Live Somewhere With a Story Historic Brighton Apartment with Boston Views, great location, No Agent fee, water & heat are included
12 Belvista offers a rare opportunity to live in a beautifully renovated historic residence in Brighton, originally designed by the Longfellow family and filled with architectural details you simply won't find in a typical rental.
Historic Character, Beautifully Renovated
Distinctive period details include bas-relief artwork depicting the battles of Alexander the Great and an impressive sculptured fireplace. Tall ceilings and large sunlit windows give the apartment an open, bright, and elegant feel.
Boston Views + an Incredible 135 Sq. Ft. Sunroom
Enjoy views toward downtown Boston from Brighton's hillside setting. A generous 135 sq. ft. sunroom gives you the flexibility to create the space that fits your lifestyle a dining room, home gym, study or work-from-home space, or a combination of all three.
Renovated Eat-In Kitchen
The spacious eat-in kitchen combines character with modern updates, including a new stove and new concrete countertops with room to actually sit down and enjoy breakfast or dinner at home.
A Bathroom Made for Unwinding
The renovated bathroom features a soaking bathtub perfect after a long day at work or on campus along with a large medicine cabinet for practical everyday storage.
Storage You'll Actually Use
Each bedroom features two spacious closets, while a separate utility room provides additional storage a major advantage for city living.
Connected to Boston Life
Convenient access to public transportation makes commuting to work, universities, restaurants, and everything Boston has to offer easy.
Everyday Convenience Nearby
With Whole Foods Market and CVS nearby, groceries and everyday essentials are always within easy reach.
Dedicated Parking Come Home on Your Schedule
No circling the neighborhood or worrying about finding a spot when you get home late. The apartment includes a dedicated parking space, a valuable convenience in Boston.
Ideal for graduate students and young professionals who appreciate distinctive architecture, generous living space, natural light, modern updates, and easy access to Boston.
12 Belvista historic character. Modern comfort. A Boston home unlike the rest.
NO AGENT FEE!
Deposit $3400 (is due on the day of signing the lease)
Water and heating is included.
One Parking spot is included.
Tenant pays for gas and electricity.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applicationsSpecial offer
$3,395/mo
12 Bellvista Rd, APT 4, Brighton, MA 02135
2beds
972sqft
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Apartment
Available now
Cats, small dogs OK
Air conditioner, window unit
In unit laundry
Parking lot parking
Heat pump
What's special
Architectural detailsDistinctive period detailsNew stoveBeautifully renovated historic residenceDedicated parking spaceViews toward downtown bostonSoaking bathtub
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 972 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Balcony or sunroom is 135 sq ft with Boston Downtown view. Can be used as study or dining or GYM
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: BRIGW21P01689S034
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fitness Center
HOA
- Amenities included: Fitness Center, Parking, Storage
Location
- Region: Brighton
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 8/10/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,395+30.6%$3/sqft |
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| 7/27/2026 | Sold | $465,000+3.6%$478/sqft |
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| 6/28/2026 | Pending sale | $449,000$462/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Contingent | $449,000$462/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,000+297.3%$462/sqft |
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| 8/23/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/20/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,600$3/sqft |
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| 6/12/1996 | Sold | $113,000-22.6%$116/sqft |
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| 7/8/1988 | Sold | $146,000$150/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Allston
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NABaldwin Early Learning CenterGrades: PK-1Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Brighton High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Winship Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.9 mi
- Special offer! Free 2 weeks in August.
No Agent feeExpires August 31, 2026







