Commonwealth Elderly

4 Fidelis Way, Boston, MA 02135 · also known as Commonwealth Apartments

Commonwealth Elderly is a housing for older adults at 4 Fidelis Way in Brighton, Boston, MA 02135, with 116 apartments, built in 1980.

At a glance

• 116 apartments (HUD’s public housing records)
• Built in 1980
• Bedrooms: 104 1-bedroom, 12 2-bedroom

No homes in Commonwealth Elderly are listed right now. Ask Benjamin Realty to tell you when one comes on the market.

Income-restricted housing

Commonwealth Elderly is in Federal public housing. Designation: Elderly/disabled (state designation).

Boston Housing Authority: how to apply, waitlists and income limits. How housing assistance works in Massachusetts.

Getting around

Walkability: 100 out of 100, from how close everyday places are.

Closest train and subway stops:

• Washington Street (MBTA Green Line B), under 0.1 mi
• Warren Street (MBTA Green Line B), 0.3 mi
• Sutherland Road (MBTA Green Line B), 0.3 mi

Closest bus stops:

• Washington St opp Euston Rd (MBTA 65), under 0.1 mi
• Cambridge St @ Sparhawk St (MBTA 57 501), 0.4 mi

Public schools nearby

• Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy (elementary, grades PK–1), 0.2 mi
• Brighton High School (high, grades 7–12), 0.3 mi

The district decides which school serves an address. Distances are straight-line.

Questions about Commonwealth Elderly

How many units are in Commonwealth Elderly?

Commonwealth Elderly has 116 apartments, according to HUD’s public housing records.

When was Commonwealth Elderly built?

Commonwealth Elderly was built in 1980.

Are there homes for sale or rent in Commonwealth Elderly right now?

None are listed at the moment. Benjamin Realty can tell you when a home in Commonwealth Elderly comes on the market.

What is the closest T or train station to Commonwealth Elderly?

Washington Street (MBTA Green Line B) is under 0.1 miles away, in a straight line.

Is Commonwealth Elderly income-restricted housing?

Yes. Commonwealth Elderly is in Federal public housing. Apply through Boston Housing Authority.

Buildings near Commonwealth Elderly

• Washington Street Apartments — 95 Washington St, 82 apartments, 0.1 mi
• Commonwealth Apartments — 31 Jette Ct, 278 apartments · built 1980, 0.2 mi
• Patricia White — 20 Washington Street, 225 apartments, 0.2 mi
• Corey Assisted Living — 180 Corey Rd, 102 apartments, 0.2 mi
• The Hillcroft — 147 Kelton St, 68 condos · built 1988 · 8 floors · 8 listed now, 0.3 mi
• The Aberdeen — 1666 Commonwealth Ave, 67 condos · built 1925 · 4 listed now, 0.3 mi
• Governor Apartments — 193 Kelton St, 87 apartments, 0.3 mi
• COMAVEN Housing — 1399 Commonwealth Ave, 89 apartments, 0.4 mi

More: all 300 large buildings in Boston · Boston homes for sale and rent · Brighton neighborhood guide

Sources

• Housing authority development tables (EOHLC annual plans and authority sites)
• OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL)
• HUD Public Housing Developments

Assessed values and sales are public records from municipal assessors. An assessed value is set for taxation and may differ from market value. Data checked 2026-11-02.

To ask about homes in Commonwealth Elderly or book a showing, call Benjamin Realty at (617) 734-5050 or email [email protected].