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5d+ ago
Washington Square condo for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$4,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Washington Square condo for rent in Brookline
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$4,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
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5A Kendall St #2, Brookline, MA 02445
On-site laundry | Balcony | Hardwood floor
4 beds
2 baths
$4,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$5,295
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$4,738
$3,637
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1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$8,754
$7,697
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$5,053
$3,455
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1d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$4,848
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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3d ago
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1284 Beacon St #1177, Brookline, MA 02446
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$3,300–$5,510
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
Studio
1 bath
$2,250
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 2
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
Hardwood Floor
1d ago
3–4 beds
1 bath
$4,900–$5,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$2,350
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$6,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Washington Square apartment for rent in Brookline
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Fireplace
3 beds
1 bath
$3,995
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$3,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
45 Marion St #608, Brookline, MA 02446
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$3,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Brookline Village apartment for rent in Brookline
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Brookline Village condo for rent in Brookline
3 beds
2 baths
$12,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Washington Square condo for rent in Brookline
3 beds
2 baths
$6,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Washington Square condo for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$3,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$3,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 2
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner condo for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner condo for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$3,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Cleveland Circle condo for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$3,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner condo for rent in Brookline
4 beds
2 baths
$6,750
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner condo for rent in Brookline
5 beds
2 baths
$9,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
1 bed
1 bath
$3,375
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Brookline Village condo for rent in Brookline
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
48m ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$3,700
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
2h ago
Washington Square apartment for rent in Brookline
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
3 beds
1 bath
$3,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
2h ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$3,400
$3,200
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
6h ago
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,019–$14,701
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
Studio
1 bath
$2,240
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
13h ago
Washington Square apartment for rent in Brookline
1 bed
1 bath
$3,271
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 18
13h ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
1 bed
1 bath
$3,165
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
13h ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$3,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
14h ago
Coolidge Corner condo for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1.5 baths
$4,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
20h ago
1 Hancock Village Dr, Brookline, MA 02467
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,905–$10,805
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,200–$2,700
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$4,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Brookline Village condo for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
1d ago
Coolidge Corner condo for rent in Brookline
45 Longwood Ave, Brookline, MA 02446
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,999
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
1d ago
Washington Square apartment for rent in Brookline
4 beds
1 bath
$4,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Washington Square apartment for rent in Brookline
4 beds
1 bath
$4,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | High ceilings
2 beds
1 bath
$3,250
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$3,208
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
1d ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
2 beds
1 bath
$5,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
Studio
1 bath
$2,700
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
1d ago
Coolidge Corner apartment for rent in Brookline
Studio
1 bath
$2,750
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 1
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You cannot possibly live closer to Boston than in Brookline, but Brookline is not Boston. We repeat, Brookline is not Boston, and people from Brookline are proud of their independence from Boston. Nevertheless, we are talking ten minutes to Newbury Street, ten minutes to downtown Boston, ten minutes to Fenway Park – you get the picture.
Brookline is a diverse, melting pot town with a sizeable Jewish population and proximity to Boston College, Boston University and Harvard University. North Brookline is known for its expensive homes and big lawns, but there are parts of the city like Boylston Street and Brookline Village where apartments for rent tend to be reasonably priced. Brookline is generally safe, peaceful and quiet – an ideal city for winding down in one of the many beautiful parks. A family-oriented town, Brookline is not a scene for those looking for a wild social atmosphere. But have no fear party people, there is fun nightlife and good times a plenty just a T stop away in Allston and Brighton, Brookline's neighbors. While Brookline might not have the vibrant bar scene you're looking for, you'll be set for your morning roast at 4A Coffee, delicious bagels at Kupel's, and cheap and ridiculously tasty tacos at Anna's Taqueria.
Residents of Brookline, MA appreciate the abundance of parks and green spaces, making it easy to enjoy outdoor activities. Many highlight the strong public transportation options, which offer convenient access to Boston. The local dining scene is often mentioned, with a variety of ethnic restaurants satisfying different tastes. However, some renters express concerns about the high cost of living and the competitive rental market, which can make it challenging to find affordable housing options.
Brookline's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $3,000 per month, while 2-bedroom units average around $3,600 monthly. These figures represent the current market rates across the city's diverse neighborhood options.
September offers the lowest rental prices in Brookline, with an 8% difference compared to March when rents peak. December experiences the least competition with reduced demand, while July and April see higher competition relative to available inventory.
Cleveland Circle, Brookline Village, Washington Square, and Coolidge Corner stand out for their vibrant restaurant scenes and strong transit connectivity. These neighborhoods offer excellent walkability, active community life, and comprehensive sustainability features including community solar projects and recycling programs.
Washington Square offers the most affordable option with median rent around $3,460, followed by Coolidge Corner at around $3,580. South Brookline provides another budget-friendly choice with median rent around $3,690, all offering good value within Brookline's market.
Brookline offers good options for pet owners, with 42% of rental listings welcoming pets. With an average of approximately 2,190 apartments available monthly, this translates to around 920 pet-friendly properties to choose from across the city's neighborhoods.
Utilities are rarely included in Brookline rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of listings across all apartment types. This pattern remains consistent whether you're looking at studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, or 3-bedroom units throughout the city.
Brookline features a mix of historic and modern housing stock, with 50% of listings offering hardwood floors that complement this architectural diversity. The city's rental market reflects both its established character and contemporary development, though specific building age data varies by neighborhood.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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