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  • Conveniently located
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Quiet, residential setting
  • Easy access

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1242 Commonwealth Ave #41, Allston, MA 02134, USA|Commonwealth

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Hardwood Floor

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Cats OK
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Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 1242 Commonwealth Ave #41

HomeApartments in BostonCommonwealth 1242 Commonwealth Ave #41, Allston, MA 02134, USA

Spacious and well-maintained 2-bedroom apartment in Brighton available for early September move-in! This unit features a functional kitchen with lookthrough to the living room, ample cabinet space, and hardwood floors throughout. Conveniently located near public transportation, shops, and restaurants, with easy access to Boston and surrounding neighborhoods. Ideal for anyone looking for a comfortable home in a quiet, residential setting. Up front costs include first month, last month and $150 key deposit. Tenants pay electric and internet/cable. Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $2,800 Last Month Rent: $2,800 Lock Key Fee: $150


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Zip code02134
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Rent trends in Commonwealth

2-bedroom apartments at 1242 Commonwealth Ave #41 cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.

Median rents as of Dec 20 2025.
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A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$3,558
February 2024$3,450
March 2024$3,450
April 2024$3,488
May 2024$3,500
June 2024$3,531
July 2024$3,512
August 2024$3,508
September 2024$3,500
October 2024$3,500
November 2024$3,503
December 2024$3,488
January 2025$3,469
February 2025$3,498
March 2025$3,500
April 2025$3,500
May 2025$3,500
June 2025$3,516
July 2025$3,520
August 2025$3,555
September 2025$3,495
October 2025$3,443
November 2025$3,420
December 2025$3,467
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Commonwealth
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$2,825
February 2024$2,837
March 2024$2,873
April 2024$2,895
May 2024$2,916
June 2024$2,900
July 2024$2,898
August 2024$2,899
September 2024$2,900
October 2024$2,890
November 2024$2,853
December 2024$2,895
January 2025$2,850
February 2025$2,893
March 2025$2,897
April 2025$2,900
May 2025$2,900
June 2025$2,900
July 2025$2,900
August 2025$2,900
September 2025$2,884
October 2025$2,807
November 2025$2,800
December 2025$2,830

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1242 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA.
4 months ago$3,0002 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,0001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,1003 bed1 bath
1 year ago$1,800Studio1 bath
2 years ago$1,950Studio1 bath
2 years ago$1,950Studio1 bath
2 years ago$2,4002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$1,650Studio1 bath
2 years ago$1,9501 bed1 bath

Schools near 1242 Commonwealth Ave #41

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

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Getting around Allston near 1242 Commonwealth Ave #41

Walking

8/10
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 1242 Commonwealth Ave #41, Allston

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
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
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

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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$1,200

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(RLNE978181) Nice updated studio on Commonwealth ave. Central Allston location. Steps from Green Line B. First floor apartment with hardwood floors, separate kitchen, renovated bathroom, Heat and hot water included. Laundry is in a building, Parking is available for rent. Available September 3. Contact Alfred at 617 650-7636 for viewing.

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$1,100

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Days on market: 4567
Spacious studio, great closet space. well maintained building, great location, heat/hot water included, laundry available, parking may be available in rear for fee. Apartment Depot requires half fee only! For more info, Dave 617-413-2455 dhunt@apartmentdepot.com

Occupied

15

Studio

1 Bath

$1,100

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Days on market: 4537
Great Allston location right on Commonwealth Ave. Steps from Green Line B stop and several bus routes running on Harvard Ave.Garden level studio is located in clean professionally managed building with an elevator, laundry facility and on-site super. Parking is available for rent. Clean studio with hardwood floors modern bathroom, nice clean kitchen. Heat and hot water included. Available July 3. Call Alfred at 617 650-7636 for viewing.

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$1,200

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Gorgeous Studio In A Professionally Managed Building In Allston Village. Steps To The B Line Stop. This Apartment Features Hardwood Floors. Modern Bath. Galley Kitchen. Heat And Hot Water Included In Rent. Laundry In The Building.

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Spacious Studio! Modern Sunny New To Market. Large Open Living Room. Large Bedroom With Tons Of Closet Space. Sunny Bright A Must See Won'T Last..

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Days on market: 3493
This is an extremely well-priced unit on Commonwealth ave a block from the cross of Harvard Ave. It is a few blocks from the main Allston hub of restaurants, shops, and bars. In a professionally maintained building, this apartment boasts a lot of space for the price. Everything is clean and up to date. Overnight parking is available on the street (no resident sticker required), and parking spaces are also available in the back lot for extra. There is easy access to bus routes to all the surrounding areas, and the apartment is right across from the B line (Green).

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Days on market: 3493
Winning 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment near 1250 Commonwealth Ave in Allston. It's one block from the cross of Comm ave and Harvard ave, a hub of restaurants, shops, bars, and late-night eateries. Features a very spacious bedroom with full size closets. Elevator in building and laundry access on ground floor. Heat and hot water are included in the price of the rent. Heat is individually metered, so you can set the temperature to whatever you like. Parking spaces are available for rent in the back for $125 a month. Overnight street parking is also available, no permit required. Only two and half months rent requird up front, including half a broker's fee. Available for move-in NOW! It is right on the Subway (B-line) and near several bus routes that run to the surrounding areas. Text or Call 617-435-7798 to set up a viewing.

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1 Bath

$1,400

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Days on market: 4168
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Listing uploaded and marketed by Alfred Ayzichek, Modern Real Estate, (617) 650-7636. Renovated 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment near 1250 Commonwealth Ave in Allston. Just one block from the cross of Commonwealth Ave and Harvard Ave, a hub of restaurants, shops, bars, and late-night eateries. Features a very spacious bedroom with full size closets, clean modern bathroom and kitchen. Elevator in building and laundry access on ground floor. On-site maintenance. Heat and hot water included in the rent. Parking spaces are available for rent in the back of the Building for $150 a month. Overnight street parking is also available, no permit required. Only two and half months rent required to rent the place, including half month rent as a Broker's fee. It is right on the Subway (B-line) and near several bus routes that run to the surrounding areas. Contact Alfred at 617 650-7636 for viewing [ Published 27-Jun-17 / ID 1282618. ]

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BEAUTIFUL 3BD~A/C~PARKING~GREEN-B VERY GOOD LOCATION!! SPACIOUS!! Brighton is primarily populated by graduate students and young professionals. Along Washington Street you will find small family businesses and Saint Elizabeth's Hospital - reputed as one of the finest hospitals in the northeast. Brighton is host to the Bryman Institute, Saint John's Seminary and part of Boston College. Nearby you will find some of the finest institutes of higher learning in the country including Boston University, Harvard University and MIT. The "B" Branch of the Boston MBTA subway Green Line runs through the neighborhood along Commonwealth Avenue. ***MUST SEE*** If the price isn't right or you don't love the location, text me anyway as I have many available units that will better suit your preferences.

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