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Highlights
- Prime location
- In-unit laundry
- Hardwood floors throughout
- All the amenities
- Spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom
Location
81 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA|Commonwealth
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Property Overview
A prime location enhances convenience, while in-unit laundry and hardwood floors throughout add to the appeal. The spacious three-bedroom, two-bathroom layout accommodates various lifestyles, and the abundance of amenities ensures comfort and modern living.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
- Images available
Great for
Wellness
Pet owners
Amenities for 81 Brainerd Rd, Commonwealth
Features
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
Community
| Coin Op Laundry | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Neighborhood
| Boston University |
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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About 81 Brainerd Rd
Introducing our spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo located in the heart of Boston, MA. This beautifully designed unit features hardwood floors throughout, in-unit laundry for added convenience, and close proximity to Boston University. Enjoy the vibrant city life with easy access to shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to live in a prime location with all the amenities you need right at your fingertips. Contact us today to schedule a tour of this 3-bedroom gem in Boston!
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 81 Brainerd Road, Boston, MA 02134, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 250 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Pet restrictions
- Pets aren't allowed at this location.
Address details
| Neighborhood | Commonwealth |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02134 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Commonwealth
3-bedroom apartments at 81 Brainerd Rd cost about 34% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $4,000 |
| June 2024 | $3,999 |
| July 2024 | $3,911 |
| August 2024 | $3,879 |
| September 2024 | $3,900 |
| October 2024 | $3,898 |
| November 2024 | $4,075 |
| December 2024 | $4,200 |
| January 2025 | $4,212 |
| February 2025 | $4,175 |
| March 2025 | $4,072 |
| April 2025 | $4,080 |
| May 2025 | $4,010 |
| June 2025 | $3,998 |
| July 2025 | $3,959 |
| August 2025 | $3,934 |
| September 2025 | $3,900 |
| October 2025 | $3,836 |
| November 2025 | $3,940 |
| December 2025 | $4,225 |
| January 2026 | $4,275 |
| February 2026 | $4,207 |
| March 2026 | $4,200 |
| April 2026 | $4,193 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,631 |
| June 2024 | $3,639 |
| July 2024 | $3,649 |
| August 2024 | $3,657 |
| September 2024 | $3,604 |
| October 2024 | $3,604 |
| November 2024 | $3,537 |
| December 2024 | $3,597 |
| January 2025 | $3,565 |
| February 2025 | $3,592 |
| March 2025 | $3,515 |
| April 2025 | $3,580 |
| May 2025 | $3,600 |
| June 2025 | $3,656 |
| July 2025 | $3,648 |
| August 2025 | $3,694 |
| September 2025 | $3,600 |
| October 2025 | $3,627 |
| November 2025 | $3,695 |
| December 2025 | $3,671 |
| January 2026 | $3,812 |
| February 2026 | $3,821 |
| March 2026 | $3,700 |
| April 2026 | $3,762 |
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Can I afford to live at 81 Brainerd Rd?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $203,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $5,095.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $5,095 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $4,025 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $5,192 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $4,025 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,550 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,925 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $3,344 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $3,344 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 81 Brainerd Rd
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
PKPublic
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 81 Brainerd Rd
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
6/10
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 81 Brainerd Rd, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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