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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Private patio or balcony
- Central air conditioning
- Clubhouse
- Breakfast bars
- Private entrance
- Business center
Location
491 Vfw Pkwy #491, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA|South Brookline
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Property Overview
Appealing option with a private entrance, outdoor patio or balcony, central air, and access to shared amenities such as a clubhouse and business center, plus 14 photos to preview the space. Offers strong work-from-home appeal with high-speed internet, built-in desks or shelving, and a nearby coworking space or café. Pet friendliness stands out with durable flooring, outdoor areas, and multiple nearby pet hospitals and grooming services, while well-rated middle and high schools are within roughly 2 miles.
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
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Images Available
Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Amenities for 491 Vfw Pkwy #491, South Brookline
Features
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 491 Vfw Pkwy #491
Sweet deal!
This listing is 13% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in South Brookline.
Brand new 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom residence at Hancock Village offering modern space, privacy, and full-scale amenities in a professionally managed community spanning Brookline and West Roxbury. These homes feature an open-concept first floor with a private entrance, in-unit washer and dryer, central air conditioning, high-speed internet access, and are cable ready. Interiors include hardwood and tile flooring, recessed lighting, crown molding, built-in desk areas, custom closet organizer systems, and a complete appliance package with microwave. Kitchens are finished with custom maple cabinetry, Carrera marble countertops, breakfast bars, and water filtration systems. Many homes include a private patio or balcony with courtyard or woodland views. Residents enjoy access to a brand new 25,000 square foot community center and clubhouse with concierge services, business center, computer caf , indoor caf , coffee bar, media rooms, game areas, event spaces, atrium lounge, and resident loung
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 491 VFW Parkway, Brookline, MA 02467, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 2 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Brookline |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02467 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in South Brookline
2-bedroom apartments at 491 Vfw Pkwy #491 cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Brookline.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
South Brookline
Brookline
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,600 |
| June 2024 | $3,618 |
| July 2024 | $3,623 |
| August 2024 | $3,700 |
| September 2024 | $3,612 |
| October 2024 | $3,658 |
| November 2024 | $3,767 |
| December 2024 | $3,640 |
| January 2025 | $3,666 |
| February 2025 | $3,642 |
| March 2025 | $3,619 |
| April 2025 | $3,600 |
| May 2025 | $3,630 |
| June 2025 | $3,700 |
| July 2025 | $3,629 |
| August 2025 | $3,600 |
| September 2025 | $3,539 |
| October 2025 | $3,664 |
| November 2025 | $3,520 |
| December 2025 | $3,518 |
| January 2026 | $3,628 |
| February 2026 | $3,632 |
| March 2026 | $3,606 |
| April 2026 | $3,646 |
| May 2026 | $3,772 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,810 |
| June 2024 | $3,937 |
| July 2024 | $4,232 |
| August 2024 | $4,578 |
| September 2024 | $4,592 |
| October 2024 | $4,571 |
| November 2024 | $4,587 |
| December 2024 | $4,002 |
| January 2025 | $4,378 |
| February 2025 | $4,577 |
| March 2025 | $4,574 |
| April 2025 | $4,577 |
| May 2025 | $4,607 |
| June 2025 | $4,557 |
| July 2025 | $4,617 |
| August 2025 | $4,676 |
| September 2025 | $4,518 |
| October 2025 | $4,539 |
| November 2025 | $4,560 |
| December 2025 | $4,472 |
| January 2026 | $4,486 |
| February 2026 | $4,532 |
| March 2026 | $4,312 |
| April 2026 | $4,161 |
| May 2026 | $4,080 |
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Can I afford to live at 491 Vfw Pkwy #491?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$138,200/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $138,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,455.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $3,455 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,455 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,455 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,455 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,455 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 months ago | $3,455 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,750 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,750 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,750 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 491 Vfw Pkwy #491
Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham
194 grove st
chestnut hill, MA, 2467
PKPublic
Baker School
205 beverly rd
chestnut hill, MA, 2467
K-8Public
A
Heath School
100 eliot st
chestnut hill, MA, 2467
PK, K-8Public
A+
William H. Lincoln School
19 kennard rd
brookline, MA, 2445
K-8Public
A+
John D. Runkle School
50 druce st
brookline, MA, 2445
PK, K-8Public
A
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Getting around Chestnut Hill near 491 Vfw Pkwy #491
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
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 491 Vfw Pkwy #491, Chestnut Hill
Groceries
5/10
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 15-minute walk
High schools
2/10
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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