
1157 Commonwealth Ave #1 Boston — Photo 1 of 23
Recent Drop: $30,000
$629,000
1157 Commonwealth Ave #1, Boston, MA 02134
Boston, MA 02134 — Allston
Beds
3
Baths
1
SqFt
1,133
Style
Condominium
Built
1920
Excellent investment opportunity in a prime location! Located in Allston’s Packard’s Corner, an extra-large two-bedroom unit with a separate dining area, used as a three-bedroom, is situated in a beautiful brownstone building within walking distance of Boston University, right on the Green Line, close to Coolidge Corner. Popular restaurants, bars, cafes, and retail are all right in the neighborhood. The comfortable, functional layout provides ample living space, including three large bedrooms, a beautifully renovated bathroom, a spacious living room, and an eat-in kitchen with a private balcony. The apartment features high ceilings, hardwood floors, building laundry, and private basement storage. The unit is currently tenanted with a lease through 8/30/27
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Boston, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Medical Facility
Geography
Property History
$629,000
Was $659,000
Aug 19, 2026
MLS® 73549899
$659,000
Jul 15, 2026
MLS® 73549899
Population
17,667
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$79K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
87.2%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Suffolk County
2,337 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+13% vs the prior 12 months) — 2,062 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
Listing Agent: Boston'S Best Group
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
MLS® Number: 73549899
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