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1196 Commonwealth Ave1196 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02134, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $2,200–$3,070The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | Studio–2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | – |
12 Hours Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 33 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 7 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
Highlights
- numerous amenities
Units
1196 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA
1196 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA
Available
22
Studio
1 Bath
$2,200
Dishwasher
Available
12
Studio
1 Bath
$2,300
Dishwasher
Available
17
2 Beds
1 Bath
$2,750
Dishwasher
Available
5
2 Beds
1 Bath
$2,800
Dishwasher
Available
23
2 Beds
1 Bath
$2,800
Dishwasher
New Listing
11
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,050
Dishwasher
New Listing
24
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,070
Dishwasher
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
- 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
Allowed
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About 1196 Commonwealth Ave
Explore the best of city living at 1196 Commonwealth Ave in Boston's vibrant Commonwealth neighborhood! This 33-unit property offers a mix of studio and 2-bedroom options to suit various lifestyles. Enjoy a range of amenities, including a convenient dishwasher in each unit and the added bonus of no extra fees. Other highlights include a great location and long-term rental options for those looking to settle in. Take advantage of the benefits this property has to offer, all within a bustling urban setting. With 33 units in total, this property is a great option for those looking for a low-maintenance, amenity-rich living experience.
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Address details
| Units | 33 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 7 |
| 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 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
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
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Rent trends in Boston
Studio apartments at 1196 Commonwealth Ave #11 cost about 10% 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 #11 to be 0% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Commonwealth.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,493 |
| October 2025 | $2,485 |
| November 2025 | $2,496 |
| December 2025 | $2,500 |
| January 2026 | $2,516 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,037 |
| October 2025 | $2,041 |
| November 2025 | $1,998 |
| December 2025 | $2,035 |
| January 2026 | $2,025 |
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Can I afford to live at 1196 Commonwealth Ave?
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.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $2,320 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,850 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $3,050 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $2,450 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,090 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,090 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,000 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,600 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $3,800 | 4 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 1196 Commonwealth Ave #11
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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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
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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Allston Market
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Linden's Superette
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Hong Kong Supermarket Hong
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Commonwealth Market Inc
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Star Market
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Urban Outfitters
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T.J. Maxx
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Awol
190 Harvard Ave
Buried Treasures
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Designers Circus
1 Braintree St
Dunkin'
210 Harvard Ave
Mochinut
154 Harvard Ave
Limered Tea House
1092 Commonwealth Ave
Starbucks
1304 Commonwealth 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
Habierano Mexican Grill
166 Brighton Ave
Casa Brasil Bakery Inc
125 Harvard Ave
Kupel's Bakery
421 Harvard St
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
420 Harvard St
Give A Cake Bakery Inc
1020 Commonwealth Ave
Party Favors
1356 Beacon St
Lawton Playground
Boston University Ball Diamond
John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Devotion School Playground
Freeman Square
Dunkin'
210 Harvard Ave
Taco Bell
1222 Commonwealth Ave
Boston Wing-It
1153 Commonwealth Ave
Inbound Pizza
1232 Commonwealth Ave
Five Guys
1223 Commonwealth Ave
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