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51-53 Riverdale St

51-53 Riverdale St, Boston, MA 02134

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Bike-Friendly Area
  • Hardwood Floors

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 1,999 SF Not Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 1970
  • 4 units/2 stories

About 51-53 Riverdale St Boston, MA 02134

(Avail Sept 1st) 3 bedroom 1 full bathrooms ---------------------------- HUGE Living Room Laundry in building Brand new kitchen/bathroom Off street parking -------------------------- Huge Bedrooms Hardwood Floors Bay Windows Very Sunny Tons of space ---------------------- 9/1/24 Great Location: Near the Red Line, Dunkin, AK Pizza/Steak, Mike's Donuts, Lily's Gourmet Pasta, Penguin Pizza, Milk Weed, Crispy Dough, Pizza, Bars, Etc., Etc. Close to NORTHEASTERN, WENTWORTH, MassArt, MCPHS, Simmons, Emmanuel, Etc. Etc. Call today to schedule a viewing or ask questions! YSG RENTALS Agent uses best efforts to advertise & market properties reflecting 100% accuracy. Pricing and availability is subject to change. Photos & Information provided depict the apartment's current condition and reflect to the best of the agent's knowledge ,the current apartment details pertaining to amenities, utilities, etc.

51-53 Riverdale St 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

  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
Location
51-53 Riverdale St, Boston,
MA 02134
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Neighborhood

North Allston, also known as Lower Allston, is a peaceful neighborhood just five miles west of downtown Boston. This community is nestled along the Charles River and houses part of Harvard University, particularly Harvard Business School, Harvard Stadium, and the University’s other athletic fields.

In North Allston, you’ll find bike and pedestrian-friendly streets with an abundance of walking, biking, and jogging trails, community parks, and open green space overlooking the river. Enjoy delicious eats and drinks at Article 24, or try an old-school breakfast at a quaint corner diner known as the Breakfast Club. For the freshest baked goods in town, venture over to Swissbäkers on Western Avenue.

North Allston is a wonderful mix of student housing, upscale homes, and amenity-filled apartments and condos available for rent. Explore your options and find your ideal apartment in this quiet, affluent neighborhood near all of Boston’s major attractions.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

North Allston Boston, MA
Studio $2,916 $2,885
1 Bedroom $3,316 $3,478
2 Bedrooms $3,834 $4,376
3 Bedrooms $3,963 $5,776

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 693-694 Sq Ft $1,395 $3,092 $5,505
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 1139-1141 Sq Ft $1,000 $3,662 $9,898
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1230 Sq Ft $1,330 $4,320 $9,714
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 3594-3595 Sq Ft $2,054 $3,836 $10,945
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2469-2470 Sq Ft $675 $4,213 $10,000
Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
Office Hours
Monday 12am - 12am
Tuesday 12am - 12am
Wednesday 12am - 12am
Thursday 12am - 12am
Friday 12am - 12am
Saturday 12am - 12am
Sunday 12am - 12am
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Harvard University
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Cambridge College
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Lesley University
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Boston University
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
51-53 Riverdale St is within 3 minutes or 1.1 miles from Harvard University. It is also near Cambridge College and Lesley University.
Schools
Gardner Pilot Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
296 Students
Attendance Zone
German International School Boston
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
285 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Harvard Avenue Station, located 1.4 miles from 51-53 Riverdale St. 51-53 Riverdale St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.1 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Harvard Avenue Station
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Allston Street Station
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Griggs Street/Long Avenue Station
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Packard's Corner Station
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Babcock Street Station
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Yawkey
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
Porter Square
Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 9 min 3.8 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 10 min 4.0 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 12 min 5.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 15 min 8.1 mi

Walkability Near 51-53 Riverdale St Boston, MA 02134

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60 / 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 51-53 Riverdale St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Brighton Mills
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Galleria At Harvard Square
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Allston Marketplace
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
51-53 Riverdale St has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History
 Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
 Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
 Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
51-53 Riverdale St has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Longfellow National Historic Site, John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
51-53 Riverdale St has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is St. Elizabeth's Medical Center which is 1.6 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 24 min 12.9 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 27 min 15.4 mi
51-53 Riverdale St is 12.9 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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Does 51-53 Riverdale St have in-unit laundry?

51-53 Riverdale St 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 51-53 Riverdale St?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at 51-53 Riverdale St?

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Is 51-53 Riverdale St pet-friendly?

51-53 Riverdale St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at 51-53 Riverdale St?

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 $2,999 for a three-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $119,960 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does 51-53 Riverdale St have move-in specials?

51-53 Riverdale St is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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