$3,500
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
253 Brown St Unit 1
Waltham, MA 02453
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- Patio
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253 Brown St Unit 1
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About This Home
12 Month Lease
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Spacious and Updated 2 Bedroom + Office, In- Unit Laundry, Central Air, and Garage Parking! Available April 1, 2026 Beautifully maintained first-floor 2 bedroom apartment, located off of Moody St. in Waltham on the quiet side of Brown Street. hardwood floors throughout, central air conditioning, and a thoughtfully designed layout with generous living and dining spaces! The large eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, Stainless Steel Appliances & Dishwasher. A formal dining room with a custom built-in cabinets flows into the living room, complete with decorative fireplace, detailed woodwork, and oversized windows that bring in abundant natural light. Additional highlights include: - Renovated bathroom with tiled tub and updated vanity - Large Bedrooms! - In-unit laundry with extra storage space - Private outdoor patio - 2 off-street parking spaces, Garage Parking, plus ample street parking - Conveniently located on the quiet side of Brown St. just minutes from Moody Street's restaurants, shops, and public transportation. - Easy access to the Mass Pike (I-90), I-95, and both Newton and Waltham Commuter Rail stations. Close proximity to Brandeis University and Bentley University.
253 Brown St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02453 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Waltham School District attendance zone.
* 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.
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
- Office
- Storage Space
- Patio
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Nestled along Charles River, the South Side of Waltham, Massachusetts is a bustling neighborhood filled with historic homes, various businesses, local restaurants, and convenient amenities. Wine and dine someone special at Bistro781, or grab some brunch at In a Pickle, the best brunch spot in the city.
Directly south of Downtown Waltham, the South Side is a great place for families or those interested in cozy houses and upscale, modern apartment rentals with quick access to neighboring areas. Riverfront views are a major perk of this neighborhood, so be sure to gaze along the Charles River when you get a chance.
Situated just 10 miles west of Boston, Waltham isn’t your only option for urban conveniences.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 4.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.3 mi |
253 Brown St Unit 1 is within 7 minutes or 2.3 miles from Brandeis University. It is also near Bentley University and Boston College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
396 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
355 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
604 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,784 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
517 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
39 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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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 options available in Waltham include Riverside Station, located 2.7 miles from 253 Brown St Unit 1. 253 Brown St Unit 1 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 13.2 miles or 23 minutes away, and Worcester Regional, located 40.4 miles or 59 minutes away.
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.9 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.1 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.4 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 6.2 mi |
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 23 min | 13.2 mi |
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Worcester Regional
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Drive: | 59 min | 40.4 mi |
Getting Around
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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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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
Active
Soundscore™
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Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 253 Brown St Unit 1.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
253 Brown St Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Beaver Brook Reservation
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Hemlock Gorge Reservation
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.6 mi |
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Land's Sake Farm
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.7 mi |
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Hammond Pond Reservation
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.8 mi |
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Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.8 mi |
253 Brown St Unit 1 has 5 parks within 4.8 miles, including Beaver Brook Reservation, Hemlock Gorge Reservation, and Land's Sake Farm.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.4 mi |
253 Brown St Unit 1 has 3 hospitals within 3.4 miles, the nearest is Walden Behavioral Care which is 1.4 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 18 min | 8.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 10.5 mi |
253 Brown St Unit 1 is 8.8 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Amenities
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
- Office
- Storage Space
- Patio
253 Brown St Unit 1 Photos
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
253 Brown St
Waltham, MA 02453