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147 Allen St, Springfield, MA 01108, USA|Forest Park
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Sears Property Management, Inc.

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(413) 642-0875

Property Overview

This property in Berkeley holds an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5 out of 10, reflecting its outstanding appeal to renters. It offers excellent value with a price rating of 10 out of 10, paired with an amenities rating of 9 out of 10 for its impressive features like an on-site laundry room. Additionally, its location rating of 9 out of 10 provides convenient access to local attractions and transportation, while the overall social atmosphere further enhances its appeal to diverse residents.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Berkeley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Berkeley 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

  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

4RM/2BRM2 bed1 bath530 sqft$1,300 /mo1 unit availableLarge 4 room, 2 bedroom apartment. Off street parking and on-site laundry room. Hot water included in the rent. LEASE TERMS: 12 month Lease. Requirements: a monthly Income of 3 times the monthly rent, one year employment history and one year satisfactory rental history. A credit report will be obtained. Non-smoking property.

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Amenities for Berkeley

Apartment Amenities

Hot Water

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingStove and Refrigerator
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

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About Berkeley

HomeApartments in SpringfieldForest Park Berkeley

Large 4 room, 2 bedroom apartment. Off street parking and on-site laundry room. Hot water included in the rent. LEASE TERMS: 12 month Lease. Requirements: a monthly Income of 3 times the monthly rent, one year employment history and one year satisfactory rental history. A credit report will be obtained. Non-smoking property.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Berkeley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Berkeley 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 Berkeley
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.
Berkeley 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·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.
Berkeley goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Berkeley 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.
Berkeley 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 Berkeley 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.
Berkeley 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.

Berkeley is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 70 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • A bustling neighborhood

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 Berkeley compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Forest Park

2-bedroom apartments at Berkeley cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Forest Park.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Forest Park
Springfield
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Springfield
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,312
March 2024$1,311
April 2024$1,309
May 2024$1,378
June 2024$1,348
July 2024$1,290
August 2024$1,349
September 2024$1,378
October 2024$1,334
November 2024$1,275
December 2024$1,237
January 2025$1,268
February 2025$1,309
March 2025$1,240
April 2025$1,300
May 2025$1,340
June 2025$1,303
July 2025$1,302
August 2025$1,296
September 2025$1,275
October 2025$1,282
November 2025$1,302
December 2025$1,303
January 2026$1,285
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Forest Park
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,223
March 2024$1,167
April 2024$1,054
May 2024$1,295
June 2024$1,290
July 2024$1,245
August 2024$1,245
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,112
February 2025$1,050
March 2025$1,072
April 2025$1,215
May 2025$1,247
June 2025$1,247
July 2025$1,232
August 2025$1,203
September 2025$1,230
October 2025$1,250
November 2025$1,195
December 2025$1,243
January 2026$1,220

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Can I afford to live at 147 Allen St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Schools near Berkeley

Margaret C. Ells School

319 cortland st

springfield, MA, 1109

PKPublic

Springfield Public Day Elementary School

34 nye st

springfield, MA, 1104

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Getting around Springfield near 147 Allen St

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

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 147 Allen St, Springfield

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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