RENTED MAR 31, 2026

1242 Commonwealth Ave Unit 53 Allston, MA 02134

Commonwealth Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
475 Sq Ft
2.3 Acres Lot

Highlights

  • 99,999 Sq Ft lot
  • 2-minute walk to Harvard Avenue Station
  • Laundry Facilities
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2026

This bright and well-maintained 1-bedroom apartment is ideally located in Allston right on the Brookline line, offering the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and city convenience. Enjoy easy access to public transportation, local shops, restaurants, and parks, all just steps from your door. The apartment features a comfortable layout with great natural light and a welcoming living space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Heat, hot water, water, and sewer are all included in the rent for added value and peace of mind. Tenant is responsible for electric and internet. A fantastic opportunity to live in a prime location with everything you need close by! Tenants pay first, last and a $150 key deposit at lease signing. Parking available for rent for $250/month. Some photos have been staged using AI.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Haley McKinnon

Fenway Property Advisors Listed on: 02/25/2026

Last Renter's Agent

Danielle DiNisco

Fenway Property Advisors

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Lot Details

  • 2.3

Home Design

  • 475 Sq Ft Home
  • Apartment
  • Entry on the 5th floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Car Parking Space

Additional Features

  • 2.3 Acre Lot
  • No Cooling

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 3/1/26
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1208828

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Additional Features

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Laundry Facilities

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Lot Details

2.3 Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2026-03-01
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(12-15)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: No
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Apartment
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 475
  • Living Area: 475
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN8690
  • MAIN SO: AN8690

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1208828
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 99999
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/31/2026 03/31/26 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
03/26/2026 03/26/26 Under Contract -- -- --
03/05/2026 03/05/26 Price Changed $2,200 -4.3% $5 / Sq Ft
02/25/2026 02/25/26 For Rent $2,300 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73480024

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