Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Back Bay

$3,850 Total Monthly Price

86 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2R

Boston, MA 02116

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Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

700 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Medical Services
Open Floorplan
Property is near public transit and schools
Marble Flooring
Wood Flooring
Main Floor Primary Bedroom

86 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2R

About This Home

$3,850 deposit, Available Now

Avail May 1st.RENOVATED LARGE 1 BED IN THE PERFECT LOCATION ON THE 2ND BLOCK OF COM AVE IN BACK BAY. This south facing home features original details such as hardwood floors,highceilings,crown molding,MINI SPLIT A/C’S,IN-UNIT WASHER/DRYER. The fully renovated kitchen features a breakfast bar,SS app’s,dishwasher,granite counters w lots of cabinets providing excellent kitchen storage. A generous sized bedroom w large closet,and the oversized marble bathroom has a large walk-in shower w glass doors. Enjoy all that Boston has to offer,with a 99/100 walking score & steps away from the Boston Public Garden,Newbury St,and some of Boston's best coffee shops,shopping/dining/ museums/ theatre etc. Utilities include basic internet,heat,hot water. THE PERFECT PIED DE TERRE. No pets. No undergraduates. Paking avail $300 MLS# 73495020

86 Commonwealth Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02116 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

1 Primary Bedroom on Main 1 Full Bathroom Separate Shower Low Flow Toliet

Flooring

Marble Wood Ceramic Tile

Home Design

Updated or Remodeled Apartment Entry on the 2nd floor

Home Security

Intercom

Interior Spaces

Open Floorplan Living Room with Fireplace Bay Window Recessed Lighting Entrance Foyer 1-Story Property Picture Window 700 Sq Ft Home Light Fixtures

Kitchen

Solid Surface Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator Range Microwave

Laundry

ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer Laundry on upper level ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,850 Property Available on 5/1/26 Assessor Parcel Number 3358641 Rent includes heat, hot water, electricity, water, sewer, snow removal, furnishings (see remarks), air conditioning, laundry facilities, internet

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

700 Sq Ft Lot

Utilities

Cooling Available Central Heating Baseboard Heating High Speed Internet Heating System Uses Natural Gas Individual Controls for Heating

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops

Overview

Near Conservation Area No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

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
    
    $3,850

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 Lexi Crivon | Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness

Neighborhood

Known as one of Boston’s trendiest areas for shopping and dining, Back Bay is a mix of students, professionals, affluent families, and retirees, all come to enjoy the neighborhood’s lively atmosphere. Anchored by the Prudential Center (whose Skywalk Observatory is one of the best vantage points in the city), this area is home to some of Boston’s most recognizable landmarks, including the Boston Public Library, Hancock Tower, and the Back Bay Architectural District.

Considering moving to Back Bay? Students, young professionals, and families thrive in all the neighborhood’s opportunities. The local academic community includes the prestigious Berklee College of Music, the Boston Conservatory, and the Boston Architectural College. Renters love that Back Bay’s location along the Charles River allows for a considerable amount of waterfront property. Others enjoy the Charles River Esplanade, a popular greenspace for walkers, runners, and cyclists.

Learn more about living in Back Bay

Amenities

Microwave

Range

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Emerson College	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Berklee College of Music	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi
Tufts University, Boston	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
Suffolk University	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi

86 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2R is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from Emerson College. It is also near Berklee College of Music and Suffolk University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Copley Station, located 0.2 mile from 86 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2R. 86 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2R is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.6 miles or 12 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Copley Station	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
Arlington Station	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Prudential Station	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Boylston Street Station	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
New England Medical Center Station	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Back Bay Station	Walk:	8 min	0.5 mi
South Station	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	5 min	1.5 mi
North Station	Drive:	6 min	2.0 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	7 min	4.1 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	12 min	4.6 mi

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

Busy

Soundscore^™

65 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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HowLoud

Points of Interest

Time and distance from 86 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2R.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Faneuil Hall Marketplace	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Prudential Center	Drive:	8 min	5.1 mi
Copley Place	Drive:	9 min	5.3 mi

86 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2R has 3 shopping centers within 5.3 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
Boston Public Garden	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Boston National Historical Park	Drive:	5 min	1.5 mi
Museum of Science	Drive:	7 min	1.8 mi

86 Commonwealth Ave Unit 2R has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Boston National Historical Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Tufts Medical Center	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi