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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Walk in closet
  • Heat
  • Flexible space
  • Elevator building
  • Private bedroom area

Location

16 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA|Back Bay
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Management

Charlesgate Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(339) 218-3317

Property Overview

16 Commonwealth Avenue offers a strong overall rental experience, with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating supported by standout scores for amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness. It combines competitive value with useful features like hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, heat, flexible space, elevator access, and a private bedroom area, while also standing out for its many nearby dining, cultural, fitness, and wellness options.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 16 Commonwealth Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 16 Commonwealth Avenue 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
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

Studios CStudio1 bath700 sqft$2,650 /mo1 unit availableApply now: https screen boompay app a ElStCB8t7haeWnkn2njI SEPTEMBER 1 MOVE IN Back Bay top floor studio with flexible space (could have a private bedroom area) on the 1st block of Commonwealth Avenue! 9/1 move in. This 5th floor front facing unit is in an elevator building with central air. Hardwood floors throughout. Decorative fireplace. Small kitchen area. Current tenant uses as a studio with a large pantry area - could be used as a bedroom area. Walk in closet. Heat, hot water and electricity are included! September 1 move in. Cat ok, sorry no dogs or undergrads.
1 bed/ 1 bath B1 bed1 bath750 sqft$3,400 /mo1 unit availableApply now: https screen boompay app a Q3J3xuHaM5FDLY3SnRlH SEPTEMBER 1 - Commonwealth Avenue 1 bedroom with private patio on the 1st block of Comm Ave! This garden level unit features hardwood floors and central air. Decorative fireplace in the spacious living room. Common laundry in the building. Heat, hot water and electricity included! 9/1 move in. Sorry, no dogs allowed.

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Amenities for 16 Commonwealth Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air
ElectricityHeat and Hot Water
Private Patio

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Common LaundryElevator
Onsite Laundry

Services

Heat, Hot Water & Electricity Included
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units12
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About 16 Commonwealth Avenue

HomeApartments in BostonBack Bay 16 Commonwealth Avenue

Apply now: https screen boompay app a ElStCB8t7haeWnkn2njI SEPTEMBER 1 MOVE IN Back Bay top floor studio with flexible space (could have a private bedroom area) on the 1st block of Commonwealth Avenue! 9/1 move in. This 5th floor front facing unit is in an elevator building with central air. Hardwood floors throughout. Decorative fireplace. Small kitchen area. Current tenant uses as a studio with a large pantry area - could be used as a bedroom area. Walk in closet. Heat, hot water and electricity are included! September 1 move in. Cat ok, sorry no dogs or undergrads.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 16 Commonwealth Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 16 Commonwealth Avenue 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 16 Commonwealth Avenue
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, 16 Commonwealth Avenue 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.
16 Commonwealth Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including common laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 16 Commonwealth Avenue 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.
16 Commonwealth Avenue 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·9A 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.
16 Commonwealth Avenue has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

16 Commonwealth Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • 1157 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 1404 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 105 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 318 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Wellness

  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 24 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • 174 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • There are 72 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 16 Commonwealth Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
Studio is 202 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 61 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Back Bay

Studio apartments at 16 Commonwealth Avenue cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Back Bay.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Back Bay.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,400
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
July 2026$2,443
August 2026$2,500
A table of studio rental data trends in Back Bay
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,485
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$2,592
July 2026$2,637
August 2026$2,650

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$106,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $106,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,650.
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Schools near 16 Commonwealth Avenue

ABCD South Boston Head Start

424 west broadway

south boston, MA, 2127

PKPublic

ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer

125 mercer st

south boston, MA, 2127

PKPublic

Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road

333 washington st

brookline, MA, 2445

PKPublic

ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start

22 elm hill ave

dorchester, MA, 2121

PKPublic

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic
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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 16 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 16 Commonwealth Ave, Boston

Groceries

9/10
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

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-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 16 Commonwealth Ave

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

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