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1687 Commonwealth Ave1687 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02135, USA
1687 Commonwealth Ave1687 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02135, USA
Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $2,250–$2,295The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1–2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 0–999 |
Updated 4 Hours Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 66 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02135 |
Property Overview
Located on a quiet boulevard, 1687 Commonwealth Ave offers two large bedrooms, on-site laundry and laundry in the building, plus heat and hot water included. Nearby schools are within about a quarter to a third of a mile, and the listing stands out for its strong value metrics and extensive photo coverage.
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
Less expensive- More space
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- on site laundry
- laundry in building
- two large bedrooms
- heat and hot water included
- quiet boulevard
Units
1687 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA
1687 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA
Available
38
1 Bed
1 Bath
$2,295
On-Site Laundry • Hardwood Floor
Available
2 Beds, 1 Bath
2 Beds
1 Bath
$2,250
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
- Elevator
- On-Site Laundry
- Controlled Access
- Storage
Unit Amenities
- On-Site Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
- Central Heat
- Air Conditioning
- High Ceilings
- 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
Live at 1687 Commonwealth Ave in Boston's St. Elizabeth's neighborhood! This property offers 67 units, with a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom options, each approximately 999 square feet in size. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including high-speed internet, hardwood floors, and on-site laundry facilities. The building also features laundry facilities and heat and hot water are included in the rent. Plus, with its quiet boulevard location, you'll appreciate the peaceful atmosphere. As a pet-friendly property, you can bring your furry friends along! With only long-term rentals, you can make this place your home. Currently, there are units to choose from, so don't miss out on this great opportunity!
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Address details
| Units | 66 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02135 |
1687 Commonwealth Ave 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
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 399 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Boston
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% lower than 1-bedrooms in St. Elizabeth's.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1687 Commonwealth Ave to be 22% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in St. Elizabeth's.
Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
St. Elizabeth's
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,437 |
| 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 | $2,500 |
| February 2026 | $2,427 |
| March 2026 | $2,500 |
| April 2026 | $2,500 |
| May 2026 | $2,494 |
| June 2026 | $2,464 |
| July 2026 | $2,443 |
| August 2026 | $2,496 |
| September 2026 | $2,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,137 |
| 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 |
| January 2026 | $2,079 |
| February 2026 | $2,088 |
| March 2026 | $2,100 |
| April 2026 | $2,137 |
| May 2026 | $2,102 |
| June 2026 | $2,100 |
| July 2026 | $2,098 |
| August 2026 | $2,031 |
| September 2026 | $2,000 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1687 Commonwealth Ave?
Bedrooms
Rent-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 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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $2,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,250 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,195 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,265 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,295 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $2,285 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $2,935 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $2,425 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1687 Commonwealth Ave
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
PKPublic
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 1687 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
6/10
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 1687 Commonwealth Ave, Boston
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of 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
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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Lo & Hana Fashion
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Dolce Vita Cafe
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Kung Fu Tea
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Chipotle Mexican Grill
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Barcelona Wine Bar
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Cityside American Tavern
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Burro Bar
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The Publick House
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Peace Love Cupcakes, Inc
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Sultana's Bakery & Cafe
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Athan's European Bakery
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Johnny's D's Fruit & Produce
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Daniel's Bakery
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