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247 Commonwealth Ave

(508) 388-1053
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Boston, MA 02116

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247 Commonwealth Ave

Boston, MA 02116
(508) 388-1053
247 Commonwealth Ave in Boston, MA - Building Photo
2 Bedroom - Condo for Rent
  • 2BR, 1BA Condo
  • $4,200 Total Monthly Price
    12 Month Lease Term

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $4,200

    Total Monthly Price
    $4,200
  • 700 Square Feet
  • 10-01-2026 Availability

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About 247 Commonwealth Ave

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!

247 Commonwealth Ave is located in the Back Bay Neighborhood and 02116 Zip code of Boston, MA.

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Lease Terms

  • 12 Month Lease

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Pet Policy and Fees

Cats
  • $0 Fee
  • $0 Deposit
  • Monthly Pet Fee $0
Dogs
  • $0 Fee
  • $0 Deposit
  • Monthly Pet Fee $0

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Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Deck

Interior Features

  • Storage Space

Kitchen Amenities

  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Office
  • Basement
  • Hardwood Floors
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247 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 90 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 80 / 100 Very Bikeable

    Highly suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 50 / 100 Fairly car friendly

    Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 100 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 10 / 100 Noise Level

    Many sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about 247 Commonwealth Ave

What type of rentals are available at 247 Commonwealth Ave?

There is currently a 2 Bed 1 Bath Condo for rent with 700 listed at 247 Commonwealth Ave. It is Available October 1, 2026.

How much is the rent at 247 Commonwealth Ave?

247 Commonwealth Ave is currently listed at $4,200.

What area of town is 247 Commonwealth Ave located in?

Located in the Back Bay Neighborhood, 247 Commonwealth Ave is in the 02116 Zip Code of Boston, MA.

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability 3.0

    The Affordability rating shows you how this community's most affordable floorplan pricing relates to the local average.

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Nearby Schools

Carter School

Boston Public Schools
270 Columbia Rd
Public School - Grades 6-12 (50 Students)

Snowden Int'L High School

Boston Public Schools
150 Newbury Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (435 Students)
2/10

Mel H King Elementary

Boston Public Schools
90 Warren Avenue
Public School - Grades K-12 (80 Students)
4/10

Quincy Upper School

Boston Public Schools
900 Washington Street
Public School - Grades 6-12 (575 Students)
3/10

Hurley K-8 School

Boston Public Schools
70 Worcester Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (337 Students)
6/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 247 Commonwealth Ave.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Boston Public Library

700 Boylston St.
1 minute drive / 0.06 miles away

Skywalk Observatory

800 Boylston Street
1 minute drive / 0.16 miles away

Commonwealth Avenue Mall

1 Commonwealth Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.49 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Petco

119 1st St
3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

Target

7 Allstate Rd
5 minute drive / 1.67 miles away

Walgreens

330 River St
5 minute drive / 1.91 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Berklee College of Music

1140 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

Emerson College

120 Boylston Street
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

Northeastern University

360 Huntington Ave
2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

Groceries

Star Market

53 Huntington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.15 miles away

Trader Joe's

748 Memorial Dr
5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away

Whole Foods

340 River St
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

Hospitals

Tufts Medical Center

800 Washington Street
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary

243 Charles Street
3 minute drive / 1.01 miles away

Massachusetts General Hospital

55 Fruit Street
3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

Military Bases

Boston Support Center

5 minute drive / 1.92 miles away

Hanscom Air Force Base

26 minute drive / 12.47 miles away

Parks and Recreation

The Boston Public Garden

87 Mount Vernon Street
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Freedom Trail

148 Tremont Street
2 minute drive / 0.93 miles away

Fenway Park

4 Yawkey Way
2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

247 Commonwealth Ave has 5 parks within 1.0 miles, including The Boston Public Garden, Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, The Freedom Trail, and Boston Common.

Restaurants and Dining

Atlantic Fish Company

761 Boylston Street
1 minute drive / 0.08 miles away

Sibling Rivalry

525 Tremont St.
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

Modern Pastry

257 Hanover Street
4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

Shopping Centers

Prudential Center

800 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.19 miles away

Copley Place

100 Huntington Ave
1 minute drive / 0.22 miles away

Cambridgeside

100 Cambridgeside Pl
3 minute drive / 1.26 miles away

247 Commonwealth Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.7 miles.

Transit Stations

Copley Station-Green Line - B

640 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

Copley Station-Green Line - C

640 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

Copley Station-Green Line - D

640 Boylston St
1 minute drive / 0.13 miles away

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