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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Modern features
  • Gleaming hardwood floors
  • Fully-applianced kitchens
  • Additional storage
  • Easy access

Location

Brighton, MA 02135, USA|Oak Square
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Management

Akelius Real Estate Management LLC

Leasing office

(844) 278-3514 ext. 4021

Open 

Saturday 9:30 am–4:30 pm ET

Property Overview

286 & Chestnut Hill Avenue earns a strong overall rating, reflecting a competitive price, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location. It offers on-site laundry, modern finishes, hardwood floors, fully applianced kitchens, and extra storage, while also standing out for its many photos, strong value for money, and close access to nearby schools and transit.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath430 sqft$2,350–$2,600 /mo2 units available
One Bedroom1 bed1 bath585 sqft$2,750–$2,850 /mo3 units available
Two Bedroom2 bed1 bath780 sqft$3,125 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorIndoor Corridor
Large ClosetsStandard Ceiling Height
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherEfficient Appliances
Garbage DisposalGas Range
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Gate

Services

On-Site MaintenanceRecycling

Neighborhood

Transportation
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Small Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Cat Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$50

Dog

Dog Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$100

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Building details

Property details

Units50
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About 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue

HomeApartments in BostonOak Square 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue

286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue cost $2,100–$3,125 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site laundry and controlled access. Located at Brighton, MA 02135, USA, 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue has studio — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Boston, renting an apartment at 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue is 13% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Boston include but are not limited to: 80 Cambridgepark Dr, 40 William St, 250 1st Ave, 1555 Vfw Pkwy


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Oak Square. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

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 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Oak Square

Studio apartments at 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue cost about 12% more than the average rent price for studios in Oak Square.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 18% higher than 1-bedrooms in Oak Square.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue to be 4% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Oak Square.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Oak Square
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$2,389
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
January 2026$2,500
February 2026$2,427
March 2026$2,500
April 2026$2,500
May 2026$2,494
June 2026$2,464
A table of studio rental data trends in Oak Square
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$2,250
August 2024$2,150
March 2025$2,016
April 2025$1,987
May 2025$1,942
June 2025$1,887
July 2025$1,947
August 2025$2,078
September 2025$2,090
October 2025$2,000
November 2025$1,980
December 2025$1,968
January 2026$1,994
February 2026$1,998
March 2026$1,998
April 2026$2,024
May 2026$2,019
June 2026$2,096

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$84,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $84,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,100.
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Schools near 286 & 288 Chestnut Hill Avenue

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic

Allston Head Start & Children's Services

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic

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 MA 02135 near Brighton

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

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 Brighton, MA 02135

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around Brighton

Father & Son Market
1437 Commonwealth Ave
Y'nk Mini Market
248 Market St
Lee's Supermarket
1585 Commonwealth Ave
Cheema's Market
562 Cambridge St
Teresa Market Inc
571 Washington St

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