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Governor Apartments
209 Kelton St,
Allston,
MA
02134
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About Governor Apartments
Come home to Governor Apartments. The 209 Kelton St. location in the Commonwealth neighborhood of Allston is convenient to everything. From pricing to features, the professional leasing team is ready to help you find your ideal place. Compare studio to 2 bedroom floor plans then schedule a visit to see them in person. Experience a new standard at Governor Apartments.
Governor Apartments is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02134 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.
209 Kelton St,
Allston,
MA
02134
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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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Commonwealth | Allston, MA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,985 | $2,452 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,474 | $2,892 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,723 | $3,621 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,927 | $3,878 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
Governor Apartments is within 4 minutes or 1.6 miles from Boston University. It is also near Boston College, Brighton and Boston College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
656 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
609 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
263 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
9 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
210 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 Allston include Allston Street Station, located 0.2 mile from Governor Apartments. Governor Apartments is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.7 miles or 16 minutes away.
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Walk: | 2 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.7 mi |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 16 min | 8.7 mi |
Walkability Near Governor Apartments
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
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 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™
71
/ 100
Traffic
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
Governor Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Chestnut Hill Reservation
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
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Coit Observatory
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.1 mi |
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Charles River Reservation
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
Governor Apartments has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Chestnut Hill Reservation, and Coit Observatory.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 20 min | 1.1 mi |
Governor Apartments 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 | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 27 min | 13.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 14.1 mi |
Governor Apartments is 13.8 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
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Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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209 Kelton St
Allston, MA 02134