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Highlights

  • Zero Deposit
  • Conveniently located
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • New cabinets
  • Granite counters
  • New kitchen
  • Tons of closet space

Location

1218 Commonwealth Ave #18, Allston, MA 02134, USA|Commonwealth

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Contact

Dan Briggs

East Coast Realty

(844) 338-5721 ext. 8110

Property Overview

Located conveniently, this property features a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new cabinets, and granite counters, complemented by ample closet space. The abundance of 53 photos provides a comprehensive visual understanding of the living space. Additionally, the vibrant pet-friendly environment, highlighted by numerous nearby pet supply stores, hospitals, and grooming services, enhances its appeal for pet owners.

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  • Pet owners

Amenities for 1218 Commonwealth Ave #18, Commonwealth

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHigh Ceilings
Modern BathPantry
Separate Kitchen

Appliances

New Appliances

Building

Cats OK

Grounds

Storage
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Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 1218 Commonwealth Ave #18

HomeApartments in BostonCommonwealth 1218 Commonwealth Ave #18, Allston, MA 02134, USA

Wonderful, sunny, spacious, newly renovated one bedroom with amazing flow and square footage. NEW kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. New cabinets. Overlooking the Allston/Brookline line, right next to a grocery store and hundreds of shops, restaurants, and bars, this apartment has it all. Top floor unit! Available SEPTEMBER 1st, with heat and hot water included in the rent. NO BROKER FEE! Tons of closet space. Conveniently located on the corner of Commonwealth and Harvard Ave, just steps to the B Line at the Harvard Ave stop, the 66 Bus to Harvard Square and Brookline Village, and the shops and restaurants of Allston Village. Under a mile walk to Coolidge Corner and the C Line. No broker fee. No security deposit. If you'd like a showing, please email or text Dan! Thanks!


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Zip code02134
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Rent trends in Commonwealth

1-bedroom apartments at 1218 Commonwealth Ave #18 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Boston.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,985
January 2024$3,000
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$2,914
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Commonwealth
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,400
January 2024$2,400
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$2,297

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1218 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA.
4 months ago$2,1501 bed1 bath
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Schools near 1218 Commonwealth Ave #18

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

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Getting around Allston near 1218 Commonwealth Ave #18

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 1218 Commonwealth Ave #18, Allston

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
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 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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