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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Washer/dryer
  • Top of the line appliances
  • Updated kitchens and bathrooms
  • Street parking

Location

78 Harriet St, Brighton, MA 02135, USA|Oak Square
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Management

Christine Chau Properties

Leasing office

(857) 271-9079

Property Overview

78 Harriet Street is rated highly across several dimensions, achieving a Zumper expert rating of 7.9, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, including updated kitchens and hardwood floors. The property excels in location and amenities, both earning 9 out of 10, ensuring residents enjoy convenient access to transportation, schools, and a vibrant community. With a focus on transparency, the trustworthiness rating of 7 indicates a clear and detailed property presentation, reinforcing its appeal as an attractive rental option in the area.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
78 Harriet Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

3/13 bed1 bath1,300 sqft$3,250–$3,450 /mo

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Amenities for 78 Harriet Street

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Building

Onsite LaundryRoof Deck
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Building details

Property details

Units2
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About 78 Harriet Street

HomeApartments in BostonOak Square 78 Harriet Street

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! This beautiful & well-maintained multi-family home features 3 bedrooms in each level w/ hardwood floors and updated kitchens & bathrooms. The first floor boasts an open floor plan & top of the line appliances, providing a modern look and feel. The second floor also has an updated kitchen, large bedrooms, and closed-in all-season porch. Both floors have separate metered utilities & washer/dryer located in common area. Both heating systems were replaced in 2023. There is plenty of street parking and a 2-car driveway. This home is settled in a tranquil street yet convenient to Brighton Center, I-90, Boston College, Boston Landing, Charles River, Arsenal Yards, & minutes from express bus into Boston. Don’t miss out on an opportunity to rent a property in this highly sought out area of Brighton!


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
78 Harriet Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 78 Harriet Street
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, 78 Harriet Street 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.
78 Harriet Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 78 Harriet Street 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.
78 Harriet Street 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 78 Harriet Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
78 Harriet Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

78 Harriet Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • The area has transit options

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 78 Harriet Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 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
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Oak Square

3-bedroom apartments at 78 Harriet Street cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Oak Square.

Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
Oak Square
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$2,500
December 2023$2,459
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$2,500
A table of studio rental data trends in Oak Square
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,800
January 2024$1,800
March 2024$2,095
April 2024$2,114
May 2024$2,148
June 2024$2,158
July 2024$2,225
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$2,000

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$130,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $130,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,250.
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Schools near 78 Harriet Street

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Oak Square | Boston, MA

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

Getting around Brighton near 78 Harriet St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 78 Harriet St, Brighton

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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