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  • 16 Commonwealth Avenue

    16 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116

    Located in Back Bay, Boston zip code 02116
    Apartment building
    Shared laundry
    21–unit building
    350–958 sqft
    Studio–1 bedroom
    1 bathroom

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Laundry: Shared
    Services & facilities
    • Elevator

    Unit Features

    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning

    Neighborhood: Back Bay

    Areas of interest

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    Building Location

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Rider's Paradise
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Boston

    Josiah Quincy Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.6 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    8/10
    Student Progress Rating
    7/10
    Boston Adult Academy
    Grades 11, 12 • 0.4 miles
    N/A
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Snowden Int'L High School
    Grades 9-12 • 0.4 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    College Readiness Rating
    1/10

    Back Bay pairs a compact, walkable street grid with broad avenues, historic brownstones and a stretch of Charles River shoreline. The neighborhood has four-season New England weather, with leafy summers and cold, snowy winters. Boston Public Garden and the Commonwealth Avenue Mall offer paths and green space, while the Charles River Esplanade has waterfront trails and open-air recreation. Newbury Street is known for boutiques, cafés and restaurants; Copley Square brings together the Boston Public Library’s central branch and Trinity Church, and the nearby Prudential Center adds shops and dining. Cultural stops include the Gibson House Museum and performances at Symphony Hall near the neighborhood’s edge. Back Bay has convenient access to the MBTA’s subway and commuter rail, as well as bike routes and pedestrian connections across central Boston. For the Back Bay neighborhood, the median rent is $3,200 per month and the typical range is $1,000 to $27,000.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 16 Commonwealth Avenue located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    16 Commonwealth Avenue is located at 16 Commonwealth Ave in Back Bay, Boston, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Tatte, L.A. Burdick Chocolates, and Flour Bakery + Cafe.

    What is the average rent in Boston, MA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston is currently $3,200 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to 16 Commonwealth Avenue?

    The schools assigned to 16 Commonwealth Avenue include Josiah Quincy Elementary School, Boston Adult Academy, and Snowden Int'L High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 16 Commonwealth Avenue?

    16 Commonwealth Avenue is located near 4 grocery stores, including Copley Square Farmer's Market (0.3 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including LUSH, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near 16 Commonwealth Avenue?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 16 Commonwealth Avenue include Red Cross Donor Center (0.4 miles away), MGH Cancer Center (0.6 miles away), and Eat Street Cafe (0.8 miles away).

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