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Home Massachusetts Boston Back Bay Apartments

Back Bay 1 beds 1 baths Boston - $4,150

Available: 03-01-2026
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$4,150+
1 Bed
1 Bath
Available: 03/01/2026
Back Bay, Boston, MA
280 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116

Cost & Fee Information

Required

Monthly Base Rent

$4,150.00

Heat

Tenant pays utility company monthly.

Usage-Based

Hot Water

Tenant pays utility company monthly.

Usage-Based

Electricity

Tenant pays utility company monthly.

Usage-Based

Water & Sewer

Included in monthly rent.

Included

Garbage Collection

Weekly trash pickup or dumpster.

Included

Optional

Pets

Pets allowed.

Included
Parking

No parking.

-

First Month's Rent
$4,150.00
Last Month's Rent
$4,150.00
Security Deposit
$4,150.00
Key & Lock Replacement Fee
$0

Amenities & Apartment Information

Unit

Pet Friendly
Granite Countertops
Modern Bath

Property Description

Available 3/1. Sun-filled, south-facing one-bedroom on the third floor of a classic Boston brownstone. This inviting home offers high ceilings and city views, with an open living area featuring hardwood floors, crown molding, and a decorative fireplace. A separate dining alcove flows into a galley kitchen with maple cabinetry and granite countertops. The spacious bedroom includes a generous closet, and the recently renovated bathroom features a large tiled walk-in shower and granite vanity. Additional highlights include air conditioning, elevator access, intercom security, professional management, common laundry, bike storage, and a beautifully maintained shared roof deck. Ideally located near Copley Square, the Prudential Center, Newbury Street shopping and dining, nearby parks, and convenient access to public transportation.

Map & Nearby Areas

The Kingsley School

Private School, Grades: SP

0.1mi

Kingsley Montessori School

Private School, Grades: PK-6

0.1mi

Boston Architectural College

University

0.11mi

New England College of Optometry

University

0.18mi

Newman School

Private School, Grades: 7-12

0.2mi

New England College of Optometry (New England College of Optometry)

University

0.2mi

Newman School

Private School, Grades: 9-12

0.2mi

Kingsley Montessori School

School

0.23mi

Lir

Bar

0.09mi

McGreevy's

Bar

0.1mi

The Pour House

Bar

0.1mi

Lolita

Bar

0.35mi

Ten One Tea House

Bubble Tea & Milk Tea (Cafe)

0.03mi

Linden Lounge

Coffee Shop

0.05mi

Gong Cha

Bubble Tea (Cafe)

0.06mi

Mother Juice

Juice & Cold Press (Cafe)

