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This lovely 4-bedroom, 2-bath apartment at Unit #1 at 157 Thorndike St. in Brookline is a fantastic find in one of the most sought-after pockets near Boston University. With generous room sizes and a practical layout, it's a great option whether you're living with roommates or just want extra space to spread out. The value here is hard to beat for this location, you're getting a true Brookline address at a price that's rarely available this close to BU.
Step outside and you're surrounded by everything that makes this area so appealing: local cafes, popular restaurants, neighborhood shops, and easy access to public transportation for quick trips into Boston or around Brookline. It's an energetic, walkable neighborhood that still feels residential and comfortable. If you're looking for a well-located, spacious apartment in a lively, convenient part of Brookline, this one checks all the boxes.
Listed square footage is a rough estimate.
Transportation
Tram: C Coolidge Corner (0.54 mi)
Bus: 66 Harvard St opp Verndale St (0.18 mi)
Tram: B Packard's Corner (0.17 mi)
Bus: 57 Brighton Ave @ Commonwealth Ave (0.20 mi)
Bus: 501 Cambridge St @ Franklin St (0.56 mi)
Landlord pays for water/sewer, tenants responsible for all other individually metered utilities. Listed square footage isa rough estimate.
12 month lease, option to renew
157c Thorndike St
Brookline, MA 02446
Apartment building
4 beds
Available units
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What's special
Practical layoutGenerous room sizes
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: 02446
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Good TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Brookline
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Florida Ruffin Ridley SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 157c Thorndike St?
157c Thorndike St has a walk score of 96, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 157c Thorndike St?
157c Thorndike St has a transit score of 68, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to 157c Thorndike St?
The schools assigned to 157c Thorndike St include Florida Ruffin Ridley School and Brookline High School.
What neighborhood is 157c Thorndike St in?
157c Thorndike St is in the 02446 neighborhood in Brookline, MA.








