Updated 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Modern bathroom
- Fully applianced kitchen
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Heat and hot water included
- Shared outdoor space
Location
42 Allston St, Boston, MA 02134, USA|Commonwealth
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Property Overview
42 Allston St offers a convenient Boston location with access to nearby amenities, transit, and neighborhood activity, while also presenting practical appeal for a range of everyday needs. It combines a well-situated address with features that can support comfortable city living and broad buyer interest.
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- Elementary school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 42 Allston St, Commonwealth
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Policies and fees
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 42 Allston St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 17% below the median price for 4 bedroom apartments in Commonwealth.
Zmp105327283 - *Full Broker Fee Paid By Landlord! Pay First And Security To Move!!* 3 Car Parking Included!! Bu West! Available For September 1, 2026! Phenomenal Deal On This Massive 4 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Second And Third Floor Unit On Allston Street In Allstons Highly Desirable Packards Corner Neighborhood! With So Much To Offer, This Newly Listed Unit Has Much To Be Desired! Features Include: - Tons On Natural Sunlight Beaming In From All Directions - Fully Applianced Kitchen - Hardwood Floors Throughout - Modern Bathroom - Coin-Opt Washer And Dryer - Shared Outdoor Space - Heat And Hot Water Included, And More!! Close To All Major Routes, Boston University, Right On Public Transportation, And Surrounded By All The Amenities That Packards Corner Has To Offer, This Place Is A No Brainer. Price To Rent, This Total Score Wont Last. Just Listed And Won T Last!! Available For September 1, 2026! This Is The Deal That You Ve Been Waiting For! Call Now Before Its Gone! Please,
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 42 Allston St, Boston, MA 02134, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 miles away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 miles away
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 4.0 miles from public transportation
Address details
| Neighborhood | Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02134 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Commonwealth
4-bedroom apartments at 42 Allston St cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $5,110 |
| December 2024 | $5,350 |
| January 2025 | $5,187 |
| February 2025 | $5,125 |
| March 2025 | $5,000 |
| April 2025 | $5,000 |
| May 2025 | $4,934 |
| June 2025 | $4,837 |
| July 2025 | $4,800 |
| August 2025 | $4,800 |
| September 2025 | $4,800 |
| October 2025 | $4,798 |
| November 2025 | $5,020 |
| December 2025 | $5,548 |
| January 2026 | $5,639 |
| February 2026 | $5,378 |
| March 2026 | $5,220 |
| April 2026 | $5,199 |
| May 2026 | $5,078 |
| June 2026 | $4,962 |
| July 2026 | $4,850 |
| August 2026 | $4,760 |
| September 2026 | $4,800 |
| October 2026 | $4,750 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $4,660 |
| December 2024 | $4,606 |
| January 2025 | $4,718 |
| February 2025 | $4,675 |
| March 2025 | $4,460 |
| April 2025 | $4,500 |
| May 2025 | $4,510 |
| June 2025 | $4,600 |
| July 2025 | $4,540 |
| August 2025 | $4,571 |
| September 2025 | $4,600 |
| October 2025 | $4,478 |
| November 2025 | $4,730 |
| December 2025 | $4,800 |
| January 2026 | $4,800 |
| February 2026 | $4,800 |
| March 2026 | $4,687 |
| April 2026 | $4,700 |
| May 2026 | $4,700 |
| June 2026 | $4,656 |
| July 2026 | $4,550 |
| August 2026 | $4,469 |
| September 2026 | $4,412 |
| October 2026 | $4,250 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 42 Allston St?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$140,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $140,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,500.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $3,500 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,950 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,950 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $4,500 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 42 Allston St
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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
Getting around Boston near 42 Allston St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
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 42 Allston St, Boston
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
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
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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Buffalo Exchange
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Awol
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Moge Tee Allston
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Starbucks
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Dunkin'
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Gong Cha
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Silhouette Lounge
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Avenue Bar & Grill
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Habierano Mexican Grill
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Tavern in the Square
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Patrons
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Casa Brasil Bakery Inc
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Berezka International Food Store
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Bazaar International Gourmet
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Sakanaya
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Grasshopper
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Jackson/Mann Schoolyard
Ringer Park
Union Square
Penniman Road Play Area
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Burger King
210 Brighton Ave
La Mamma Pizza & More
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Avenue Bar & Grill
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Sweet Kingdom
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