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Highlights

  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Large kitchen
  • Shared laundry in the building
  • Living room
  • Heat and hot water included
  • Recessed lighting throughout

Location

186 Commonwealth Ave #B2, Boston, MA 02116, USA|Back Bay

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(617) 262-4500

Property Overview

Spacious bedrooms and a large kitchen enhance comfort and functionality, while recessed lighting throughout adds a modern touch. The inclusion of heat and hot water in the rent offers significant value, complemented by shared laundry facilities for convenience. Its location in a desirable area further supports an appealing living experience.

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

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life

Amenities for 186 Commonwealth Ave #B2, Back Bay

Features

Hardwood Floor

Community

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor Space
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months
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About 186 Commonwealth Ave #B2

HomeApartments in BostonBack Bay 186 Commonwealth Ave #B2, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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This listing is 36% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Back Bay.

This is a garden level 2 bed in a premier condo building on Commonwealth around the corner from Newbury Street and Copley Square. Spacious bedrooms, living room and large kitchen. Recessed lighting throughout. Heat and hot water included and shared laundry in the building! NO BROKER FEES


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 186 Commonwealth Avenue ##B2, Boston, MA 02116, US compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodBack Bay
Zip code02116
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in Back Bay

2-bedroom apartments at 186 Commonwealth Ave #B2 cost about 36% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
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A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$3,535
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
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Back Bay
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$4,697
July 2024$4,562
August 2024$5,270
September 2024$5,814
October 2024$5,781
November 2024$5,395
December 2024$5,302
January 2025$5,161
February 2025$5,100
March 2025$4,781
April 2025$5,415
May 2025$5,240
June 2025$4,985
July 2025$5,012
August 2025$5,337
September 2025$5,596
October 2025$5,706
November 2025$5,707
December 2025$5,525
January 2026$5,658
February 2026$5,354
March 2026$5,476
April 2026$5,437
May 2026$5,467

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 186 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA.
2 months ago$3,6502 bed1 bath
11 months ago$3,6002 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,6002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$3,5002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$3,5002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$3,2501 bed1 bath
2 years ago$3,2501 bed1 bath
3 years ago$3,7001 bed1 bath
3 years ago$3,4001 bed1 bath

Schools near 186 Commonwealth Ave #B2

ABCD South Boston Head Start

424 west broadway

south boston, MA, 2127

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ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer

125 mercer st

south boston, MA, 2127

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Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road

333 washington st

brookline, MA, 2445

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ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start

22 elm hill ave

dorchester, MA, 2121

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ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

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Neighborhood

Back Bay | Boston, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Boston near 186 Commonwealth Ave #B2

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 186 Commonwealth Ave #B2, Boston

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional 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

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 186 Commonwealth Ave #B2

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Other units at this address

186 Commonwealth Avenue ##B2 Boston, MA

Occupied

2 Beds, 1 Bath

Our team has verified this company

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,995

Listed by Suzanne Conway
Days on market: 1555
Renovated 2 Bedroom on Comm Ave in well maintained building. Recently renovated condo with hardwood floors throughout. Kitchen has new cabinets and granite counter-tops. Good size bedrooms, and new bathroom as well. Heat and hot water included. Building has elevator, common laundry room, and bike room. Amazing location, close to everything!

Occupied

3F

Studio

1 Bath

$2,350

Listed by Ben Carroll
Days on market: 1557
AVAILABLE 06/01/2022 VIRTUAL TOURS AVAILABLE! A very large, and modernized first floor 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom rental apartment available for lease on Commonwealth Ave in the heart of Back Bay! The unit is located in a professionally managed building on the corner of Dartmouth St and is very close to the MBTA Green Line, Copley Sq, and the Prudential Center! Heat & Hot Water are included in the rent price, and there is shared laundry on-site! Cats ok-No dogs or undergraduate students Please email Ben with any questions or to schedule a viewing of the property! BenC @ Benjaminapartments. com Ben Carroll of Benjamin Apartments & Cityside Homes Real Estate Professional 860 - 485 -5721 Search Boston's largest selection of apartments at www benjaminapartments com Transportation Bus: 1 Massachusetts Ave @ Newbury St (0.50 mi) Bus: 10 Boylston St @ Dartmouth St (0.12 mi) Bus: 43 Tremont St @ Berkeley St (0.62 mi) Bus: 39 Back Bay (0.35 mi) Bus: 55 Boylston St opp Gloucester St (0.29 mi) Tram: E Prudential (0.40 mi) Bus: 9 Ring Rd @ Boylston St (0.17 mi) Subway: Orange Line Back Bay (0.32 mi) Rail: Franklin Line Back Bay (0.32 mi) Tram: D Copley (0.11 mi) Bus: 504 Stuart St @ Dartmouth St (0.25 mi) **Benjamin Apartments has access to one of the largest rental databases in the greater Boston area. Even if this particular unit is not exactly what you are looking for in a rental unit, please reach out via email with what type of unit you are looking for, and we can share what else is currently available in the area!**

Occupied

63

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,850

Listed by Key Realty Group
Days on market: 3334
This is the quintessential top floor, front facing one bedroom Back Bay brownstone apartment you've been looking for! Located on the corner of Commonwealth Ave and Exeter Street (arguably the best location in Back Bay). You're on the 6th floor, so the views are incredible but, don't worry - there's an elevator! The panoramic views span from beyond the Zakim Bridge all the way across the Charles River to the landmark Citgo Sign. Watch the fireworks over the Charles River from your living room and stroll only a half block over to Newbury Street! This unit sports a oversized kitchen with a perfect layout for entertaining. His and her closets in the bedroom with plenty of storage for all of your clothes, shoes or whatever else. Move-in and all of your friends and family will come visit with jealously - prime location coupled with everything you dream of when you think of a Back Bay brownstone apartment. There are many apartments in Back Bay but, this particular opportunity doesn't come around often. Come see for yourself!

