Apartments For Rent in Brookline, MA
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Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,935 - $3,443/mo
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1 BathForte at 1440 Beacon | 1440 Beacon St #410,
Brookline, MA 02446
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$3,095 - $9,655/moFees may apply1-3 Beds1-3 BathsThe Franklin at Hancock Village | 201 Sherman Rd #F-739,
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,940 - $5,495/moFees may apply1-3 Beds1-3 BathsThe Adams at Hancock Village | 101 Asheville Rd #A-501,
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,940 - $10,805/moFees may apply1-3 Beds1-3 BathsHancock Village | 1 Hancock Village Dr #S-174,
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,750 - $5,300/moFees may apply1-3 Beds1-2 BathsDexter Park | 175 Freeman St #644,
Brookline, MA 02446
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,300 - $6,250/mo1-4 Beds1-3 BathsVillage At Brookline | 77 Village Way #T-022,
Brookline, MA 02445
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,348 - $4,982/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathPelham Hall | 1284 Beacon St #812,
Brookline, MA 02446
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SPECIAL OFFER$2,400 - $3,800/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1 BathBabcock-Parkman Apartments | 222 Babcock St #2A,
Brookline, MA 02446
SPECIAL OFFER$2,695 - $3,610/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1 BathHarvard Terrace | 40-46 Harvard Ave #40-02,
Brookline, MA 02446
SPECIAL OFFER$2,725 - $3,880/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1 BathSt Paul Gardens | 70 Saint Paul St #82-1,
Brookline, MA 02446
SPECIAL OFFER$3,565 - $3,875/moFees may apply1 Bed1 BathAuburn Harris Courtyard Apartments | 37 Auburn St #38-3,
Brookline, MA 02446
PET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,450 - $2,799/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathPrinceton on Beacon Street | 1470 Beacon St #31,
Brookline, MA 02446
PET FRIENDLY$3,975 - $4,995/moFees may apply2-3 Beds1 BathLongwood Ave Apartments | 98 Longwood Ave #3,
Brookline, MA 02446
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PET FRIENDLY$2,015 - $3,225/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1 Bath1128-1132 Commonwealth Ave | 1132 Commonwealth Ave #1128-3,
Allston, MA 02134
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$2,800 - $3,810/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1-2 BathsVernon Towers | 35 Vernon St #204,
Brookline, MA 02446
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NEW - 2 DAYS AGOPET FRIENDLY$2,700 - $3,000/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1-2 BathsGardner Road Apartments | 30 Gardner Rd #4A,
Brookline, MA 02445
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$3,085 - $3,950/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1-2 BathsForty Williams Associates | 40 Williams St #301,
Brookline, MA 02446
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,975 - $2,625/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1 Bath1120-1126 Commonwealth Ave | 1120 Commonwealth Ave #1124-1,
Allston, MA 02134
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,565 - $3,785/moFees may applyStudio-1 bd1 baLongwood Towers | 20 Chapel St #1038433,
Brookline, MA 02446
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What Locals Say about Brookline
Review Highlights
Brookline buzzes with easy living—walkable, transit-rich, family-friendly, close to Boston. People love safe, walkable streets, Green Line access, parks, top schools, Coolidge Corner. They dislike high rents, limited permit parking, and rush-hour traffic and crowded trains.
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Types of apartment in Brookline, MA
Brookline, MA has many apartments in brick mid-rise buildings, triple-deckers, and older houses split into rentals. In north Brookline near Coolidge Corner, Brookline Village, and Washington Square, you often see brick and brownstone apartment blocks with bay windows, stone trim, small front gardens, and shared entries. Many apartments in these areas have hardwood floors, narrow hallways, and older kitchens, while some updated units add in-unit laundry or renovated baths.Farther south near Cleveland Circle, Chestnut Hill, and along Beacon Street, apartments can shift toward larger courtyard buildings, stucco exteriors, and condo-style layouts. You also see single-family and two-family houses for rent on quieter side streets, with porches, driveways, and small yards. These homes can offer more space, but the upkeep and layout can vary a lot. Brookline apartments often trade larger rooms and older details for less storage, fewer elevators, or limited central air.
Getting around Brookline, MA
Brookline is easy to get around without a car. The MBTA Green Line, the light rail service, runs through Coolidge Corner, Washington Square, Brookline Village, and Cleveland Circle. Several MBTA bus routes fill in gaps. Walking works well in the denser north side, and biking can work on Beacon Street and around Longwood. Driving is slower on Route 9 and Harvard Street, and parking can be limited near larger apartment clusters.Living in Brookline, MA
Brookline is known for parks, small business districts, and strong access to major job centers. You can walk through the Emerald Necklace near Olmsted Park, use the paths at Larz Anderson Park, or shop and eat around Coolidge Corner Theatre and Washington Square. Many renters choose Brookline to stay near jobs in Longwood Medical Area, downtown Boston, Cambridge, and local retail and healthcare offices while keeping a broad mix of apartments and houses for rent nearby.Average Rent Trends in Brookline, MA
Rent in Brookline, MA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Mar 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $3,900 |
| Jul 2025 | $3,900 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,950 |
| Sep 2025 | $3,900 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,700 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,600 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,820 |
| Jan 2026 | $4,000 |
| Feb 2026 | $4,485 |
| Mar 2026 | $4,450 |
| Apr 2026 | $4,300 |
| May 2026 | $4,300 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Townhomes were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,800 | $3,600 | $4,750 | $6,000 | $4,300 |
| Townhomes | $3,100 | $3,700 | $5,425 | $8,200 | $3,820 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,800 | $3,522 | $4,700 | $6,000 | $4,400 |
| Houses | $1,990 | $4,000 | $6,300 | $7,200 | $7,200 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Brookline, MA
- What is the average rent in Brookline, MA?The average rent in Brookline, MA is $4,300. Rent prices range from $875 to as much as $16,048, depending on the type of rental.
- How does the rent in Brookline, MA compare to the national average?Average rent in Brookline, MA is about 125% higher than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is more expensive to rent in Brookline compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent in Brookline, MA, by number of bedrooms?The average rent in Brookline, MA is $2,325 for a studio, $2,800 for a 1 bedroom, $3,600 for a 2 bedroom, $4,750 for a 3 bedroom, and $6,000 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices in Brookline, MA changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price in Brookline, MA has increased by $305. That means the average rent is 7% higher than last year.
- How many available rental listings are in Brookline, MA?There are 2,056 available rental listings in Brookline, MA.
- What are some neighborhoods in Brookline, MA?Some neighborhoods in Brookline, MA include: Chestnut Hill, Aspinwall Hill, Corey Hill, Lawrence, Fisher Hill.
- What are some zip codes in Brookline, MA?
- What are some cities near Brookline, MA?Some nearby cities include: Newton, Watertown, Cambridge, Boston, Somerville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.