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85 Brainerd Rd85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA
Apartment for rent
Cat friendly
| Monthly rent | $3,350–$4,025The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 2 |
| Sqft | 850–900 |
2 Days Ago
2 Bed 2 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 102 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
Property Overview
Featuring notable amenities such as a swimming pool, in-unit laundry, and a roof deck, this listing also provides the convenience of included heat and hot water. Located just over half a mile from a top-rated middle school, it offers excellent access to education. With 35 photos available, potential renters can easily view the space, while its value per square foot ranks within the 73rd percentile compared to neighboring properties.
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
- Covered parking
Great for
Pet owners
Wellness
Units
85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA
85 Brainerd Rd Boston, MA
Available
2 Beds, 2 Baths
2 Beds
2 Baths
$3,350
New Listing
420
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,025
Fireplace • Dishwasher • Air Conditioning • On-Site Laundry • Hardwood Floor • Fitness Center
Amenities for 85 Brainerd Rd
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- Garage Parking
- Swimming Pool
- Elevator
- Concierge Service
- Package Service
- Business Center
- Door Person
- Fitness Center
- On-Site Management
- On-Site Laundry
- Storage
- Outdoor Space
- Roof Deck
- Controlled Access
- Residents Lounge
Unit Amenities
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Air Conditioning
- On-Site Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
- Fitness Center
- In-Unit Laundry
- Balcony
- Assigned Parking
- Walk-In Closets
- Central Heat
- High Ceilings
- Carpet
- Deck
- Furnished
- Ceiling Fan
- Microwave
- Oven
Policies at 85 Brainerd Rd
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 85 Brainerd Rd
Interested in leasing 85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA? Currently, 85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a 2-bedroom apartment with 2 bathrooms. Below, you can compare the rent price at 85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA vs overall rent prices in Commonwealth, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA.
Address details
| Units | 102 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
85 Brainerd Rd #420 is great for:
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 85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 230 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Covered parking
- Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
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Rent trends in Boston
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 85 Brainerd Rd #420 to be 29% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Commonwealth.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Commonwealth
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,450 |
| January 2024 | $2,412 |
| February 2024 | $2,300 |
| March 2024 | $2,345 |
| April 2024 | $2,350 |
| May 2024 | $2,360 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,025 |
| January 2024 | $2,005 |
| February 2024 | $2,000 |
| March 2024 | $2,015 |
| April 2024 | $2,025 |
| 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 | $2,029 |
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Can I afford to live at 85 Brainerd Rd?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $147,500 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $3,687.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $4,025 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| This month | $4,025 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| This month | $3,400 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| This month | $5,192 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,600 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,600 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,695 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,695 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,926 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 85 Brainerd Rd #420
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 85 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 85 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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Allston Market
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Whole Foods Market
15 Washington St
Linden's Superette
101 Brighton Ave
Cheema's Market
562 Cambridge St
Lee's Supermarket
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Urban Outfitters
226 Harvard Ave
T.J. Maxx
525 Harvard St
Awol
190 Harvard Ave
Buried Treasures
377 Cambridge St
SAS Shoes
1388 Beacon St
Starbucks
1304 Commonwealth Ave
Dunkin'
210 Harvard Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
420 Harvard St
Mochinut
154 Harvard Ave
Union Square Donuts
409 Harvard St
Habibi's Lounge
1217 Commonwealth Ave
Harry's Bar & Grill
1430 Commonwealth Ave
Habierano Mexican Grill
166 Brighton Ave
Patrons
138 Brighton Ave
Silhouette Lounge
200 Brighton Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
420 Harvard St
Kupel's Bakery
421 Harvard St
Casa Brasil Bakery Inc
125 Harvard Ave
Sultana's Bakery & Cafe
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Athan's European Bakery
1621 Beacon St
Corey Hill Outlook Park
Stanley A Ringer Playground
Ringer Playground
Brian Honan Park
Commonwealth Avenue Outbound
Charlie's Pizza & Cafe
177 Allston St
Shan A Punjab
500 Harvard St
Inbound Pizza
1232 Commonwealth Ave
Seoul Soulongtang
1245 Commonwealth Ave
Dunkin'
210 Harvard Ave
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