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1196 Commonwealth Ave
1196 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02134, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$2,100–$5,250The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
BedsStudio–4
Baths1–2
Sqft–
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Updated 5+ Days Ago

Highlights

  • numerous amenities

Units

1196 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA

Available

16

Studio

1 Bath

$2,100

Listed on 08/28/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 54
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L85081331653413

Available

12

Studio

1 Bath

$2,120

Listed on 08/12/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 70
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L85081438967333

Available

9

Studio

1 Bath

$2,250

Listed on 09/30/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 21
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L85081448325582

Available

22

Studio

1 Bath

$2,250

Listed on 09/23/2026
Listed by Don Wright
Days on market: 28
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Donald Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081423065804

Available

19

Studio

1 Bath

$2,300

Listed on 09/19/2026
Listed by Donald Wright
Days on market: 32
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L8508139265002

Available

18

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,700

Listed on 09/05/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 46
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Don Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081315707414

Available

14

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,700

Listed on 09/03/2026
Listed by Don Wright
Days on market: 48
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Don Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081411644321

Available

17

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,800

Listed on 09/19/2026
Listed by Donald Wright
Days on market: 32
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Don Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081431484133

Available

20

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,830

Listed on 09/16/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 35
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L8508139262332

Available

11

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,830

Listed on 09/16/2026
Listed by Donald Wright
Days on market: 35
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Donald Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081258393297

Available

24

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,830

Listed on 09/16/2026
Listed by Donald Wright
Days on market: 35
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Don Wright for more information today. TWRE: L8508139261442

Available

8

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,830

Listed on 09/16/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 35
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L8508139269452

Available

7

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,830

Listed on 09/03/2026
Listed by Donald Wright
Days on market: 48
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Don Wright for more information today. TWRE: L8508139261887

Available

15

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,840

Listed on 09/19/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 32
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L8508139268562

Available

3

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,900

Listed on 09/30/2026
Listed by Don Wright
Days on market: 21
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Donald Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081448145262

Available

101

4 Beds

2 Baths

$4,800

Listed on 09/23/2026
Listed by Donald Wright
Days on market: 28
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Donald Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081411644451

Available

2

4 Beds

2 Baths

$5,200

Listed on 09/19/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 32
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L85081411644249

Available

2DW

4 Beds

2 Baths

$5,250

Listed on 08/15/2026
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 67
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Don Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081443321265

Amenities for 1196 Commonwealth Ave

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Air Conditioning
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor

Policies at 1196 Commonwealth Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 1196 Commonwealth Ave

HomeApartments in BostonCommonwealth 1196 Commonwealth Ave #3, Boston, MA 02134, USA

Enjoy city living at its finest at 1196 Commonwealth Ave in Boston's vibrant Commonwealth neighborhood! This 33-unit property offers a range of bedroom options, including studios, 1, 2, and 4 bedrooms, to suit various lifestyles. Residents can take advantage of numerous amenities, including a dishwasher in each unit, hardwood floors, and on-site laundry facilities for added convenience. Plus, with no fees to worry about, you can focus on enjoying your new home. The property is perfect for those looking for a long-term rental in a great location. Explore all that Boston has to offer from this fantastic address!

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Address details

Units34
Units available18
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02134

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 1196 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

Priced higher than average
Some 4-bedrooms here are $683 more than the median rent in this area
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
Pet restrictions
Pets aren't allowed at this location.

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Rent trends in Boston

Studio apartments at 1196 Commonwealth Ave #3 cost about 9% more than the average rent price for studios in Commonwealth.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1196 Commonwealth Ave #3 to be 1% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Commonwealth.

4-bedroom apartments at 1196 Commonwealth Ave #3 cost about 21% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Commonwealth.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,493
October 2025$2,485
November 2025$2,496
December 2025$2,500
January 2026$2,500
February 2026$2,427
March 2026$2,500
April 2026$2,500
May 2026$2,494
June 2026$2,464
July 2026$2,443
August 2026$2,496
September 2026$2,500
October 2026$2,500
A table of studio rental data trends in Commonwealth
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,037
October 2025$2,041
November 2025$1,998
December 2025$2,035
January 2026$2,045
February 2026$2,079
March 2026$2,100
April 2026$2,105
May 2026$2,084
June 2026$2,100
July 2026$2,080
August 2026$2,037
September 2026$2,025
October 2026$2,025

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$90,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,000 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $2,250.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1196 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA.
Last month$2,9402 bed1 bath
Last month$3,0002 bed1 bath
2 months ago$3,0502 bed1 bath
2 months ago$3,0502 bed1 bath
7 months ago$4,7004 bed2 bath
7 months ago$3,0502 bed1 bath
7 months ago$5,6004 bed2 bath
7 months ago$3,1502 bed1 bath
7 months ago$3,2002 bed1 bath

Schools near 1196 Commonwealth Ave #3

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic

Allston Head Start & Children's Services

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic

Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road

333 washington st

brookline, MA, 2445

PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 1196 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 1196 Commonwealth Ave, Boston

Groceries

10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of 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

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 1196 Commonwealth Ave

Allston Market
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Linden's Superette
101 Brighton Ave
Hong Kong Supermarket Hong
1095 Commonwealth Ave
Commonwealth Market Inc
1090 Commonwealth Ave
Star Market
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