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1687 Commonwealth Ave1687 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02135, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $2,295The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 999 |
5+ Days Ago
1 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 67 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02135 |
Property Overview
With excellent access to amenities and a quiet boulevard, this location offers a desirable living experience. The abundant photography allows potential residents to easily visualize the space, while its high value per square foot indicates a competitive standing in the market. These attributes make it an attractive option for those seeking convenience and quality.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Highlights
- excellent access to amenities
- quiet boulevard
Units
1687 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA
1687 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA
Available
40
1 Bed
1 Bath
$2,295
On-Site Laundry • Hardwood Floor
Available
38
1 Bed
1 Bath
$2,295
On-Site Laundry • Hardwood Floor
Amenities for 1687 Commonwealth Ave
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Management
- On-Site Laundry
- Elevator
- Controlled Access
- Storage
Unit Amenities
- On-Site Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
- High Ceilings
- Air Conditioning
- Central Heat
- Dishwasher
Policies at 1687 Commonwealth Ave
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1687 Commonwealth Ave
Welcome to 1687 Commonwealth Ave in Boston's St. Elizabeth's neighborhood! This 67-unit property offers a cozy 1-bedroom floorplan with approximately 999 square feet of living space. Residents enjoy excellent access to amenities and a peaceful atmosphere on a quiet boulevard. Although pets are not permitted, you'll love the long-term rental options and fantastic amenities, including high-speed internet, beautiful hardwood floors, and convenient on-site laundry facilities. With only a select number of units to choose from, this property is a hidden gem in the heart of the city. Its prime location is a major advantage, putting you close to everything Boston has to offer.
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Address details
| Units | 67 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02135 |
1687 Commonwealth Ave #40 is great for:
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 1687 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02135, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 346 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
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Rent trends in Boston
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in St. Elizabeth's.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
St. Elizabeth's
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,450 |
| January 2024 | $2,412 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,150 |
| January 2024 | $2,150 |
| February 2024 | $2,012 |
| March 2024 | $2,075 |
| April 2024 | $2,100 |
| May 2024 | $2,100 |
| June 2024 | $2,112 |
| July 2024 | $2,168 |
| August 2024 | $2,125 |
| September 2024 | $2,128 |
| October 2024 | $2,462 |
| November 2024 | $2,436 |
| December 2024 | $2,618 |
| January 2025 | $2,412 |
| February 2025 | $2,100 |
| March 2025 | $2,047 |
| April 2025 | $2,068 |
| May 2025 | $2,100 |
| June 2025 | $2,050 |
| July 2025 | $2,050 |
| August 2025 | $2,063 |
| September 2025 | $2,100 |
| October 2025 | $2,114 |
| November 2025 | $2,268 |
| December 2025 | $1,999 |
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Can I afford to live at 1687 Commonwealth Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$91,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $2,295.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $2,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $2,225 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $2,325 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $2,225 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $2,375 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $2,295 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $2,325 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $2,545 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 months ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1687 Commonwealth Ave #40
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 1687 Commonwealth Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1687 Commonwealth Ave, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
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
4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 1687 Commonwealth Ave
Lee's Supermarket
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Whole Foods Market
15 Washington St
Father & Son Market
1437 Commonwealth Ave
Star Market
1717 Beacon St
Cheema's Market
562 Cambridge St
Lo & Hana Fashion
353 Washington St
Lo & Hana Fashion Corp
369 Washington St
Vanity Fashion
401 Washington St
Urban Outfitters
226 Harvard Ave
T.J. Maxx
525 Harvard St
Dolce Vita Cafe
1698 Commonwealth Ave
WFM Coffee Bar
15 Washington St
Dunkin'
1912 Beacon St
Dunkin'
736 Cambridge St
Dunkin'
350 Washington St
Barcelona Wine Bar
1700 Beacon St
Chipotle Mexican Grill
1924 Beacon St
Cityside American Tavern
1960 Beacon St
Burro Bar
1665 Beacon St
The Publick House
1648 Beacon St
Peace Love Cupcakes, Inc
92 Corey Rd
Sultana's Bakery & Cafe
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Athan's European Bakery
1621 Beacon St
Daniel's Bakery
395 Washington St
Athan's Bakery
407 Washington St
Wilson Park
Euston Path Rock
Commonwealth Tenants Assoc Garden
Shubow Park
Brian Honan Park
Dolce Vita Cafe
1698 Commonwealth Ave
Pizza Real
1696 Commonwealth Ave
Andels
153 Sutherland Rd
Angora Cafe 2
153 Sutherland Rd
Venus Thai Inc
148 Sutherland Rd
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