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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • On-site laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Heat included
  • Laundry on-site
  • Large living area

Location

1277 Commonwealth Ave, Allston, MA 02134, USA|Commonwealth
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Charlesgate Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(617) 620-2299

Property Overview

1277 Commonwealth Ave offers a strong overall renter experience, with a 7.7 expert rating, competitive pricing, solid amenities, and a highly rated location. Notable features include a dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, heat included, on-site laundry, and a large living area, while the nearest grocery store is about 4.6 miles away.

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

7.7
Very Good
1277 Commonwealth Ave is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Wellness

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath650 sqft$2,040 /mo1 unit availableApply now: https screen boompay app a EIsfr7WyHGXjaNkfTU4y Come see this spacious top floor studio. Located in the heart of Allston close to restaurants, bars, and with easy access to the T. The unit features multiple closets throughout plus a separate kitchen pantry, offering a ton of closet and storage space. Large living area with a great decorative fireplace. This is on the 4th floor of a professionally-managed building, with elevator and laundry on-site. (Note: photos in ad are from a similar studio unit in the building.)
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqft$2,375 /mo1 unit availableApply now: https screen boompay app a SDyEDZ7g4s5Gw6ove20L Oversized 1 bedroom unit right on Commonwealth Ave, in the heart of Allston available for 8/1 move in date. Large bedroom with good sized-closet. Huge living room with great natural light. Galley kitchen with good cabinet space and dishwasher. Professionally-managed building in a prime Allston location steps to the T, with heat, hot water, and gas included, and laundry on-site.
1 bed/ 1 bath1 bed1 bath650 sqft$2,450 /mo1 unit availableApply now: https screen boompay app a cVshvJU7iJ6yheY4AKHh Come see this huge 1 bedroom corner unit right on Commonwealth Ave. Located in the heart of Allston close to restaurants, bars, and easy access to the T. The unit features multiple closets throughout, offering a ton of closet and storage space. Spacious bedroom, and a huge open living room with lots of windows for great natural sunlight, plus a separate nook perfect for a desk or home office. The kitchen is updated with newer granite countertops and stainless steel appliances including a gas stove and dishwasher. This is on the 3rd floor of a professionally-managed building, with laundry on-site. Available for August 1st.

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Apply now: https screen boompay app a cVshvJU7iJ6yheY4AKHh Come see this huge 1 bedroom corner unit right on Commonwealth Ave. Located in the heart of Allston close to restaurants, bars, and easy access to the T. The unit features multiple closets throughout, offering a ton of closet and storage space. Spacious bedroom, and a huge open living room with lots of windows for great natural sunlight, plus a separate nook perfect for a desk or home office. The kitchen is updated with newer granite countertops and stainless steel appliances including a gas stove and dishwasher. This is on the 3rd floor of a professionally-managed building, with laundry on-site. Available for August 1st.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
1277 Commonwealth Ave is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 1277 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, 1277 Commonwealth Ave is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Commonwealth. 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1277 Commonwealth Ave is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1277 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 1277 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·7A 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.
1277 Commonwealth Ave provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1277 Commonwealth Ave is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • Communal green spaces or garden
  • There are 40 grocery stores within 1 mile

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 1277 Commonwealth Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Commonwealth

Studio apartments at 1277 Commonwealth Ave cost about 3% less than the average rent price for studios in Commonwealth.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% higher than 1-bedrooms in Commonwealth.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$2,389
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$2,464
A table of studio rental data trends in Commonwealth
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$2,077
August 2024$2,125
September 2024$2,085
October 2024$2,043
November 2024$2,018
December 2024$1,995
January 2025$2,017
February 2025$2,025
March 2025$2,020
April 2025$2,025
May 2025$2,044
June 2025$2,018
July 2025$2,025
August 2025$2,003
September 2025$2,037
October 2025$2,041
November 2025$1,998
December 2025$2,035
January 2026$2,045
February 2026$2,079
March 2026$2,100
April 2026$2,105
May 2026$2,084
June 2026$2,100

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$81,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $81,600 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,040.
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Schools near 1277 Commonwealth Ave

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
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Getting around Allston near 1277 Commonwealth Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

4/10
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
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1277 Commonwealth Ave, Allston

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 1277 Commonwealth Ave

Allston Market
169 Harvard Ave
Linden's Superette
101 Brighton Ave
Bazaar on Cambridge
424 Cambridge St
Cheema's Market
562 Cambridge St
Hong Kong Supermarket Hong
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