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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • In-unit laundry
  • 9+ ft ceilings
  • Off-street parking spaces
  • Quiet residential street

Location

17 Prairie Ave, Auburndale, MA 02466, USA|Auburndale
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Management

Oyama Investments Ltd

Leasing office

(617) 221-8881

Property Overview

17 Prairie is a competitively priced community, earning a perfect 10/10 for value and an overall expert score of 8.3/10, reflecting strong quality for the cost. With an 8/10 amenities rating and 9/10 for location, it offers an elevated standard of living and convenient access to key destinations. A 7/10 trustworthiness rating indicates a detailed, transparent property description that helps renters clearly understand what to expect.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 17 Prairie is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 17 Prairie has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath1,425 sqft$3,800 /mo1 unit availableSpacious and sun-filled 3 bed, 2 full bath on a quiet residential street in Auburndale. Close to the commuter rail, Burr School, West Newton Center, and nearby parks. This well-maintained home features 9+ ft ceilings, central A/C, in-unit laundry, and beautifully updated kitchen and baths. A bright sun porch and a grassy yard offer great indoor-outdoor living. Two off-street parking spaces are included. One pet may be considered.

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Amenities for 17 Prairie

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About 17 Prairie

HomeApartments in NewtonAuburndale 17 Prairie

Spacious and sun-filled 3 bed, 2 full bath on a quiet residential street in Auburndale. Close to the commuter rail, Burr School, West Newton Center, and nearby parks. This well-maintained home features 9+ ft ceilings, central A/C, in-unit laundry, and beautifully updated kitchen and baths. A bright sun porch and a grassy yard offer great indoor-outdoor living. Two off-street parking spaces are included. One pet may be considered.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 17 Prairie is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 17 Prairie has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 17 Prairie
Price·10A 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.
17 Prairie offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 17 Prairie is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
17 Prairie 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 17 Prairie 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.
17 Prairie 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.

17 Prairie is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 17 Prairie compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Auburndale

3-bedroom apartments at 17 Prairie cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Auburndale.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Auburndale
Newton
A table of studio rental data trends in Newton
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,000
June 2024$2,220
July 2024$2,406
August 2024$2,180
September 2024$2,120
October 2024$1,947
November 2024$1,933
December 2024$2,256
January 2025$2,309
February 2025$2,275
March 2025$2,418
April 2025$2,440
May 2025$2,339
June 2025$2,062
July 2025$2,227
August 2025$2,334
September 2025$2,290
October 2025$2,335
November 2025$2,420
December 2025$2,470
January 2026$2,482
February 2026$2,461
March 2026$2,458
April 2026$2,343
May 2026$2,300
A table of studio rental data trends in Auburndale
MonthMedian Rent
June 2025$2,350
September 2025$2,205
March 2026$2,250
April 2026$2,250

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$152,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $152,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,800.
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Schools near 17 Prairie

C.C. Burr

171 pine st

auburndale, MA, 2466

K-5Public
A

Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program

510 moody st

waltham, MA, 2453

K-5Public
C

Newton Early Childhood Center

150 jackson rd

newton, MA, 2458

PKPublic

Preschool at Wellesley Schools

63 hastings st

wellesley, MA, 2481

PKPublic

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Auburndale | Newton, MA

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

Getting around Auburndale near 17 Prairie Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 17 Prairie Ave, Auburndale

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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Star Market
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Trader Joe's
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Real Kids Real Food Inc
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Village Market
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