Gorgeous 2 bed/2 bath with one-deeded garage parking spot in East Cambridge's coveted full-service One First. This bright 2nd floor unit features soaring high ceilings, oversized windows, glowing hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, central A/C & heat, and ample storage. The open living room provides plenty of space for a desk and opens to the chef's kitchen with custom cabinets, stainless appliances, and granite counters. The spacious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom. A 2nd bedroom and additional full bathroom complete this unit. Building amenities include 24/7 concierge, elevator, fully equipped gym, reservable function room & library, huge roof deck with panoramic city views, and a 1/3-acre landscaped courtyard providing an oasis from the city. Located in the dynamic area between Kendall Square and the new Cambridge Crossing, and moments to the Lechmere MBTA, Charles River, Cambridgeside Mall, and countless local restaurants/shops.
Tenants need to have renters insurance ($500K minimum for liability).
The building management requires move in/move out non-refundable fee of $250 during weekdays and $500 during weekend.
Water and one gargae parkin space included. Available 9/1/2026.
48 Brighton Ave - Unclaimed
48 Brighton Ave, Allston, MA 02134
Apartment building
2-4 beds
Available units
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What's special
Oversized windowsStainless appliancesLarge walk-in closetSpacious primary suiteEn-suite bathroomIn-unit laundryGlowing hardwood floors
Neighborhood: East Cambridge
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Allston
Kennedy-Longfellow School
Grades PK-5 • 2.5 miles5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Vassal Lane Upper School
Grades 6-8 • 2.4 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Grades 9-12 • 1.8 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
9/10Nearby apartments for rent
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 48 Brighton Ave?
48 Brighton Ave has a walk score of 98, it's a walker's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 48 Brighton Ave?
The schools assigned to 48 Brighton Ave include Kennedy-Longfellow School, Vassal Lane Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What neighborhood is 48 Brighton Ave in?
48 Brighton Ave is in the East Cambridge neighborhood in Allston, MA.
