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Kyle Cabral

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Southpaw Residential

196 Allston St media gallery Unit
call 857-858-3668
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Condos Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Commonwealth
$2,995 Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

196 Allston St Unit 2

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Boston, MA 02134

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    1,030 sq ft

  • Available

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Highlights

  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Tennis Court
196 Allston St Unit 2
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About This Home

12 Month Lease , Available Now

**AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 1ST**2 BED 1 BATH**PARKING**IN UNIT LAUNDRY**This beautifully updated 2-bedroom duplex townhouse offers the perfect combination of space, style, and convenience in one of Allston's most desirable locations. The open-concept living and dining area features hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a cozy fireplace, creating an inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. The renovated kitchen is equipped with modern cabinetry, updated countertops, and a dishwasher, while central air conditioning and in-unit laundry provide everyday comfort and convenience. Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms with generous closet space and a renovated full bathroom. Ideally located just moments from the Green Line, restaurants, caf s, parks, and shopping, this home offers easy access to Boston University, Brookline, Cambridge, and Downtown Boston. One off-street parking space is included in the rent.

196 Allston St is a condo located in Suffolk County and the 02134 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Condo Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Refrigerator

Fireplace

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Tennis Court
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Situated about five miles west of Downtown Boston, Commonwealth boasts a vibrant atmosphere with charming brick buildings, local shops, delectable restaurants, numerous entertainment options, lush parks and playgrounds, and a diverse population. Commonwealth is convenient to several renowned attractions, including the John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coolidge Corner Theatre, Brookline Booksmith, and Brighton Music Hall.

Commonwealth residents also enjoy quick access to Boston College, making the area especially popular among the institution’s students, faculty, and staff. A host of T stops strewn along Commonwealth Avenue provide easy commutes and travels to Greater Boston as well as convenience to an array of metropolitan amenities.

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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Tennis Court
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Boston University
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Boston College, Brighton
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Boston College
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
Emmanuel College
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
196 Allston St Unit 2 is within 4 minutes or 1.7 miles from Boston University. It is also near Boston College, Brighton and Boston College.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Allston Street Station, located 0.2 mile from 196 Allston St Unit 2. 196 Allston St Unit 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.7 miles or 16 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Allston Street Station
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Warren Street Station
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Griggs Street/Long Avenue Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Washington Street
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Harvard Avenue Station
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Lansdowne
Drive: 5 min 2.9 mi
Ruggles
Drive: 8 min 3.4 mi
Back Bay
Drive: 9 min 3.8 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 10 min 4.7 mi
Forest Hills
Drive: 11 min 5.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Drive: 16 min 8.7 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Local Logic What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
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Soundscore™
72 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 196 Allston St Unit 2.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Washington Street Plaza
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
248-254 Brighton Ave
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
145-175 Harvard Ave
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
196 Allston St Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
Chestnut Hill Reservation
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Coit Observatory
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Charles River Reservation
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
196 Allston St Unit 2 has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Chestnut Hill Reservation, and Coit Observatory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
196 Allston St Unit 2 has 3 hospitals within 1.1 miles, the nearest is Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center which is 0.4 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 27 min 13.8 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 24 min 14.0 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 40 min 22.6 mi
196 Allston St Unit 2 has 3 military bases within 22.6 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 13.8 miles away and a 27 minute drive.

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Southpaw Residential

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