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$3,100 Total Monthly Price

1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4

Boston, MA 02134

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Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

830 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Medical Services
Open Floorplan
Property is near public transit and schools
Wood Flooring
Jogging Path
Intercom

1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4

About This Home

$3,100 deposit, Available Now

Available 9/1/2026. This spacious 2-bedroom apartment is located in the heart of Allston,the vibrant neighborhood in close proximity to Boston University academic buildings,dorms and libraries. The open floor plan with wood flooring creates a sense of expansive comfort and offers abundant natural light,distinguished by the presence of a charming decorative fireplace. With its prime location the property offers easy access to public transportation,with the Harvard Avenue and Packards Corner Green Line B Branch T-stops within 0.2 mile. It is conveniently located near city arteries: Commonwealth Ave,the Mass Pike. The area is rich with amenities,including many grocery options (Star Market,H-Mart,Whole Foods Market,Trader Joe's,international food markets),multiple retail areas,various restaurants,and medical facilities. Recreational amenities include Commonwealth Sports Club,the Charles River with its biking/running paths,Fenway Park,the Museum of Fine Arts. Pets negotiable. MLS# 73476418

1157 Commonwealth Ave is a condo located in Suffolk County and the 02134 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1920

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Walk-In Closet Primary bedroom located on second floor 1 Full Bathroom 2 Bedrooms

Flooring

Wood Ceramic Tile Wall to Wall Carpet

Home Design

Entry on the 2nd floor

Home Security

Intercom

Interior Spaces

Open Floorplan Living Room with Fireplace 830 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Breakfast Bar Stove Range Freezer Dishwasher Disposal

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,100 Property Available on 9/1/26 12 Month Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 1207715 Rent includes heat, hot water, gas, water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, extra storage

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

830 Sq Ft Lot

Utilities

Cooling Available Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops Coin Laundry

Overview

Property has a Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Recreation

Jogging Path

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $3,100

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Contact

Listed by Elizabeth Rolshchikova | Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Neighborhood

Situated about five miles west of Downtown Boston, Commonwealth boasts a vibrant atmosphere with charming brick buildings, local shops, delectable restaurants, numerous entertainment options, lush parks and playgrounds, and a diverse population. Commonwealth is convenient to several renowned attractions, including the John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline Booksmith, and Brighton Music Hall.

Commonwealth residents also enjoy quick access to Boston College, making the area especially popular among the institution’s students, faculty, and staff. A host of T stops strewn along Commonwealth Avenue provide easy commutes and travels to Greater Boston as well as convenience to an array of metropolitan amenities.

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Amenities

Dishwasher
Disposal

Range
Refrigerator

Freezer

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Boston University	Walk:	20 min	1.0 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Simmons College	Drive:	5 min	1.9 mi
Emmanuel College	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi

1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 is within 20 minutes or 1.0 miles from Boston University. It is also near Lesley Univ., Art Institute and Emmanuel College.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Harvard Avenue Station, located 0.2 mile from 1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4. 1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.3 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Harvard Avenue Station	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
Packard's Corner Station	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
Babcock Street Station	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Griggs Street/Long Avenue Station	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Pleasant Street Station	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Yawkey	Drive:	4 min	2.4 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	7 min	2.8 mi
Porter Square	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi
Back Bay Station	Drive:	10 min	4.2 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	10 min	5.2 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	15 min	8.3 mi

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Good Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Very Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Star Market Plaza	Walk:	5 min	0.3 mi
Allston Marketplace	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Washington Street Plaza	Drive:	2 min	1.3 mi

1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 2-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Chestnut Hill Reservation	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site	Drive:	7 min	2.5 mi
Charles River Reservation	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi

1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coit Observatory, and Charles River Reservation.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Arbour Human Resource Institute	Walk:	8 min	0.5 mi
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center	Walk:	18 min	0.9 mi
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center	Drive:	2 min	1.1 mi

1157 Commonwealth Ave Unit 4 has 3 hospitals within 1.1 miles, the nearest is Arbour Human Resource Institute which is 0.5 mile away and a 8 minute walk.