
Apartments for Rent in the Commonwealth Neighborhood of Allston, MA (3,333 Rentals)


The Charley

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The Brynx

The Bond

The Indie

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1550 on the Charles

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Hew at 1515

Atrium On Commonwealth

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Bell Olmsted Park

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Babcock Tower
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1035-1037 Commonwealth Ave

1047 Commonwealth Avenue

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Residences at Brighton Marine

886-896 Huntington Ave.

881-895 Huntington Ave.

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365 Western Ave

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Lantera at Boston Landing

BLDG 89

18 Saint Lukes Rd
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35 Orkney Rd

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539 Washington St, Unit 2

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25 Undine Rd

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541 Washington St, Unit Top Floor Two-Bedroom

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34 Orkney Rd

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124 Brooks St, Unit 124 Brooks St

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135 Nonantum St

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120 Lanark Rd

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1670 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

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50 Englewood Ave
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22 Union St, Unit 2

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1914 Beacon St, Unit 2

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21 Monastery Rd, Unit 1

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4 Sparhawk St, Unit 4A

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409 Washington St, Unit 503B

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1353 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

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5 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1

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124 Kenrick St, Unit 5

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60 Brighton Ave

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58 Mansfield St, Unit 3
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236 S Huntington Ave, Unit 10

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1758 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 7

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100 Lanark Rd

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1706 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 11

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101 Nottinghill Rd, Unit 1

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189 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1

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1564 Commonwealth Ave, Unit a

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1504 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 9

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26 Commonwealth Ter, Unit 18

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120 Kenrick St, Unit 5
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Commonwealth, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Commonwealth?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Studio Apartments | $2,472 | $1,400 | $5,686 |
| Commonwealth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $800 | $7,223 |
| Commonwealth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,595 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Commonwealth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,040 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
| Commonwealth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,659 | $1,350 | $9,900 |
| Commonwealth 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,537 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Commonwealth 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,672 | $4,195 | $10,000+ |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Massachusetts, including Allston. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Allston, Commonwealth has emerged as one of the A-list communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and having the finest education available.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and outdoor amenities? this residential area is providing great access to nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This residential area has now become known as one of the best upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have furry friends? this area of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Commonwealth
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Commonwealth area of Allston, MA?
As of today, August 28, 2026, there are currently 3,333 available Commonwealth apartments priced from $800 to $14,114, with an average monthly rent of $3,559.
How much are Studio apartments in Commonwealth?
There are currently 462 Studio Apartments in Commonwealth with rent ranges from $1,400 to $5,686 with an average price of $2,472.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Commonwealth Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Commonwealth ranges from $800 to $7,223 with an average monthly rent of $2,881.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Commonwealth cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Commonwealth range from $1,350 to $14,114. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,595.
How expensive are Commonwealth Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 656 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Commonwealth on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,495 to $12,742 - averaging $4,040 for the location.
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