Charming front facing penthouse unit on sought after block of beautifully landscaped Commonwealth Avenue! Take the elevator on up to your new home that features:
- Grand staircase entrance w/ chandelier!
- Hardwood flooring throughout!
- Modern kitchen w/ newer appliances!
- Charming exposed brick walls!
- Spacious & sun filled living room!
- Generously sized primary bedroom!
- Smaller yet sizable 2nd bed or office!
- Ample closet & storage space!
- Nicely updated full tiled bathroom!
- Laundry machines in building!
- Available rental parking in rear!
- Huge front facing private roof deck!
Classic Brownstone building with elevator & laundry in prime location in the heart of Back Bay on sought after Commonwealth Ave! Situated on a coveted block between Fairfield & Gloucester Streets, the building is nestled in line with other gorgeous traditional Brownstones, overlooking the well manicured park on the Commonwealth Ave mall! Close to Newbury Street, Commonwealth Ave Mall, Kenmore Square, Boston Common, Suffolk University, Prudential Center, Copley Square, Restaurant Row, Boston Public Library, Public Gardens, Emerson College, Symphony Hall, Hynes Convention Center, and much more! Anything not in walking distance can be easily accessed by the close by public transportation: Green and Orange train lines nearby, as well as Silver Line shuttle, many major MBTA bus routes, and Commuter Rail at Back Bay Station! Building has shared common courtyard and laundry in basement!
12 month lease
water/sewer included
no other utilities included - tenant pays all separately metered utilities
heat & hot water included
tenants to pay electricity
move in = 1st / last / security deposit
no pets
pets negotiable - restrictions & additional charges may apply
*NO BROKERAGE FEE!
parking may be available in rear of building for +$300/mo
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Apartment for rent
Special offer
$4,200/mo
249 Commonwealth Ave, # Phb, Boston, MA 02116
2beds
700sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
Off street parking
What's special
Charming exposed brick wallsGenerously sized primary bedroomHardwood flooring throughout
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking
Location
- Region: Boston
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,200$6/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Back Bay
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Boston Arts AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
There are 2 available units in this apartment building
- Special offer! *NO BROKERAGE FEE!Expires October 1, 2026







