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17 Orkney Road
17 Orkney Road, Boston, MA 02135, USA

Apartment for rent
Cat friendly
Monthly rent
$1,895–$6,000The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
BedsStudio–6
Baths1–2
Sqft–
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4 Days Ago

Property Overview

Modern finishes such as a fully applianced, modern kitchen, open floor plan, spacious living room, on-site laundry, and hardwood floors throughout create a comfortable and functional living space. Strong value for money in the 79.17th percentile compared to nearby rentals makes it competitively priced for the area. An extensive set of 68 listing photos helps renters quickly understand the layout, finishes, and overall condition.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Images available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Units

17 Orkney Road Boston, MA

New Listing

3F

Studio

1 Bath

$1,895

Listed on 05/09/2026
Listed by Pat Arone
Days on market: 5
Conveniently located in Brighton s Cleveland Circle neighborhood, this professionally managed apartment offers easy access to public transportation, dining, shopping, and nearby green space. Enjoy comfortable city living in one of Boston s most commuter-friendly locations. Unit Features: Hardwood floors throughout Updated kitchen and bathroom Spacious layout with great natural light Laundry facilities in the building Heat and hot water included Cat-friendly property Professionally managed building Easy access to the Green Line B, C, and D branches Nearby Landmarks Cleveland Circle Chestnut Hill Reservoir Boston College Beacon Street restaurants and cafes Commonwealth Avenue shops and conveniences Move-In Details Avail Date 09/01/2026 Move-In Costs First month s rent Last month s rent Contact us for a viewing. NO BROKERAGE FEE OR SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE FROM TENANT! REQUIRED MOVE-IN FEES ARE FIRST MONTH S RENT AND LAST MONTH

Available

6 Beds, 2.5 Baths

6 Beds

2.5 Baths

$6,000

Listed on 02/21/2026
Listed by 17 Orkney Rd #1A Boston MA 02135
Days on market: 82
Bright, Spacious, Student Friendly, 6BR/2.5BA duplex steps from Cleveland Circle! Perfect for BC Students and Young Professionals! This sun-filled offering features high ceilings, an open floor plan, hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room, six large equal bedrooms, a modern, fully applianced kitchen with dishwasher and disposal, three modern baths, a backyard, laundry on site, (4) parking spaces included and HW included! THIS IS A SINGLE FAMILY HOME AND CAN BE RENTED AS TWO SEPARATE UNITS (6BR/2.5BA AND A 4BR/1BA) OR AS A 10BR/3.5BA HOUSE.

Occupied Units

Occupied

D

Studio

1 Bath

$1,775

Listed by Colonial Realty Associates, LLC
Days on market: 364
Sunny Studio in Brighton – Heat & Hot Water Included Charming and affordable studio apartment located on a quiet, tree-lined street in Brighton. Just steps from Commonwealth Ave and the Green Line (B), this unit offers comfort, convenience, and value in a well-maintained building. Unit Features: Bright and open layout with hardwood floors Large windows providing great natural light Efficient kitchen with good cabinet space and full-size appliances Heat and hot water included in the rent Laundry in building for convenience Cat-friendly Location Highlights: Easy access to public transportation (B Line – Green Line) Close to Boston College, Brighton Center, and Cleveland Circle Near Whole Foods, restaurants, cafes, and more Move-in costs: First month, last month, and broker fee (equal to one month) Contact us for more details or to schedule a virtual or in-person showing.

Occupied

Studio, 1 Bath

Studio

1 Bath

$1,850

Listed by Colonial Realty Associates, LLC Arone
Days on market: 359
ZMP90573253 - Sunny Studio in Brighton Heat & Hot Water Included Charming and affordable studio apartment located on a quiet, tree-lined street in Brighton. Just steps from Commonwealth Ave and the Green Line (B), this unit offers comfort, convenience, and value in a well-maintained building. Unit Features: Bright and open layout with hardwood floors Large windows providing great natural light Efficient kitchen with good cabinet space and full-size appliances Heat and hot water included in the rent Laundry in building for convenience Cat-friendly Location Highlights: Easy access to public transportation (B Line Green Line) Close to Boston College, Brighton Center, and Cleveland Circle Near Whole Foods, restaurants, cafes, and more Move-in costs: First month, last month, and broker fee (equal to one month) Contact us for more details or to schedule a virtual or in-person showing.

Occupied

10 Beds, 3.5 Baths

10 Beds

3.5 Baths

$15,000

Listed by MASSIVE 10 BED IN BRIGHTON 3.5 BATH!!!!
Days on market: 99
Unit can be divided into two separate units Central Air Fireplace Hardwood Floors Modern Bath Modern Kitchen Porch Skylights Staircase Yard No Pets Parking Available, Tandem 10bed (split by two units 4bed and 6bed. Typically used as one house). Yard. Utilities paid separately between units. 25: Massive Basement with other rooms for parties.

Amenities for 17 Orkney Road

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • Hardwood Floor
  • High Ceilings
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Dishwasher

Policies at 17 Orkney Road

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 17 Orkney Road

HomeApartments in BostonCommonwealth 17 Orkney Rd #3F, Boston, MA 02135, USA

Interested in leasing 17 Orkney Road, Boston, MA 02135, USA? Currently, 17 Orkney Road, Boston, MA 02135, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a studio apartment with 1 bathroom. Below, you can compare the rent price at 17 Orkney Road, Boston, MA 02135, USA vs overall rent prices in Commonwealth, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 17 Orkney Road, Boston, MA 02135, USA.

Address details

Units5
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02135

17 Orkney Rd #3F is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 17 Orkney Road, Boston, MA 02135, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Boston

Studio apartments at 17 Orkney Rd #3F cost about 10% less than the average rent price for studios in Commonwealth.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,375
June 2024$2,355
July 2024$2,390
August 2024$2,399
September 2024$2,418
October 2024$2,480
November 2024$2,420
December 2024$2,412
January 2025$2,312
February 2025$2,306
March 2025$2,344
April 2025$2,387
May 2025$2,400
June 2025$2,400
July 2025$2,400
August 2025$2,492
September 2025$2,493
October 2025$2,485
November 2025$2,496
December 2025$2,500
January 2026$2,500
February 2026$2,427
March 2026$2,500
April 2026$2,500
May 2026$2,500
A table of studio rental data trends in Commonwealth
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,000
June 2024$2,025
July 2024$2,077
August 2024$2,125
September 2024$2,085
October 2024$2,043
November 2024$2,018
December 2024$1,995
January 2025$2,017
February 2025$2,025
March 2025$2,020
April 2025$2,025
May 2025$2,044
June 2025$2,018
July 2025$2,025
August 2025$2,003
September 2025$2,037
October 2025$2,041
November 2025$1,998
December 2025$2,035
January 2026$2,045
February 2026$2,079
March 2026$2,100
April 2026$2,105
May 2026$2,097

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 17 Orkney Rd, Boston, MA.
8 months ago$7,0006 bed2.5 bath
1 year ago$1,850Studio1 bath
6 years ago$1,9002 bed1 bath

Schools near 17 Orkney Rd #3F

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic

Allston Head Start & Children's Services

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic

Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road

333 washington st

brookline, MA, 2445

PKPublic

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 17 Orkney Road

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 17 Orkney Road, Boston

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 17 Orkney Road

Star Market
1717 Beacon St
Whole Foods Market
15 Washington St
Lee's Supermarket
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Father & Son Market
1437 Commonwealth Ave
Richdale Food Shops
2195 Commonwealth Ave

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