A 351-unit condominium community in Brighton, Boston.
Market figures reflect closed sales over recent sales. Data sourced from MLS PIN.
1641 Commonwealth Avenue is a 351-unit condominium association in Boston's Brighton neighborhood, positioned directly along one of the city's signature boulevards. The building offers classic pre-war character—high ceilings, hardwood floors, and generous bay windows—paired with updated kitchens found throughout many of the units. Recent sales activity has been modest, with two closings in the tracked period at a median price of $179,000, or roughly $328 per square foot, and units averaging about 76 days on the market.
Based on current and recent listings, residents at 1641 Commonwealth Avenue can expect:
The listings on record reflect one-bedroom units and at least one two-bedroom-style layout with a strong, functional floor plan. One-bedroom homes here are characterized by their large bay windows facing Commonwealth Avenue, renovated eat-in kitchens, hardwood floors, and high ceilings—an appealing combination of period detail and modern updates. A second-floor unit noted a sunny exposure with lots of windows, a renovated kitchen, and a partially renovated bathroom. Given the building's 351-unit scale, buyers should expect a range of comparable layouts, with variation in renovation level from unit to unit.
The defining feature of this address is its transit access. Units are described as being steps to public transportation and directly on the Green Line T, making this a genuinely commuter-friendly location for those heading into downtown Boston, Kenmore, the Longwood Medical Area, or the universities along the corridor. The Commonwealth Avenue setting places residents on a wide, tree-lined thoroughfare with the streetcar line running down its center—a hallmark of Brighton and Allston living.
For buyers prioritizing walkability and car-optional living, the combination of on-site rental parking and immediate Green Line access offers flexibility. The building's scale, established Brighton location, and the entry-level pricing reflected in recent sales make 1641 Commonwealth Avenue worth attention from first-time buyers and investors alike.
Justin Rollo is a Massachusetts real estate expert with over a decade of experience and hundreds of South Shore transactions. He tracks every sale, pending, and price movement inside 1641 Commonwealth Avenue — so whether you're buying into the community or thinking about selling, you're working with someone who knows this specific association inside and out.
Ask Justin about 1641 Commonwealth Avenue →Over recent sales, units at 1641 Commonwealth Avenue sold at a median of $179,000, about $328 per square foot.
1641 Commonwealth Avenue is a 351-unit condominium association in Boston, MA.
Recent sales at 1641 Commonwealth Avenue averaged about 76 days on market, with 2 closings in the period.