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!
249 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02116
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Available units
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What's special
Shared common courtyardLaundry in basementClassic brownstone building
Neighborhood: Back Bay
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Rider's ParadiseBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Boston
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Snowden Int'L High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- NACarter SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Mel H King ElementaryGrades: 2-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 249 Commonwealth Ave?
249 Commonwealth Ave has a walk score of 99, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 249 Commonwealth Ave?
249 Commonwealth Ave has a transit score of 95, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 249 Commonwealth Ave?
The schools assigned to 249 Commonwealth Ave include Snowden Int'L High School, Carter School, and Mel H King Elementary.
What neighborhood is 249 Commonwealth Ave in?
249 Commonwealth Ave is in the Back Bay neighborhood in Boston, MA.









