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1159 Commonwealth Avenue1159 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02134, USA
1159 Commonwealth Avenue1159 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02134, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $2,300–$2,450The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | Studio |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | – |
5+ Days Ago
Studio 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 35 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
Highlights
- numerous amenities
Units
1159 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA
1159 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA
Available
15
Studio
1 Bath
$2,300
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New Listing
42
Studio
1 Bath
$2,450
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Amenities for 1159 Commonwealth Avenue
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Cats Ok
Unit Amenities
- Hardwood Floor
- Central Heat
Policies at 1159 Commonwealth Avenue
No pets allowed.
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About 1159 Commonwealth Avenue
Find your perfect home at 1159 Commonwealth Ave in Boston's vibrant Commonwealth neighborhood! This property features 35 units, with a studio floorplan to suit your lifestyle. As a resident, you'll enjoy a range of amenities, including no broker's fee, making it easy to make this place your own. Other highlights include a convenient location, perfect for exploring all Boston has to offer. With 35 total units and studio options, this property is a great choice for those looking for a low-maintenance living situation. Come see what this property has to offer!
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Address details
| Units | 35 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
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 1159 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02134, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Boston
Studio apartments at 1159 Commonwealth Ave #42 cost about 19% more than the average rent price for studios in Commonwealth.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Commonwealth
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $2,450 |
| October 2023 | $2,506 |
| November 2023 | $2,522 |
| December 2023 | $2,459 |
| January 2024 | $2,412 |
| February 2024 | $2,300 |
| March 2024 | $2,345 |
| April 2024 | $2,350 |
| May 2024 | $2,360 |
| June 2024 | $2,355 |
| July 2024 | $2,390 |
| August 2024 | $2,399 |
| September 2024 | $2,418 |
| October 2024 | $2,480 |
| November 2024 | $2,420 |
| December 2024 | $2,412 |
| January 2025 | $2,312 |
| February 2025 | $2,306 |
| March 2025 | $2,344 |
| April 2025 | $2,387 |
| May 2025 | $2,400 |
| June 2025 | $2,400 |
| July 2025 | $2,400 |
| August 2025 | $2,492 |
| September 2025 | $2,475 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $2,025 |
| October 2023 | $2,117 |
| November 2023 | $2,023 |
| December 2023 | $2,007 |
| January 2024 | $2,005 |
| February 2024 | $2,000 |
| March 2024 | $2,015 |
| April 2024 | $2,025 |
| May 2024 | $2,000 |
| June 2024 | $2,025 |
| July 2024 | $2,077 |
| August 2024 | $2,125 |
| September 2024 | $2,085 |
| October 2024 | $2,043 |
| November 2024 | $2,018 |
| December 2024 | $1,995 |
| January 2025 | $2,017 |
| February 2025 | $2,025 |
| March 2025 | $2,020 |
| April 2025 | $2,025 |
| May 2025 | $2,044 |
| June 2025 | $2,018 |
| July 2025 | $2,025 |
| August 2025 | $2,003 |
| September 2025 | $2,000 |
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Can I afford to live at 1159 Commonwealth Avenue?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$95,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $95,000 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $2,375.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $2,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,450 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,600 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,800 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,700 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,625 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,600 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,625 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,900 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1159 Commonwealth Ave #42
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 1159 Commonwealth Avenue
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
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
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1159 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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
Explore the area around 1159 Commonwealth Avenue
Commonwealth Market Inc
1090 Commonwealth Ave
Hong Kong Supermarket Hong
1095 Commonwealth Ave
Star Market
1065 Commonwealth Ave
Allston Market
169 Harvard Ave
Linden's Superette
101 Brighton Ave
T.J. Maxx
525 Harvard St
Urban Outfitters
226 Harvard Ave
Awol
190 Harvard Ave
Buried Treasures
377 Cambridge St
Designers Circus
1 Braintree St
Dunkin'
210 Harvard Ave
Limered Tea House
1092 Commonwealth Ave
Starbucks
1065 Commonwealth Ave
Mochinut
154 Harvard Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
420 Harvard St
Habibi's Lounge
1217 Commonwealth Ave
Avenue Bar & Grill
116 Brighton Ave
Patrons
138 Brighton Ave
Myung Dong 1st Ave
90 Harvard Ave
Tavern in the Square
161 Brighton Ave
Kupel's Bakery
421 Harvard St
Give A Cake Bakery Inc
1020 Commonwealth Ave
Casa Brasil Bakery Inc
125 Harvard Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
420 Harvard St
Party Favors
1356 Beacon St
Lawton Playground
John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Boston University Ball Diamond
Freeman Square
Devotion School Playground
Boston Wing-It
1153 Commonwealth Ave
Tarboosh
2 Brighton Ave
Dunkin'
210 Harvard Ave
Taco Bell
1222 Commonwealth Ave
Lime Red Boston Inc
1092 Commonwealth Ave
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