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- In-unit laundry
- Vibrant
- Central air
Location
3 University Rd, Brookline, MA 02445, USA|Washington Square
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About 3 University Rd
CENTRAL AIR! IN-UNIT LAUNDRY! NO BROKER FEE!! Beautifully renovated in 2023, this 4 bed/2 bath apartment is located in Brookline's vibrant Washington Square. Restaurants, coffee shops, and the C line are just outside your door. All bedrooms are a good size. Unit has porch with sliding glass doors. Has Nest-like camera system with views of front and back building doors. Available for a September 1st, 2025 move-in.
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 3 University Rd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 4-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Washington Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02445 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Washington Square
4-bedroom apartments at 3 University Rd cost about the same as the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Brookline.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Washington Square
Brookline
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $5,475 |
| November 2023 | $5,512 |
| December 2023 | $5,530 |
| January 2024 | $5,550 |
| February 2024 | $5,875 |
| March 2024 | $5,885 |
| April 2024 | $5,875 |
| May 2024 | $5,883 |
| June 2024 | $5,900 |
| July 2024 | $5,500 |
| August 2024 | $5,550 |
| September 2024 | $5,650 |
| October 2024 | $5,775 |
| November 2024 | $5,660 |
| December 2024 | $5,818 |
| January 2025 | $5,831 |
| February 2025 | $5,953 |
| March 2025 | $5,875 |
| April 2025 | $5,800 |
| May 2025 | $5,875 |
| June 2025 | $5,900 |
| July 2025 | $5,815 |
| August 2025 | $5,692 |
| September 2025 | $5,800 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $5,687 |
| November 2023 | $5,900 |
| December 2023 | $5,900 |
| January 2024 | $5,950 |
| February 2024 | $6,100 |
| March 2024 | $6,090 |
| April 2024 | $6,000 |
| May 2024 | $6,283 |
| June 2024 | $6,020 |
| July 2024 | $5,273 |
| August 2024 | $5,440 |
| September 2024 | $5,400 |
| October 2024 | $5,800 |
| November 2024 | $5,350 |
| December 2024 | $5,150 |
| January 2025 | $5,000 |
| February 2025 | $5,425 |
| March 2025 | $5,440 |
| April 2025 | $4,962 |
| May 2025 | $5,270 |
| June 2025 | $5,656 |
| July 2025 | $5,510 |
| August 2025 | $5,557 |
| September 2025 | $5,600 |
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Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 3 University Rd
Michael Driscoll School
64 westbourne ter
brookline, MA, 2446
K-8Public
A
Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon
115 greenough st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
The Lynch Center
599 brookline ave
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham
194 grove st
chestnut hill, MA, 2467
PKPublic
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Getting around Brookline near 3 University Rd
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
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 3 University Rd, Brookline
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-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 3 University Rd
Star Market
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Whole Foods Market
15 Washington St
Lee's Supermarket
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Maruichi Japanese Food & Deli
299 Harvard St
Stop & Shop Supermarket
155 Harvard St
SAS Shoes
1388 Beacon St
Nordstrom
497 Boylston St
Simons Shoes
282 Harvard St
Dependable Cleaners
281 Harvard St
Mint Julep
1302 Beacon St
WFM Coffee Bar
15 Washington St
Dolce Vita Cafe
1698 Commonwealth Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
420 Harvard St
Union Square Donuts
409 Harvard St
Dunkin'
1912 Beacon St
Washington Square Tavern
714 Washington St
The Publick House
1648 Beacon St
Burro Bar
1665 Beacon St
Barcelona Wine Bar
1700 Beacon St
Draft
34 Harvard Ave
Athan's European Bakery
1621 Beacon St
Peace Love Cupcakes, Inc
92 Corey Rd
Sultana's Bakery & Cafe
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
420 Harvard St
New Paris Bakery & Candy Shop
10 Cypress St
Lotta Bradburn Schick Park
Driscoll School Playground
Corey Hill Outlook Park
Jean B Waldstein Playground
Runkle School Playground
Super Fusion Cuisine
690A Washington St
Dragon Star Chinese Restaurant
700 Washington St
Kamiza
696 Washington St
Washington Square Tavern
714 Washington St
Caffe Nero
1633 Beacon St
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