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42 Sherman Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA|Brook Farm
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Property Overview
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Amenities for 42 Sherman Rd, Brook Farm
Apartment Amenities
| Central Air | Granite Countertops |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Oven/Range | Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog policy
| Allowed |
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Cat policy
| Not Allowed |
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About 42 Sherman Rd
Call today about this beautiful West Roxbury apartment. Plenty of space, natural light, and a charm all its own greet you every time you come home to this 1-bedroom apartment. Neighborhood amenities include dining, shopping, access to public transit, and more! You will love calling 42 Sherman Rd. home. • Central Air • Dishwasher • Disposal • Granite Counter Tops • Hardwood Floors • Laundry in Unit • Microwave • Oven/Range • Refrigerator • Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Disclaimer: The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise. You understand that we are your hired party and have no contract, written, verbal, or otherwise with the landlord(s) of any property we may show you. Fee Disclosure: Last Month Rent: $3,240 Lock & Key Fee: $50 Parking Fee: $30 / month (optional)
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 42 Sherman Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA compares to other nearby properties.
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Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Brook Farm |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02467 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Brook Farm
1-bedroom apartments at 42 Sherman Rd cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Brook Farm
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $2,971 |
| November 2023 | $2,981 |
| December 2023 | $2,985 |
| January 2024 | $3,000 |
| February 2024 | $2,803 |
| March 2024 | $2,840 |
| April 2024 | $2,856 |
| May 2024 | $2,816 |
| June 2024 | $2,800 |
| July 2024 | $2,800 |
| August 2024 | $2,800 |
| September 2024 | $2,815 |
| October 2024 | $2,890 |
| November 2024 | $2,933 |
| December 2024 | $2,906 |
| January 2025 | $2,825 |
| February 2025 | $2,831 |
| March 2025 | $2,850 |
| April 2025 | $2,868 |
| May 2025 | $2,877 |
| June 2025 | $2,850 |
| July 2025 | $2,873 |
| August 2025 | $2,959 |
| September 2025 | $2,903 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,995 |
| November 2023 | $1,980 |
| December 2023 | $1,641 |
| January 2024 | $1,568 |
| February 2024 | $1,200 |
| March 2024 | $2,075 |
| April 2024 | $1,875 |
| May 2024 | $2,250 |
| June 2024 | $2,254 |
| July 2024 | $2,255 |
| August 2024 | $2,222 |
| September 2024 | $2,000 |
| October 2024 | $2,158 |
| November 2024 | $2,756 |
| December 2024 | $1,415 |
| January 2025 | $1,337 |
| February 2025 | $1,650 |
| March 2025 | $1,240 |
| April 2025 | $1,606 |
| May 2025 | $2,049 |
| June 2025 | $2,247 |
| July 2025 | $1,940 |
| August 2025 | $2,960 |
| September 2025 | $3,293 |
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Can I afford to live at 42 Sherman Rd?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $3,240 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,240 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,750 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,750 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,750 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,750 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,550 | 1 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,250 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,250 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath |
Schools near 42 Sherman Rd
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Brook Farm | Boston, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Chestnut Hill near 42 Sherman Rd
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 42 Sherman Rd, Chestnut Hill
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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42 Sherman Rd, Chestnut Hill, MA
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