Campus-Oriented Retail
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1035 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215
Retail space positioned on Boston University grounds with convenient access to transit via the Green Line T-stop.
Space Size6,506 SF
Property Size47,108 SF
Days on Market96
Property Features for 1035 Commonwealth Ave
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
6,506 SF
Property subtype
Retail
Building Details
Building Size
47,108 SF
Year Built
1920
Tenancy
Single
Spaces For Lease
at 1035 Commonwealth Ave Contact us- Size
- 6,506 SF
- Type
- Retail
- Availability
- Active
1035 Commonwealth Ave
Listing Agency:
Boston Realty Advisors
Listed By:
Harrison Demeritt · License #RE-B 9585754
(617) 223-1486
Source:
Crexi
Added: Jun 1
Changed: Sep 2
Last Checked: Sep 1 at 10:24PM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
1035 Commonwealth Avenue is a storefront retail asset presented for lease, totaling 4,702 square feet. The property is positioned as campus-oriented retail, designed to serve as an amenity for the residential uses above and nearby. Its configuration and placement support a retail tenant seeking a street-facing presence within an active university environment.
The property is located on Commonwealth Avenue in Allston, directly on Boston University’s campus. It is described as diagonally across from the Pleasant Street MBTA Green Line T-stop, placing it near a transit option. The listing also notes proximity to Boston University and nearby Harvard Business School, with the surrounding area serving students, faculty and staff, young professionals, and residents.
For tenants, this location can support business types that benefit from steady campus and neighborhood foot traffic and frequent access to public transit. The space is offered exclusively for lease and is positioned to complement the surrounding residential context, including the luxury apartments above referenced in the offering materials.
The property is located on Commonwealth Avenue in Allston, directly on Boston University’s campus. It is described as diagonally across from the Pleasant Street MBTA Green Line T-stop, placing it near a transit option. The listing also notes proximity to Boston University and nearby Harvard Business School, with the surrounding area serving students, faculty and staff, young professionals, and residents.
For tenants, this location can support business types that benefit from steady campus and neighborhood foot traffic and frequent access to public transit. The space is offered exclusively for lease and is positioned to complement the surrounding residential context, including the luxury apartments above referenced in the offering materials.
Key Highlights
- 4,702 SF retail asset positioned on Boston University grounds.
- Located at 1035 Commonwealth Avenue in Allston on one of Boston’s busiest corridors.
- Diagonally across from the Pleasant Street MBTA Green Line T‑stop for convenient transit access.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
2,356
Businesses Nearby
126k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Shops & Services 56%
Dining 35%
Apparel 8%
Home Improvements & Furnishings 2%
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
Dining
18,825 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Shell
Shops & Services
18,623 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Dollar Tree
Shops & Services
13,870 visits/mo
0.1 miles
Speedway
Shops & Services
10,477 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Goodwill
Apparel
9,631 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Demographics for 02215, MA
26,926
Population
9,390
Households
2.9
Avg Household Size
26
Median Age
85%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
0.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
29,918
Density / Sq Mi
$65,827
Median Household Income
$12,149
Median Earnings
$2,385
Median Rent
$683,800
Median Home Value
Market
Lease Benchmarks for Boston, MA
$72.06 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$13.64–$200 /SF/Yr
Price Range
4,393 SF
Avg Space Size
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Boston, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Retail space - Retail space positioned on Boston University grounds with convenient access to transit via the Green Line T-stop.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1035 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 4,702 SF retail asset positioned on Boston University grounds.; Located at 1035 Commonwealth Avenue in Allston on one of Boston’s busiest corridors.; Diagonally across from the Pleasant Street MBTA Green Line T‑stop for convenient transit access.
