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Highlights

  • Heat and hot water included
  • Complimentary on-site laundry room
  • Easy access

Location

82 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA|Back Bay
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Property Overview

82 Commonwealth Ave offers strong value with an overall 8/10 Zumper Expert Rating, highlighted by excellent price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness scores. It stands out for convenience and ease of living with heat and hot water included, on-site laundry, and easy access, while nearby schools, parks, gyms, restaurants, and cultural venues make it especially appealing for social life and fitness or wellness.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 82 Commonwealth Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 82 Commonwealth Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqftDiscover Commonwealth Ave One Bed, a well-appointed one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in the heart of Back Bay, Boston. This unit features hardwood floors and high ceilings that enhance the living space, with heat and hot water included for straightforward monthly costs. Building conveniences include a complimentary on-site laundry room, and the residence captures classic Back Bay charm and character. Located for easy access to neighborhood shops, transit, and dining, this apartment provides a comfortable, central Back Bay living option.

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Amenities for 82 Commonwealth Ave

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHeat/Hot Water Included
High CeilingHigh Ceilings

Building

Onsite Laundry

Services

Professionally Managed
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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Building details

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About 82 Commonwealth Ave

HomeApartments in BostonBack Bay 82 Commonwealth Ave

Discover Commonwealth Ave One Bed, a well-appointed one-bedroom, one-bath apartment in the heart of Back Bay, Boston. This unit features hardwood floors and high ceilings that enhance the living space, with heat and hot water included for straightforward monthly costs. Building conveniences include a complimentary on-site laundry room, and the residence captures classic Back Bay charm and character. Located for easy access to neighborhood shops, transit, and dining, this apartment provides a comfortable, central Back Bay living option.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 82 Commonwealth Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 82 Commonwealth Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 82 Commonwealth Ave
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 82 Commonwealth Ave is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Back Bay. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
82 Commonwealth Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 82 Commonwealth Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
82 Commonwealth Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 82 Commonwealth Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

82 Commonwealth Ave is great for:

Social life

  • 972 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 341 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 1401 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 152 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Wellness

  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 188 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 71 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • 171 parks nearby

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 82 Commonwealth Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Back Bay

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,350
July 2024$2,390
August 2024$2,399
September 2024$2,418
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$2,470
A table of studio rental data trends in Back Bay
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,350
July 2024$2,418
August 2024$2,474
September 2024$2,482
October 2024$2,630
November 2024$2,705
December 2024$2,531
January 2025$2,475
February 2025$2,328
March 2025$2,495
April 2025$2,675
May 2025$2,820
June 2025$2,665
July 2025$2,620
August 2025$2,644
September 2025$2,690
October 2025$2,751
November 2025$2,730
December 2025$2,655
January 2026$2,657
February 2026$2,438
March 2026$2,498
April 2026$2,582
May 2026$2,574
June 2026$2,585

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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 82 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

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

Points of interest for 82 Commonwealth Ave, Boston

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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

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

Explore the area around 82 Commonwealth Ave

Trader Joe's
500 Boylston St
Star Market
53 Huntington Ave
Deluca's Market
11 Charles St
Trader Joe's
899 Boylston St
Jia Ho Supermarket
692 Washington St

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