0.06mi

Back Bay Veterinary Clinic

Veterinary

0.07mi

Pawsh

Pet Grooming

0.02mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 33, Ladder 15

Fire Station

0.14mi

Berklee College Police

Police

0.29mi

MBTA Transit Police

Police

0.47mi

Boston Conservatory of Music

Arts Centre

0.38mi

Hynes Convention Center

0.11mi

Pucker Gallery

Gallery

0.12mi

Vose Galleries LLC

Gallery

0.13mi

Childs Gallery

Gallery

0.27mi

DTR Modern Galleries

Gallery

0.27mi

The Guild of Boston Artists

Gallery

0.29mi

Co|So: Copley Society of Art

Gallery

0.3mi

TITLE Boxing Club

Gym. Sports: Boxing

0.17mi

Tennis & Racquet Club

Sports Centre. Sports: Tennis, Racquet

0.11mi

Turnstyle

Fitness Centre. Sports: Cycling

0.11mi

Fitness Hub

Fitness Centre

0.13mi

Forme Barre Fitness

Fitness Centre. Sports: Barre

0.17mi

Pure Barre

Fitness Centre

0.19mi

Planet Fitness

Fitness Centre

0.21mi

Flywheel

Fitness Centre. Sports: Cycling, Spin

0.21mi

Commonwealth Ave Mall

Municipal Park

0.02mi

Sitting Grove

Park

0.17mi

Charles River Esplanade

Park

0.22mi

Belvidere - Dalton Plaza

Park

0.22mi

Symphony Community Park

Municipal Park

0.37mi

Charlesgate Park

Park

0.39mi

Southwest Corridor Park

State Park

0.41mi

Back Bay Fens

Municipal Park

0.42mi

Miriam & Sidney Stoneman Playground

Playground

0.23mi

Edgerly Road Playground

Playground

0.3mi

Clarendon Street Play Area

Playground

0.43mi

Mother's Rest

Playground

0.45mi

Kings Boston - Back Bay

Bowling Alley

0.21mi

Back Bay Cleaners

Laundry

0.24mi

Berkeley Cleaners

Laundry

0.38mi

New England College of Optometry Library

Library

0.2mi

Boston Public Library

Library

0.25mi

Stan Getz Media Center And Library

Library

0.27mi

Norman B. Leventhal Map Center

Library

0.31mi

Snowden International School Library

Library

0.32mi

The Mary Baker Eddy Library for the Betterment of Humanity

Library

0.34mi

Anime Zakka

Variety Store

0.07mi

Condom World

Variety Store

0.15mi

Deluca's Market

Convenience

0.09mi

7-Eleven

Convenience

0.21mi

Marlboro Market

Convenience

0.26mi

7-Eleven

Convenience

0.27mi

Quality Mart

Convenience

0.29mi

Symphony Mart

Convenience

0.33mi

Boylston St @ Prudential Center

55
57

0.11mi

Ring Rd @ Boylston St

39
9

0.2mi

Dalton St @ Belvidere St

55
57

0.22mi

Boylston St @ Massachusetts Ave

55
57

0.22mi

Massachusetts Ave @ Newbury St

1
57

0.23mi

Hynes Convention Center

Green B
Green C
Green D

0.23mi

Massachusetts Ave @ Marlborough St

1

0.26mi

Boylston St @ Massachusetts Ave

55

0.26mi

Price Comparison

This apartment is above the average price of $2,575 for 1 bedroom apartments in Back Bay. An above average rent can often be attributed to the amenities an apartment provides, as well as its condition, size, and location. Those are important factors to consider as you are searching for the perfect apartment. Contact Boston Pads now to see this apartment or request a rental application.

Rent Calculator & Affordability

Recommended Annual Gross Income

Household:

$150,909 - $199,200
A range of 25-30% is usually the recommended amount of household or combined gross income to spend on rent. This is also what many landlords are looking for in a prospective tenant, a group of roommates, or their cosigner(s). Remember, this is just a suggestion and does not take into account any other expenses you may have.

Rent Calculator

How much do you (or your cosigner) earn each year before taxes?

High Range

35% of Gross Income

$5,810

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Mid Range

25% of Gross Income

$4,150

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Low Range

15% of Gross Income

$2,490

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Apartment Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this apartment located?

This apartment is located at 280 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116.

How many bedrooms does this apartment have?

This apartment has 1 bedroom.

How many bathrooms does this apartment have?

This apartment has 1 bathroom.

What is the monthly rent?

The monthly rent is $4,150 for this 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood.

Does this apartment allow pets?

This apartment allows pets. Remember to ask your agent about the type and number of pets allowed by the property owner, as well as any dog breed restrictions.

Is parking available?

Parking is not available with this apartment.

Are heat and hot water included?

Heat and hot water are not included in the rent.

What other amenities does this apartment have?

This apartment has other amenities including granite countertops, and Modern Bath.

To view this property, or others, call or email us and we will connect you with an agent to represent you. There is a one-time nonrefundable $50 application fee to apply for a property and obtain a credit check. If your application is accepted, a service fee of up to one month's rent will be due for the agent's services.


Listing courtesy of Christopher Mehr , Full Circle Realty LLC
MLS ID#: 73467247

The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein.

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MLS PIN Data Last Updated: 2026-01-10 16:22:00

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