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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 1640 Commonwealth Ave, Brighton, MA 02135, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Address details
| Neighborhood | Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02135 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Commonwealth
2-bedroom apartments at 1640 Commonwealth Ave cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $3,474 |
| January 2026 | $3,503 |
| February 2026 | $3,505 |
| March 2026 | $3,587 |
| April 2026 | $3,598 |
| May 2026 | $3,600 |
| June 2026 | $3,598 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,835 |
| January 2026 | $2,909 |
| February 2026 | $2,968 |
| March 2026 | $2,992 |
| April 2026 | $2,995 |
| May 2026 | $2,995 |
| June 2026 | $2,996 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $113,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,825.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $2,695 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,695 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,750 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,750 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,595 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,595 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,025 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,025 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1640 Commonwealth Ave
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
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Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
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ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
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Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
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Getting around Boston near 1640 Commonwealth Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1640 Commonwealth Ave, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
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
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Whole Foods Market
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Lee's Supermarket
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Star Market
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Father & Son Market
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Ross Cleaners
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Alex the Tailor
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Fabriclene
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Traveling Tailor Studio
1550 Beacon St
Glenville Tailoring Dry Cleaning
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WFM Coffee Bar
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Dolce Vita Cafe
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Livite
1644 Beacon St
Dunkin'
1912 Beacon St
Kung Fu Tea
1916 Beacon St
Barcelona Wine Bar
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The Publick House
1648 Beacon St
Burro Bar
1665 Beacon St
Washington Square Tavern
714 Washington St
Harry's Bar & Grill
1430 Commonwealth Ave
Peace Love Cupcakes, Inc
92 Corey Rd
Sultana's Bakery & Cafe
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Athan's European Bakery
1621 Beacon St
Johnny's D's Fruit & Produce
381 Washington St
Daniel's Bakery
395 Washington St
Wilson Park
Brian Honan Park
Euston Path Rock
Jean B. Waldstein Playground
Fidelis Way Park
Bamboo Cuisine Inc
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Taste of Athens
60 Washington St
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