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85 Brainerd Rd85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA
Condo for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $3,900The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 2 |
| Sqft | 900 |
5+ Days Ago
2 Bed 2 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 102 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
Property Overview
Laundry in-unit and wall-to-wall carpet add everyday comfort and convenience, complemented by extensive visual detail from 214 listing photos. Located about 0.58 miles from a top-rated middle school and ranking in the 87.72nd percentile for value per square foot locally, it offers a strong blend of practicality and market value.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- Covered parking
Great for
Pet owners
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- laundry in unit
- wall to wall carpet
Units
85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA
85 Brainerd Rd Boston, MA
Available
2 Beds, 2 Baths
2 Beds
2 Baths
$3,900
Available
316
2 Beds
2 Baths
$3,900
Dishwasher • Deck
Amenities for 85 Brainerd Rd
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- Swimming Pool
- Garage Parking
- Elevator
- Concierge Service
- Package Service
- On-Site Management
- Business Center
- Door Person
- Fitness Center
- On-Site Laundry
- Storage
- Outdoor Space
- Roof Deck
- Controlled Access
- Residents Lounge
Unit Amenities
- Dishwasher
- Deck
- Walk-In Closets
- In-Unit Laundry
- Central Heat
- Fireplace
- Assigned Parking
- Air Conditioning
- Hardwood Floor
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
- Carpet
- On-Site Laundry
- Furnished
- Fitness Center
- Ceiling Fan
- Oven
- Microwave
Policies at 85 Brainerd Rd
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 85 Brainerd Rd
Live at 85 Brainerd Rd in Boston's Commonwealth neighborhood! This property offers 103 units, with 2-3 bedroom options, each approximately 900 square feet in size. Enjoy the convenience of laundry in-unit and wall-to-wall carpeting. Take in the views from the balcony or patio, or relax by the swimming pool or on the rooftop deck. Additional amenities include a dishwasher, elevator, fireplace, garage, high-speed internet, and HVAC system. With lounges and outdoor spaces to unwind, you'll feel right at home. One of the best perks? The on-site laundry facilities make doing chores a breeze. With long-term rentals only, this property is perfect for those looking for a stable and comfortable living situation.
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Address details
| Units | 102 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
85 Brainerd Rd is great for:
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 85 Brainerd Rd, Boston, MA 02134, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 164 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Covered parking
- Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
- Roof deck
- Access to public roof space
- Walk-in closet
- Rentals here may include more closet space than average
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Rent trends in Boston
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 85 Brainerd Rd to be 30% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Commonwealth.
Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Commonwealth
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,496 |
| December 2025 | $2,500 |
| January 2026 | $2,500 |
| February 2026 | $2,427 |
| March 2026 | $2,500 |
| April 2026 | $2,500 |
| May 2026 | $2,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,025 |
| July 2024 | $2,077 |
| August 2024 | $2,125 |
| September 2024 | $2,085 |
| October 2024 | $2,043 |
| November 2024 | $2,018 |
| December 2024 | $1,995 |
| January 2025 | $2,017 |
| February 2025 | $2,025 |
| March 2025 | $2,020 |
| April 2025 | $2,025 |
| May 2025 | $2,044 |
| June 2025 | $2,018 |
| July 2025 | $2,025 |
| August 2025 | $2,003 |
| September 2025 | $2,037 |
| October 2025 | $2,041 |
| November 2025 | $1,998 |
| December 2025 | $2,035 |
| January 2026 | $2,045 |
| February 2026 | $2,079 |
| March 2026 | $2,100 |
| April 2026 | $2,105 |
| May 2026 | $2,090 |
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Can I afford to live at 85 Brainerd Rd?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$156,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $156,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $3,900.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $3,500 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,500 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,100 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,950 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,895 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,895 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $6,600 | 4 bed | 3 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $6,600 | 4 bed | 3 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $4,000 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 85 Brainerd Rd
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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 Boston near 85 Brainerd Rd
Walking
9/10
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 85 Brainerd Rd, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Habierano Mexican Grill
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Patrons
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Berezka International Food Store
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Tatte Bakery & Cafe
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Kupel's Bakery
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