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493-497 Commonwealth Ave

493-497 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Bay Window
  • Island Kitchen
  • Views
  • Hardwood Floors

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 900 SF Not Available
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 931 SF Not Available
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 3 Baths 3 Baths 3 Ba 1,623 SF Not Available
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 3.5 Baths 3.5 Baths 3.5 Ba 1,492 SF Not Available
5 Bedrooms 5 Bedrooms 5 Br 5 Baths 5 Baths 5 Ba 2,000 SF Not Available

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.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Application Fee Per Applicant
      $20

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.

Details

Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1895
  • 7 units/4 stories

About 493-497 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215

Call or text Dave M at 508.314.1833 for a private showing. These units rent to the first group who views! Each unit is completely renovated and has a custom eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dishwasher / disposal, granite counters, high ceilings, open living and kitchen, hardwood floors, equal sized bedrooms with good closet space, high ceilings, tons of light, central air and heat and free laundry in unit.

493-497 Commonwealth Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02215 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Island Kitchen

Granite Countertops

Microwave

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Island Kitchen
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Crown Molding
  • Bay Window
  • Views
Location
493-497 Commonwealth Ave, Boston,
MA 02215
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Neighborhood

Biking along the Charles River, strolling around the Fens, walking to Red Sox games—it’s easy to see why Kenmore is one of Boston’s most sought-after communities. Boston University’s campus dominates the western half of the neighborhood, making it an ideal spot for students to find apartments (Berklee College of Music and Boston Conservatory are very close by as well).

Fenway Park is just a few blocks away, making it quick and easy to walk to the legendary stadium and the bars and restaurants surrounding it. The endless shopping and dining of Back Bay are a short walk to the east as well, and convenient access to the Massachusetts Turnpike and multiple MBTA rail stations makes it easy to reach anywhere in the region.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Kenmore Boston, MA
Studio $1,962 $2,879
1 Bedroom $2,272 $3,466
2 Bedrooms $3,281 $4,374
3 Bedrooms $4,281 $5,767

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 4357 Sq Ft $1,845 $2,529 $5,500
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 3482 Sq Ft $2,400 $3,250 $5,760
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 3015 Sq Ft $3,100 $4,141 $7,500
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2591 Sq Ft $3,950 $5,223 $12,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1562 Sq Ft $4,500 $6,505 $8,500
Amenities
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Island Kitchen
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Crown Molding
  • Bay Window
  • Views
Office Hours
Monday 12am - 12am
Tuesday 12am - 12am
Wednesday 12am - 12am
Thursday 12am - 12am
Friday 12am - 12am
Saturday 12am - 12am
Sunday 12am - 12am
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Berklee College of Music
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Emmanuel College
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
MIT
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
493-497 Commonwealth Ave is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from Lesley Univ., Art Institute. It is also near Berklee College of Music and Emmanuel College.
Schools
Morse
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
335 Students
Nearby
Carter School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
50 Students
Attendance Zone
Fenway High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
358 Students
Nearby
Kingsley Montessori School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
297 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Kenmore Station, located 0.1 mile from 493-497 Commonwealth Ave. 493-497 Commonwealth Ave is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.0 miles or 13 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Kenmore Station
Walk: 1 min 0.1 mi
Blandford Street Station
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Hynes Convention Center Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Boston University East Station
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Fenway Station
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Ruggles Station
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 7 min 1.7 mi
South Station
Drive: 8 min 2.5 mi
North Station
Drive: 8 min 2.9 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 13 min 6.0 mi

Walkability Near 493-497 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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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
Busy
Soundscore™
65 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 493-497 Commonwealth Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
The Longwood Galleria
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
Prudential Center
Drive: 8 min 4.8 mi
Copley Place
Drive: 9 min 5.0 mi
493-497 Commonwealth Ave has 3 shopping centers within 5.0 miles, which is about a 9-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Charles River Reservation
 Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Coit Observatory
 Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
 Drive: 3 min 1.9 mi
Boston Public Garden
 Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Roxbury Heritage State Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
493-497 Commonwealth Ave has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Charles River Reservation, Coit Observatory, and Boston Public Garden.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Boston Children's Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
493-497 Commonwealth Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.6 miles, the nearest is Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center which is 0.9 mile away and a 16 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 27 min 14.5 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 27 min 15.7 mi
493-497 Commonwealth Ave is 14.5 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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Does 493-497 Commonwealth Ave have in-unit laundry?

493-497 Commonwealth Ave has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at 493-497 Commonwealth Ave?

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

Is parking available at 493-497 Commonwealth Ave?

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Is 493-497 Commonwealth Ave pet-friendly?

493-497 Commonwealth Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at 493-497 Commonwealth Ave?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $4,125 for a three-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $165,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does 493-497 Commonwealth Ave have move-in specials?

493-497 Commonwealth Ave is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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