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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Spacious bedrooms
- Laundry in unit
Location
261 Commonwealth Ave #9, Boston, MA 02116, USA|Back Bay
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Property Overview
Located in Boston’s Back Bay, this residence offers a desirable address with access to shops, dining, transit, and nearby city amenities. It may appeal to buyers seeking an urban lifestyle, convenient commuting options, and a well-situated home in a classic neighborhood.
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
Eco-friendly trash disposal- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Eco living
Amenities for 261 Commonwealth Ave #9, Back Bay
Features
| Dryer | Electricity |
| Gas | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings | Radiant |
| Utilities Included | Washer |
| Water |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Sewage |
Services
| Garbage | Recycling |
Neighborhood
| Street |
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
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 261 Commonwealth Ave #9
Sweet deal!
This listing is 23% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Back Bay.
Property Id: 2950055 2 bedroom, 1 bath on the 4th floor. Open layout with high ceilings, skylights, hardwood floors and an exposed brick wall. Both bedrooms are spacious, and the kitchen and bedroom windows look out over the city. - 2 spacious bedrooms - 1 full bath - Laundry in unit - Hardwood floors and exposed brick - All utilities included in rent - No broker's fee Available today. Ideal lease term through Aug 31, 2027, but flexible. Move-in date is flexible. Message to arrange a tour. Contact: ****, 508-233-0322.
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 261 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This address has recycling pickup
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.8 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.7 miles away
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.8 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Back Bay |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02116 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Back Bay
2-bedroom apartments at 261 Commonwealth Ave #9 cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $3,597 |
| July 2026 | $3,577 |
| August 2026 | $3,541 |
| September 2026 | $3,535 |
| October 2026 | $3,559 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| June 2026 | $5,373 |
| July 2026 | $5,510 |
| August 2026 | $5,944 |
| September 2026 | $5,772 |
| October 2026 | $5,682 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$176,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $176,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,400.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 years ago | $3,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 261 Commonwealth Ave #9
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
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Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Neighborhood
Back Bay | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 261 Commonwealth Ave #9
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 261 Commonwealth Ave #9, Boston
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
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
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