Message for more info! MULTIPLE OPTIONS IN THE BUILDING! Huge 2 bed 1 bath in the heart of Kenmore Square! Sorry, no undergrads. Elevator building, laundry in the basement, and central air. Right across from Kenmore station. Close to Back Bay and Fenway.
Income restricted
Kenmore Abbey - Unclaimed
488-490 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215
Apartment building
2 beds
What's special
Central airLaundry in the basementElevator building
Neighborhood: Fenway
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Very BikeableNearby schools in Boston
Tobin K-8 School
Grades PK-8 • 1.4 miles3/10
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2/10Student Progress Rating
3/10Boston Arts Academy
Grades 9-12 • 0.9 miles4/10
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6/10College Readiness Rating
2/10Boston Latin School
Grades 7-12 • 1.1 miles9/10
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10/10College Readiness Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Living in Boston
Fenway sits just west of central Boston, with the Emerald Necklace park system and the Charles River Esplanade within reach. Its defining landmark is Fenway Park, while the Museum of Fine Arts and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum anchor a nearby stretch of the city’s arts scene. Green space includes the Back Bay Fens, with paths and open lawns for walking and outdoor recreation. Along and around Boylston Street, restaurants, cafés, and shops create a lively everyday scene; music and performance venues add evening options. Boston’s four-season climate brings snowy winters and warm summers, so outdoor plans shift with the weather. The neighborhood is served by the MBTA Green Line, buses, and bike routes, making trips around Boston possible without relying solely on a car. For Fenway, the median rent is $3,200 per month, with a typical range of $1,200 to $10,499.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kenmore Abbey located, and what is the neighborhood like?
Kenmore Abbey is located at 488-490 Commonwealth Ave in Fenway, Boston, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, Tatte, and Cafe Landwer.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near Kenmore Abbey?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to Kenmore Abbey include Joslin Diabetes Center (0.8 miles away), Carl J. Shapiro Clinical Center (0.8 miles away), and Boston Children's Hospital (0.9 miles away).
What schools are assigned to Kenmore Abbey?
The schools assigned to Kenmore Abbey include Tobin K-8 School, Boston Arts Academy, and Boston Latin School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near Kenmore Abbey?
Kenmore Abbey is located near 6 grocery stores, including Trader Joe's (0.6 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including REI, are approximately 0.6 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near Kenmore Abbey?
Kenmore Abbey is located within 0.2 miles of Boston University, 0.8 miles of Emmanuel College, and 1 mile of Harvard Business School.
This is income restricted affordable housing. Renters must meet income and eligibility criteria set by the property manager.
