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Highlights
- Direct elevator access
- One full off-street parking space
- Premier city location
Location
294 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA|Back Bay
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Property Overview
Direct elevator access, one full off-street parking space, and a premier city location stand out, along with a strong value-per-square-foot position and 53 photos that offer a clear preview. Nearby community spaces, walkable access, transit options, 600 restaurants within a mile, and 98 parks also make the area appealing for an active, connected lifestyle.
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- Elevator
- Fireplace
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Amenities for 294 Commonwealth Ave, Back Bay
Features
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
| Furnished | Hardwood Floor |
Community
| Elevator | Roof Deck |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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Property details
| Lease terms | 1+ month |
|---|
About 294 Commonwealth Ave
The "ART HOUSE" PENTHOUSE Rental comes FURNISHED with Flexible Lease Terms: 3 Months, 6 Months, 9 months or 12 Months. This Back Bay Brownstone has Direct ELEVATOR Access & One Full Off-Street Parking Space, Included! This Top Floor Duplex Condo has 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 2833 Square Feet with a Private Roof Deck! Large Sun-Drenched Rooms, Bright Oak Hardwood Floors, Gas Fireplace. In-Unit W/D + Central A/C. Premier City Location in the Heart of the Back Bay on Commonwealth Ave near Newbury Street. Steps to the BEST Restaurants, Boutique shops & Galleries. Walking distance to the Public Garden & Fenway Park.
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 294 Commonwealth Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 2033 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Fireplace
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- 3-bedrooms are $10890 more than the median rent in this area
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.9 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.7 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Back Bay |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02115 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Back Bay
3-bedroom apartments at 294 Commonwealth Ave cost about 95% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $4,075 |
| December 2024 | $4,200 |
| January 2025 | $4,212 |
| February 2025 | $4,175 |
| March 2025 | $4,072 |
| April 2025 | $4,080 |
| May 2025 | $4,010 |
| June 2025 | $3,998 |
| July 2025 | $3,959 |
| August 2025 | $3,934 |
| September 2025 | $3,900 |
| October 2025 | $3,836 |
| November 2025 | $3,940 |
| December 2025 | $4,225 |
| January 2026 | $4,275 |
| February 2026 | $4,207 |
| March 2026 | $4,200 |
| April 2026 | $4,193 |
| May 2026 | $4,200 |
| June 2026 | $4,118 |
| July 2026 | $3,975 |
| August 2026 | $3,900 |
| September 2026 | $3,900 |
| October 2026 | $3,883 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $6,599 |
| December 2024 | $6,599 |
| January 2025 | $6,599 |
| February 2025 | $6,449 |
| March 2025 | $5,880 |
| April 2025 | $5,675 |
| May 2025 | $5,840 |
| June 2025 | $5,900 |
| July 2025 | $6,442 |
| August 2025 | $6,932 |
| September 2025 | $6,661 |
| October 2025 | $6,326 |
| November 2025 | $7,176 |
| December 2025 | $6,968 |
| January 2026 | $6,851 |
| February 2026 | $6,185 |
| March 2026 | $5,700 |
| April 2026 | $5,650 |
| May 2026 | $6,080 |
| June 2026 | $5,900 |
| July 2026 | $6,050 |
| August 2026 | $6,040 |
| September 2026 | $6,000 |
| October 2026 | $7,089 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 294 Commonwealth Ave
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
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 294 Commonwealth Ave
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 294 Commonwealth Ave, 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
9/10
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 294 Commonwealth Ave
Trader Joe's
899 Boylston St
Deluca's Back Bay Market & Gift Baskets
239 Newbury St
Wild Duck Food Market
362 Commonwealth Ave
Star Market
53 Huntington Ave
Marlboro Market
45 Massachusetts Ave
Jordan the Tailor
271 Newbury St
Free People
899 Boylston St
Best Fit Tailoring
268 Newbury St
Sneaker Junkies
268 Newbury St
Tracksmith
285 Newbury St
pressed juicery
288 Newbury St
Gong Cha
270 Newbury St
Blue Bottle Coffee
800 Boylston St
Starbucks
176 Boylston St
Dunkin'
800 Boylston St
Back Bay Social Club
867 Boylston St
A.T. O'Keeffe's
911 Boylston St
The Capital Grille
900 Boylston Street Hynes Convention Ctr
Stratus
800 Boylston St
Piattini
226 Newbury St
Lady M Confections
304 Newbury St
Poke Bento
827 Boylston St
Little Miss Cupcape
250 Newbury St
My Stylist Marcus
222 Newbury St
Eataly
800 Boylston Street
Playground
Sitting Grove
Garden
Belvidere/Dalton Plaza
Garden
Cafe Jaffa
48 Gloucester St
Krasi
48 Gloucester St
Select Oyster Bar
50 Gloucester St
Emack & Bolio's
290 Newbury St
Back Bay Social Club
867 Boylston St
800 Boylston Street
Back Bay
Boylston St / Prudential Center
Jersey & Queensberry - Pk & Tremont Sts, Watertown Bus Yard - Kenmore Square
Dalton St / Belvidere St
Jersey & Queensberry - Pk & Tremont Sts, Watertown Bus Yard - Kenmore Square
Ring Rd / Boylston St
Forest Hills Station - Back Bay Station, City Point - Copley Station
Boylston St / Massachusetts Ave
Jersey & Queensberry - Pk & Tremont Sts, Watertown Bus Yard - Kenmore Square
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