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227 Harvard Ave

227 Harvard Ave, Allston, MA 02134

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Bay Window
  • Hardwood Floors

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 950 SF Not Available

Fees and Policies

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Heat

Property Information

  • Built in 1930
  • 10 units/3 stories

About 227 Harvard Ave Allston, MA 02134

Beautiful and sunny 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment available for lease as early as May 15 or June 1. Convenient to Boston University, Boston College, Coolidge Corner, and Harvard Square. The apartment is in on the 2nd floor of a quiet building on the Brookline side of Harvard Ave, right by the green line - both B line and C line. Heat and hot water included!! This apartment is an easy walk to groceries, restaurants, bars, and shops. There is also a parking lot behind the building that you can rent a spot in. Unit features hardwood floors throughout, bay windows, built in storage cabinet, and kitchen includes a disposal. Features: - Bedrooms: 2 - Bathrooms: 1 - Rent: $2000 - Square Footage: 1000 - Utilities Included: Heat & Hot Water - Available: 5/15 or 6/1 Interior Amenities: - Hardwood Floors - Bay Windows - Lots of Storage Space - Disposal - High Ceilings Building Amenities: - Parking lot spaces available - Minutes away from Green Line - B and C

227 Harvard Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02134 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Apartment Features

Hardwood Floors

Disposal

Cable Ready

Bay Window

  • Cable Ready
  • Disposal
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Bay Window
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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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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 3202-3203 Sq Ft $1,700 $2,239 $7,500
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 3324-3325 Sq Ft $100 $2,569 $10,161
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 3424-3425 Sq Ft $1,630 $3,181 $19,772
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 3496 Sq Ft $300 $4,063 $7,950
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 3531-3532 Sq Ft $825 $5,387 $38,000
Amenities
  • Cable Ready
  • Disposal
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Bay Window
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Heat Included
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Commonwealth Allston, MA
Studio $1,939 $2,380
1 Bedroom $2,387 $2,787
2 Bedrooms $2,692 $3,585
3 Bedrooms $2,951 $3,968
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Boston University
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Simmons College
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Emmanuel College
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
227 Harvard Ave is within 3 minutes or 1.3 miles from Boston University. It is also near Lesley Univ., Art Institute and Simmons College.
Schools
Jackson/Mann K-8 School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
352 Students
Attendance Zone
Match Charter Public School
Charter Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
1,186 Students
Nearby
Brighton High
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
532 Students
Attendance Zone
Boston Latin
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
2,423 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades 6-12
476 Students
Attendance Zone
Lyon High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
116 Students
Attendance Zone
Neha/Lubavitch School for Girls
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
St Herman Of Alaska Christian School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
30 Students
Nearby
Bay Cove Academy
Private Middle & High School
Grades 8-12
27 Students
Nearby
School data provided by The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Allston include Harvard Avenue Station, located 0.1 mile from 227 Harvard Ave. 227 Harvard Ave is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.4 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Harvard Avenue Station
Walk: 2 min 0.1 mi
Griggs Street/Long Avenue Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Packard's Corner Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Allston Street Station
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Babcock Street Station
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Yawkey
Drive: 4 min 2.5 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
Porter Square
Drive: 7 min 3.4 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 10 min 4.3 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 10 min 5.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 15 min 8.4 mi

Walkability Near 227 Harvard Ave Allston, MA 02134

Walker's Paradise
98
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Good Transit
66
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Very Bikeable
79
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 227 Harvard Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Star Market Plaza
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Allston Marketplace
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Washington Street Plaza
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
227 Harvard Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 2-minute drive. 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
 Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Chestnut Hill Reservation
 Drive: 3 min 1.9 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
 Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
227 Harvard Ave has 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Coit Observatory, and Chestnut Hill Reservation.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
227 Harvard Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.0 miles, the nearest is Arbour Human Resource Institute which is 0.6 mile away and a 12 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 26 min 13.7 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 24 min 14.5 mi
227 Harvard Ave is 13.7 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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Does 227 Harvard Ave have in-unit laundry?

227 Harvard Ave does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 227 Harvard Ave?

Select utilities are included in rent at 227 Harvard Ave, including water and heat. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at 227 Harvard Ave?

Parking is available at 227 Harvard Ave. Contact this property for details.

Is 227 Harvard Ave pet-friendly?

227 Harvard Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at 227 Harvard Ave?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,000 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $72,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does 227 Harvard Ave have move-in specials?

227 Harvard Ave is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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