Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston St Elizabeth's

$4,300 Total Monthly Price

1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5

Boston, MA 02135

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Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,400 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Medical Services
Property is near public transit and schools
1 Fireplace
Community Pool
Jogging Path
No Cooling

1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5

About This Home

$4,300 deposit, Available Now

Nestled in the vibrant and highly desirable community of Brighton,MA,Unit 5 offers an exceptional living experience that perfectly balances comfort and convenience. This spacious 4-bedroom,2-bathroom residence features an expansive layout filled with natural sunlight,creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. Meticulously maintained and available for occupancy September 1st,the unit also includes in-unit laundry for added everyday ease. Located just moments from the Chestnut Hill Reservoir,Whole Foods,the Green Line,and a variety of local shops and restaurants,this prime location seamlessly blends urban accessibility with peaceful surroundings. Enjoy one designated parking space is included with the unit. Don’t miss the opportunity to make Unit 5 your next home in Brighton where city convenience meets neighborhood charm. Schedule your showing today! MLS# 73479045

1661 Commonwealth Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02135 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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 Full Bathrooms 4 Bedrooms

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 3rd floor

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace Entrance Foyer 1,400 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Microwave Dishwasher

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $4,300 Property Available on 9/1/26 12 Month Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 3339832 Rent includes water, parking

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

1,400 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1 Open Parking Space 1 Car Parking Space

Schools

Winship Elementary School Mary Lyon Middle School Brighton High School

Utilities

No Cooling Baseboard Heating Heating System Uses Oil

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops Coin Laundry

Overview

Near Conservation Area No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

Community Pool Jogging Path Park Bike Trail

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
    
    $4,300

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 Waypoint Realty Group | Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Neighborhood

Saint Elizabeth’s is a Brighton neighborhood situated about 10 miles away from Boston. Thanks to Saint Elizabeth’s top border sitting on Highway 20, commuting in and out of Brighton is easy. Some residents travel by car, but buses and railways make commuting via public transportation a breeze.

The neighborhood’s best amenities are two world-renowned hospitals, Saint Elizabeth’s Medical Center and Franciscan Children’s, that sit on the edge of town. Other great amenities of Saint Elizabeth’s include many local parks like Ringer Playground and Chestnut Hill Reservoir, which has great trails and greenspace. This neighborhood is also equipped with cozy coffee shops, restaurants serving international and American classics, and shopping plazas with grocers and convenience stores.

Saint Elizabeth’s has several rental options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.

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Amenities

Dishwasher

Microwave

Range

Refrigerator

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Boston College, Brighton	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi
Boston College	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi
Boston University	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi
Emmanuel College	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi

1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 is within 4 minutes or 1.4 miles from Boston College, Brighton. It is also near Boston College and Boston University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Washington Street, located 0.2 mile from 1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5. 1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 9.6 miles or 18 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Washington Street	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
Sutherland Street Station	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
Chiswick Road Station	Walk:	8 min	0.5 mi
Dean Road Station	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Englewood Avenue Station	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Yawkey	Drive:	7 min	3.7 mi
Newtonville	Drive:	8 min	3.8 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	8 min	3.9 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	9 min	4.6 mi
Forest Hills	Drive:	10 min	5.2 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	18 min	9.6 mi

Very Walkable

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Excellent Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Busy

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

Traffic:

Busy

Airport:

Calm

Businesses:

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Washington Street Plaza	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Washington Square	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Allston Marketplace	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi

1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Chestnut Hill Reservation	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi
Hammond Pond Reservation	Drive:	5 min	2.6 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi

1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 has 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Chestnut Hill Reservation, John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, and Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute	Drive:	3 min	1.9 mi

1661 Commonwealth Ave Unit 5 has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center which is 0.7 mile away and a 13 minute walk.