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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Laundry in unit
  • Garage parking for rent
  • Central air
  • Gas and hot water included

Location

87 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA|Commonwealth

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(508) 769-8327

Property Overview

This property offers modern conveniences with in-unit laundry, central air, and gas and hot water included, enhancing comfort for residents. Garage parking is available for rent, adding to the accessibility and appeal. These features make it a great option for those seeking a combination of location and amenities in Boston.

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

Amenities for 87 Brainerd Rd, Commonwealth

Building

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About 87 Brainerd Rd

HomeApartments in BrooklineCoolidge Corner 87 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA

Nice 2 bed in the heart of Allston. Laundry in unit gas and hot water included in the rent Central air Garage parking for rent First, last, security, and broker fee to 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 87 Brainerd Road, Boston, MA 02134, US compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 85 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
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features available
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodCommonwealth
Zip code02134
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in Commonwealth

2-bedroom apartments at 87 Brainerd Rd cost about 31% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$3,450
March 2024$3,450
April 2024$3,488
May 2024$3,500
June 2024$3,531
July 2024$3,512
August 2024$3,508
September 2024$3,500
October 2024$3,500
November 2024$3,503
December 2024$3,488
January 2025$3,469
February 2025$3,498
March 2025$3,500
April 2025$3,500
May 2025$3,500
June 2025$3,516
July 2025$3,520
August 2025$3,555
September 2025$3,495
October 2025$3,443
November 2025$3,420
December 2025$3,474
January 2026$3,503
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Commonwealth
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,837
March 2024$2,873
April 2024$2,895
May 2024$2,916
June 2024$2,900
July 2024$2,898
August 2024$2,899
September 2024$2,900
October 2024$2,890
November 2024$2,853
December 2024$2,895
January 2025$2,850
February 2025$2,893
March 2025$2,897
April 2025$2,900
May 2025$2,900
June 2025$2,900
July 2025$2,900
August 2025$2,900
September 2025$2,884
October 2025$2,807
November 2025$2,800
December 2025$2,835
January 2026$2,909

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 87 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA.
Last month$4,0252 bed2 bath
Last month$4,0252 bed2 bath
2 months ago$3,9252 bed2 bath
3 months ago$3,4002 bed1 bath
6 months ago$3,9262 bed1 bath
7 months ago$3,9262 bed2 bath
7 months ago$3,9262 bed2 bath
11 months ago$3,9262 bed2 bath
1 year ago$3,9262 bed2 bath

Schools near 87 Brainerd Rd

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

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Neighborhood

Commonwealth | Boston, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Boston near 87 Brainerd Rd

Walking

10/10
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

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 87 Brainerd Rd, Boston

Groceries

8/10
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
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 10-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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87 Brainerd Road Boston, MA

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Days on market: 1944
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1 Bath

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Days on market: 2778
INCREDIBLE STUDIO~S/S APPLIANCES~MODERN KTCH/BTH~GREEN-B Allston is a neighborhood of Boston Massachusetts. According to census figures over half of the population of Allston is aged 20-34 which is a clear indication of the strong young professional and college student presence. Nearby you will find Boston University, Boston College, MIT, Harvard University and Northeastern. The busiest part of the neighborhood is the stretch of Harvard Avenue between Commonwealth Avenue and Cambridge Street. It is here you will find many shops, bars and restaurants. The "B" Branch of the Boston MBTA subway Green Line runs through the neighborhood along Commonwealth Avenue. ***CONTACT ME NOW FOR MORE INFO!!***

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