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1277 Commonwealth Ave

1277 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02134

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Property Information

  • Built in 1916
  • 50 units/4 stories

About 1277 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02134

Thanks for visiting 1277 Commonwealth Ave. This property is situated in the Commonwealth area of Boston. The professional leasing team will assist you in finding your dream apartment. Experience a better way of living at 1277 Commonwealth Ave. Contact us or stop by the leasing office to see available floor plans.

1277 Commonwealth Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02134 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Public Transportation
  • Walk-Up

Apartment Features

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  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
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  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
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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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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 3650-3652 Sq Ft $1,200 $2,284 $9,186
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 3469-3470 Sq Ft $900 $2,619 $12,847
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 3661-3662 Sq Ft $1,660 $3,182 $25,171
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 3536-3537 Sq Ft $1,050 $4,058 $9,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 3148 Sq Ft $900 $5,370 $14,500
Amenities
  • Controlled Access
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Public Transportation
  • Walk-Up
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Heat Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Boston University
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Boston College, Brighton
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Emmanuel College
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
Harvard University
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
1277 Commonwealth Ave is within 4 minutes or 1.9 miles from Boston University. It is also near Boston College, Brighton and Harvard University.
Schools
Jackson/Mann K-8 School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
352 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 6-12
476 Students
Attendance Zone
Boston Latin
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
2,423 Students
Attendance Zone
Brighton High
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
532 Students
Attendance Zone
Lyon High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
116 Students
Attendance Zone
St Herman Of Alaska Christian School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
30 Students
Nearby
Neha/Lubavitch School for Girls
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Bay Cove Academy
Private Middle & High School
Grades 8-12
27 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Harvard Avenue Station, located 0.2 mile from 1277 Commonwealth Ave. 1277 Commonwealth Ave is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.6 miles or 16 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Harvard Avenue Station
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Griggs Street/Long Avenue Station
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Allston Street Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Warren Street Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Packard's Corner Station
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Yawkey
Drive: 5 min 2.8 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 8 min 3.5 mi
Porter Square
Drive: 8 min 3.7 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 11 min 4.6 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 10 min 4.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 16 min 8.6 mi

Walkability Near 1277 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02134

Walker's Paradise
97
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Good Transit
65
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Very Bikeable
81
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1277 Commonwealth Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Washington Street Plaza
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Allston Marketplace
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Star Market Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
1277 Commonwealth Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. 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
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Chestnut Hill Reservation
 Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
 Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 8 min 3.4 mi
1277 Commonwealth Ave has 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coit Observatory, and Chestnut Hill Reservation.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
1277 Commonwealth Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.3 miles, the nearest is Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center which is 0.6 mile away and a 12 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 26 min 13.7 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 24 min 14.3 mi
1277 Commonwealth Ave is 13.7 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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1277 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02134 is in Commonwealth in the city of Boston. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.2 miles of the property. Five parks are within 3.4 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coit Observatory, and Chestnut Hill Reservation.

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