Availability
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1Published
12 days ago$2,100 / month
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Rent price history
| Date | Price | Listed by |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2026 | $2,100-3% | Erin Loughran |
| Jun 2026 | $2,175+6% | Andrew Mckinney |
| Jun 2025 | $2,050+8% | Hodge Stillwell |
| Aug 2024 | $1,895 | Andrew Mckinney |
| May 2023 | $1,900 | Andrew Mckinney |
Neighborhood FAQ
What neighborhood is 290 Commonwealth Ave in?
Back Bay, Boston (02116).
What's Back Bay known for?
Victorian brownstone row houses on a planned 19th-century street grid, home to the Boston Public Library's Copley Square building and Newbury Street's retail corridor.
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How do people get around Back Bay?
Orange Line: Back Bay; Green Line B/C/D/E: Copley, Arlington
What's the median rent for a studio in Back Bay right now?
Median asking rent is $2,500/mo (typical range $2,195–$2,813, based on 207 active listings), as of June 2026.
How does Back Bay rent compare with nearby neighborhoods for a studio?
Back Bay's median is $2,500/mo, next to Beacon Hill $2,300/mo, South End $2,300/mo, Fenway $2,400/mo — same bed size, same week, areas with 20+ active listings only.
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