Occupied

53

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,950

Listed by Mark Fumicello
Days on market: 4001
CHARM CHARM CHARM Lovely Comm Ave gem with big bay windows and gorgeous fireplace. Oversized living room and bedroom. In unit washer dryer. Elevator. Dining area. Call today to tour!

Occupied

24

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,995

Listed by Calla Gillies
Days on market: 2557
RARE FIND!! Beautifully maintained one-bedroom, plus small office nook, in the heart of Back Bay. Eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, overlooking a window-filled living space with mosaic tile fireplace, leading to your large private deck. High ceilings, arched doorways and built-in cabinetry truly compliment this bright space. No pets. Available 9/1. Contact CALLA today (774) 521-6975

Occupied

1 Bed, 1 Bath

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,250

Listed by Leasing Office
Days on market: 3264
Top floor gem available in a prime Back Bay location. This bright stunning home has spectacular views overlooking Back Bay and beyond. Featuring a modern kitchen and bath, hardwood floors, laundry in the building, and elevator access. Contact Pauline Golden Real Estate Resources Boston Cell: (781) 691-6830 x13 www.rerboston.com “The Key to Your Success”

Occupied

6

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,250

Listed by Alp Kantar
Days on market: 831
Great location in Back bay. Easy to walk for Bu, Longwood area. Classic Victoria style unit with decent space of living room, kitchen and dining area, and bedroom with two full size of closet. This building has a elevator and unit is top floor. You can see beautiful view on the street. It's vacant now! Ready to move in!

Occupied

#33

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,400

Listed by Andrew Bemben
Days on market: 1423
Situated in an historic 19th century Romanesque building, this elegant front facing one bed plus study overlooks the Commonwealth Avenue mall. A fire-placed living room with a wide bow of windows opens onto a gracious study w/ custom built-ins. The kitchen and bath were both recently refurbished, hardwood floors throughout. An established association, there is an elevator, bicycle storage room, and laundry facility on site. Please contact Andrew Bemben with any inquiries or to set up a showing. (413)-320-3289 Cabot & Company.

Occupied

23

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,700

Listed by Michael Schwartz
Days on market: 1080
Commonwealth Ave, Back Bay! Elegant front facing one bedroom overlooking the Commonwealth Avenue mall. Large fire-placed living room with a wide bow of windows w/ custom built-ins. Open kitchen with large island and plenty of cabinetry. Spacious bedroom with two closets. Hardwood floors throughout, Washer/dryer in unit, heat and hot water included. An established association, there is an elevator, bicycle storage room, and additional laundry facility on site.

Occupied

#B2

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,500

Listed by Robeson Rogers
Days on market: 2126
No Broker Fee! First, Last, Security Deposit Heat and Hot Water Students Welcomed Recently remodeled 186 Comm Ave and Exeter Unit B2 2 bed, 1 bath $2995/mo available 9/1 (negotiable for the right tenants) Hardwood floor in every room including Kitchen Kitchen –Hardwood Floors, New Cabinets, Granite Countertops Garden level, rear No Pets Students with In-state Cosigner are OK Prefer Young Professional $2995 month First, Last and Deposit and $200 move-in fee Laundry in the Building

Occupied

1

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,700

Listed by Jessica Anderson
Days on market: 3055
Great garden level 2 bed, with an updated kitchen and bath! 2 Full size bedrooms and a nice living room space. In a beautiful professionally managed building!

Occupied

B2CB

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,795

Listed by Cameron Bonora
Days on market: 2507
Gorgeous 2 Bed Available in Back Bay! Features: - Beautiful hardwood floors - Perfect space for entertaining - Close proximity to restaurants - Granite countertops Boardwalk Properties is not liable for any errors, omissions and change in price, prior sale, rent and without notice. All information from sources reliable but not guaranteed. Photos of the properties reflect conditions at the time the information was obtained. We are pledged to this letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the Nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are no barriers to housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.

Occupied

33

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,950

Listed by Calla Gillies
Days on market: 4124
FRONT FACING on Commonwealth Ave. Elevator/laundry in building. Large living room with bow window. Heat and hot water included. Gorgeous building in PRIME location! Call/ text Calla today (774) 521-6975

Occupied

33A

2 Beds

1 Bath

$3,400

Listed by Iana Ulianova
Days on market: 1403
Iana Ulianova | CABOT AND COMPANY | 617-935-5605 With oversized bay windows overlooking the Commonwealth mall, this One bedroom plus office/guest room is a rare find in the Back Bay. Decorative fire-placed living room with a wide bow of windows opens onto a gracious study w/ custom built-ins and Murphy bed. Good size bedroom with ample closet space. The kitchen and bath were both recently refurbished, hardwood floors throughout. An established association, there is an elevator, bicycle storage room, and laundry facility on site. Available NOW Broker Fee - 1 month With questions or to schedule a showing please call iana - 617-935-5605

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