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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
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applicationsSpecial offer
$5,600/mo
157-1 Thorndike St, Brookline, MA 02446
4beds
1,750sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
No pets
Air conditioner, window unit
Shared laundry
What's special
Generous room sizesPractical layout
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- High Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Friendly Landlord, Near Boston University, Rent incl Water, Students OK
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 8/17/2026 | Price change | $5,600-3.4%$3/sqft |
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| 1/16/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,800$3/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 02446
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Florida Ruffin Ridley SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
- Special offer! No Broker's Fee







