1242 Commonwealth Ave # 12, Boston MA 02134
Boston, MA 02134 • Allston
$2,100/mo
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About this home
Available 9/1! Ground-floor 1-bedroom apartment at 1242 Commonwealth Ave in Allston, conveniently located near the Green Line, shops, restaurants, cafés, and everything the neighborhood has to offer. Heat and hot water are included in the rent, and parking is available for an additional $250/month. Move-in costs are first month’s rent, last month’s rent, and a $150 key fee. The apartment is available as-is for a 9/1 move-in, or tenants can choose a move-in date between 9/1–9/5 to allow time for professional cleaning and fresh paint.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Aug 11, 2026
$2,100
Original listing
Agent: Haley McKinnon
Office: Fenway Property Advisors
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,100 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
550 sq ft
Lot Size
99,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer
Required
First MonthLast MonthReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
Common Area, In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
9/1 As-is
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
12
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Square footage is an estimate.
Documents
None
County
Suffolk
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
550 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
550 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
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Basement:
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Common Area, In Building
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Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
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Roof:
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
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Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
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Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Nearby Schools
School District
Boston School District local
C-
Where Graduates Go
Class of 2021
52%
attend college
38%
4-Year
14%
2-Year
7%
Out of State
7%
Working
School Safety
2024-25
3.7%
Above Average
3.2%
Suspensions
0.3%
In-School
0.5%
Emergency
1.8% below state avg
Elementary Schools
3 schools
A
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
0.5 mi
|
#40 of 352
|
Score: 58.5
Improved 3 spots from last year
+0.3 above state avg
857 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.6 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-12
High Schools
3 schools
JRI Bay Cove School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
Saint Joseph Preparatory High School
0.6 mi
Grades 09-12
Another Course to College
0.7 mi
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Location
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Neighborhood
Allston
1242 Commonwealth Ave # 12, Boston MA 02134
Boston, MA 02134
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Haley McKinnon
Listing Office
Fenway Property Advisors
Office Phone
617-262-9966
Agent MLS ID
CN244778
Office MLS ID
AN8690
Listing Data Updated
Aug 10, 2026 8:38 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
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