• Building Exterior - 18 Commonwealth Ave
  • Building Exterior - 18 Commonwealth Ave
  • Building Exterior - 18 Commonwealth Ave
    Building Exterior
  • Building Exterior - 18 Commonwealth Ave
    Building Exterior
  • Entrance - 18 Commonwealth Ave
    Entrance
  • Building Context - 18 Commonwealth Ave
    Building Context

18 Commonwealth Ave

18 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116

Be the First to Rate & Review
6 Days Ago
Share Listing
Favorites
18 Commonwealth Ave
Share Listing
Favorites

Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location

Pricing & Floor Plans

Check Back Soon for Upcoming Availability

Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 450 SF Not Available

Fees and Policies

Details

Property Information

  • Built in 1920
  • 11 units/5 stories

About 18 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02116

Discover your new home at 18 Commonwealth Ave. You'll find this community in the Back Bay area of Boston. Let the knowledgeable leasing staff show you everything this community has in store. Give us a call now to check the current floor plan availability.

18 Commonwealth Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02116 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access

Apartment Features

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
Location
18 Commonwealth Ave, Boston,
MA 02116
Get Directions
| Edit
Edit Commute

Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Back Bay is one of Boston's most architecturally striking neighborhoods, built on land reclaimed from the tidal flats of the Charles River in the mid-1800s. That ambitious landfill project gave the neighborhood its name and left behind a grid of wide, tree-lined streets that feel rare in a city otherwise defined by its winding, colonial-era roads. Commonwealth Avenue, the neighborhood's central boulevard, stretches from the Public Garden westward with a landscaped mall running down its center, flanked by rows of preserved Victorian brownstones.

The neighborhood draws residents who want proximity to Boston's core without sacrificing a sense of residential calm. Newbury Street and Boylston Street anchor the commercial life here, while Copley Square and the Prudential Center mark two of Back Bay's most recognized civic and retail landmarks. Northeastern University sits just at the neighborhood's southern edge.

The rental landscape reflects the neighborhood's prestige and density.

Learn more about living in Back Bay 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Back Bay Boston, MA
Studio $3,357 $2,957
1 Bedroom $3,890 $3,594
2 Bedrooms $5,754 $4,568
3 Bedrooms $7,430 $5,771

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 2492-2493 Sq Ft $1,725 $2,847 $9,000
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 1636-1648 Sq Ft $1,895 $3,769 $9,200
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1604-1607 Sq Ft $1,900 $5,841 $26,000
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1792-1801 Sq Ft $2,645 $6,883 $60,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1629-1660 Sq Ft $1,330 $7,391 $14,000
Amenities
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Emerson College
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Tufts University, Boston
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Berklee College of Music
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Suffolk University
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
18 Commonwealth Ave is within 7 minutes or 0.4 mile from Emerson College. It is also near Suffolk University and Tufts University, Boston.
Schools
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
719 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10
Mel H King Elementary
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
80 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10
Carter School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
50 Students
Attendance Zone
Quincy Upper School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
575 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10
Snowden Int'L High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
435 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10
Boston Arts Academy
Public High School
Grades 9-12
490 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10
The Newman School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
235 Students
Nearby
Commonwealth School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
148 Students
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Arlington Station, located 0.1 mile from 18 Commonwealth Ave. 18 Commonwealth Ave is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.9 miles or 11 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Arlington Station
Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
Copley Station
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Boylston Street Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Chinatown Station
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
New England Medical Center Station
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Back Bay
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Boston
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
North Station
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Boston
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
South Station
Drive: 8 min 2.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 11 min 4.9 mi

Walkability Near 18 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02116

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

Scores provided by

What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
-
Soundscore™
- / 100

Traffic

-

Airport

-

Businesses

-

Scores provided by

HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It Works
Points of Interest

Time and distance from 18 Commonwealth Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
13-17 Winchester St
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
58-60 Charles St
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Copley Place
Drive: 10 min 5.6 mi
18 Commonwealth Ave has 3 shopping centers within 5.6 miles, which is about a 10-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Boston Public Garden
 Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
 Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
 Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Boston National Historical Park
 Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Museum of Science
 Drive: 6 min 1.6 mi
18 Commonwealth Ave has 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Boston National Historical Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Tufts Medical Center
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
18 Commonwealth Ave has 3 hospitals within 0.9 mile, the nearest is Tufts Medical Center which is 0.7 mile away and a 13 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 31 min 16.2 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 31 min 18.3 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 33 min 19.7 mi
18 Commonwealth Ave has 3 military bases within 19.7 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 16.2 miles away and a 31 minute drive.
 
 
No Renter Ratings Yet
Be the First to Rate & Review!
Share details of your experience with this property

You May Also Like

Frequently Asked Questions
Does 18 Commonwealth Ave have in-unit laundry?

18 Commonwealth Ave does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 18 Commonwealth Ave?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at 18 Commonwealth Ave?

Contact this property for parking details.

Is 18 Commonwealth Ave pet-friendly?

18 Commonwealth Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does 18 Commonwealth Ave have move-in specials?

18 Commonwealth Ave is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does 18 Commonwealth Ave offer Matterport 3D tours?

While 18 Commonwealth Ave does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

Similar Rentals Nearby

Report an Issue Print Get Directions