | $3,836 |
| November 2025 | $3,940 |
| December 2025 | $4,225 |
| January 2026 | $4,275 |
| February 2026 | $4,207 |
| March 2026 | $4,200 |
| April 2026 | $4,193 |
| May 2026 | $4,200 |
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Can I afford to live at 1027 Commonwealth Ave #21?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$152,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $152,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,800.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $3,800 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,800 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $3,600 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,800 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,600 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $3,000 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 years ago | $1,550 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 12 years ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1027 Commonwealth Ave #21
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
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Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 1027 Commonwealth Ave #21
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1027 Commonwealth Ave #21, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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