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Pet Friendly
- Hardwood floors
- Laundry in building
Location
1187 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02134, USA|Commonwealth
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant area, this property offers hardwood floors and convenient laundry facilities in the building. Great for individuals seeking easy access to local amenities, it also features a welcoming environment and is close to public transportation options, enhancing daily commutes. Notable features add to its appeal, making it an attractive choice for a diverse range of residents.
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
Dishwasher- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1187 Commonwealth Ave, Commonwealth
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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About 1187 Commonwealth Ave
This warm and homey 1 bed 1 bath in vibrant Allston features -Hardwood Floors -Laundry in building -Heat and hot water included in rent LANDLORD PAYING FULL FEE!! AVAILABLE NOW!
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 1187 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02134, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02134 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Commonwealth
1-bedroom apartments at 1187 Commonwealth Ave cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,803 |
| March 2024 | $2,840 |
| April 2024 | $2,856 |
| May 2024 | $2,816 |
| June 2024 | $2,800 |
| July 2024 | $2,800 |
| August 2024 | $2,800 |
| September 2024 | $2,815 |
| October 2024 | $2,890 |
| November 2024 | $2,933 |
| December 2024 | $2,906 |
| January 2025 | $2,825 |
| February 2025 | $2,831 |
| March 2025 | $2,850 |
| April 2025 | $2,868 |
| May 2025 | $2,877 |
| June 2025 | $2,850 |
| July 2025 | $2,873 |
| August 2025 | $2,959 |
| September 2025 | $2,910 |
| October 2025 | $2,900 |
| November 2025 | $2,899 |
| December 2025 | $2,894 |
| January 2026 | $2,926 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,350 |
| March 2024 | $2,363 |
| April 2024 | $2,400 |
| May 2024 | $2,396 |
| June 2024 | $2,399 |
| July 2024 | $2,381 |
| August 2024 | $2,360 |
| September 2024 | $2,318 |
| October 2024 | $2,337 |
| November 2024 | $2,365 |
| December 2024 | $2,325 |
| January 2025 | $2,356 |
| February 2025 | $2,325 |
| March 2025 | $2,310 |
| April 2025 | $2,380 |
| May 2025 | $2,373 |
| June 2025 | $2,375 |
| July 2025 | $2,353 |
| August 2025 | $2,337 |
| September 2025 | $2,322 |
| October 2025 | $2,318 |
| November 2025 | $2,307 |
| December 2025 | $2,336 |
| January 2026 | $2,310 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 months ago | $4,050 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,250 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,770 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,850 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,800 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,800 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,200 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,350 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $3,300 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1187 Commonwealth Ave
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 1187 Commonwealth Ave
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
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 1187 Commonwealth Ave, 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
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
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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