1254 Commonwealth Ave

What neighborhood is 1254 Commonwealth Ave in?

Allston, Boston (02134).

What's Allston known for?

Home to Boston University's western campus buildings and Harvard Extension School facilities; dense triple-decker and small apartment-building housing stock, with a cluster of live-music venues along Harvard Avenue and Brighton Avenue.

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How do people get around Allston?

Green Line B branch: Allston Street, Warren Street, Griggs Street, Harvard Avenue, Packard's Corner

What's the average rent for a studio in Allston right now?

Average asking rent is $2,108/mo, as of August 2026.

How does Allston rent compare with nearby neighborhoods for a studio?

Allston's average is $2,108/mo, next to Brighton $2,110/mo, Back Bay $2,790/mo, Cambridge $2,366/mo — same bed size, same month, and only areas with enough active listings to report.

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