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Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Elevator
- Renovated
- Laundry
- High ceilings
Location
205 Commonwealth Ave #205, Boston, MA 02116, USA|Back Bay
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Property Overview
Bright, well-kept interiors feature beautiful exposed brick walls, high ceilings, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, gleaming hardwood floors, and fresh paint. Heat and hot water are included, adding convenience and value in a classic Boston setting.
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About 205 Commonwealth Ave #205
Great Studio on Commonwealth Across from BU The Green Line is Steps Away Supermarket, Dollar Tree and a Million Spots to Eat! High Ceilings Renovated Elevator Laundry Dishwasher AC No Broker Fee
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 205 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- Studio is 115 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.0 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Back Bay |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02116 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Back Bay
studio apartments at 205 Commonwealth Ave #205 cost about 4% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,496 |
| September 2026 | $2,500 |
| October 2026 | $2,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,625 |
| September 2026 | $2,558 |
| October 2026 | $2,726 |
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Can I afford to live at 205 Commonwealth Ave #205?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$108,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $108,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,700.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years ago | $8,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $8,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $8,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $8,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $10,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $11,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $11,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $11,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $9,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 205 Commonwealth Ave #205
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
Neighborhood
Back Bay | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 205 Commonwealth Ave #205
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 205 Commonwealth Ave #205, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-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
10/10
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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