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  • 231 Commonwealth Ave

    Boston, MA 02116

    Apartment building
    Studio-1 bed

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    Unit 2
    Studio, 1 ba
    400
    Nov 1
    $2,400

    What's special

    Recently renovated studioBeautiful hardwood floorsUpdated kitchenThree generous closets
    BROKER FOR HIRE Spacious, Recently Renovated Studio Prime Back Bay Location Ideally situated on Commonwealth Avenue between Fairfield and Exeter Streets in Boston's prestigious Back Bay neighborhood, this spacious, recently renovated studio offers comfortable living in an exceptional location. The apartment features beautiful hardwood floors, three generous closets, an updated kitchen, and a renovated bathroom with a new shower fixture and vanity. Convenient laundry facilities are located just outside the apartment door. Heat and hot water are included in the rent. Move-In Requirements: First month's rent, last month's rent, and a $300 key and cleaning deposit, payable to the owner. 1 year or till August 31st 2027

    Facts, features & policies

    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    Flooring
    • Hardwood
    • Tile

    Neighborhood: Back Bay

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Getting around

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

    Nearby schools in Boston

    Boston Arts Academy
    Grades 9-12 • 0.8 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    College Readiness Rating
    2/10
    Snowden Int'L High School
    Grades 9-12 • 0.3 miles
    2/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    College Readiness Rating
    1/10
    Mel H King Elementary
    Grades 2-12 • 0.7 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    5/10
    Student Progress Rating
    2/10

    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

    What is the walk score of 231 Commonwealth Ave?

    231 Commonwealth Ave has a walk score of 100, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of 231 Commonwealth Ave?

    231 Commonwealth Ave has a transit score of 96, it's a rider's paradise.

    What schools are assigned to 231 Commonwealth Ave?

    The schools assigned to 231 Commonwealth Ave include Boston Arts Academy, Snowden Int'L High School, and Mel H King Elementary.

    What neighborhood is 231 Commonwealth Ave in?

    231 Commonwealth Ave is in the Back Bay neighborhood in Boston, MA.

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