187 Kent St, Brookline, MA 02446
OFF MARKET

187 Kent St
Brookline, MA 02446

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 650 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
650 sqft

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Description

Discover your new home at 187 Kent St. Apt 5 in vibrant Brookline, MA a bright, third-floor 2-bedroom perfectly suited for medical residents or young professionals seeking convenience, comfort, and charm. Available July 1, 2026, this long-loved unit (current tenant of 6+ years) offers both stability and character in one of Brookline's most desirable neighborhoods.

Prime Location & Easy Commute
Enjoy unbeatable access to Coolidge Corner's cafes and shops, the Longwood Medical Area, Harvard Medical School, and Brookline Village all within an easy walk. Trader Joe's is just a 10-minute stroll, and both the C and D Green Lines are nearby for frequent, reliable city access.

Modern Comforts with Classic Charm
Sunlight fills this inviting home, featuring gleaming hardwood floors and windows in every room. The updated kitchen includes granite countertops, a dishwasher, refrigerator, range, and an in-unit washer/dryer combo (note: drying times are longer relative to stand-alone dryer). The modern bathroom offers ample, separate storage with three large mirrored cabinets providing plenty of separated storage perfect for roommates. Two evenly-sized bedrooms each feature a closet and two windows. Heat and hot water are included for worry-free living.

Showings: Saturday, 3/28 (please schedule a 15-minute time-slot dictly through Zillow)

Link to Vimeo video tour available upon request. Thank you.

Lease start date: July 1, 2026
Rent: $3,350/month (includes heat and hot water)
Parking: Optional reserved parking behind building: +$250/month (one space available)
Pets: Cats only (+$30/mo per cat)
Due at Signing: First month's rent + one month's rent as security deposit
Other Requirements: 12-month lease. Application, proof of income, and credit check. Renters insurance.
For rent by owner. No additional fees.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from March 22, 2026

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64 days ago

Home Details for 187 Kent St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: Jul 1st

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Price History for 187 Kent St

DatePriceEventSource
04/07/2026$3,350ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
03/22/2026$3,350Listed For RentZillow Rentals
05/05/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rental Network_1
03/11/2022$2,700Listed For RentZillow Rental Network_1
10/03/2018$1,775ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/27/2018$1,775Listed For RentAgent Provided
05/15/2018$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/04/2018$2,500Listed For RentN/A
02/23/2018$2,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/10/2018$2,400Listed For RentAgent Provided
01/10/2018$548,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/17/2017$2,400ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/17/2017$548,000PendingAgent Provided
11/17/2017$548,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/04/2017$2,400Listed For RentAgent Provided
08/30/2017$1,975ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/17/2017$1,975Listed For RentAgent Provided
11/05/2016$2,700ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/18/2016$2,800ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/16/2015$2,350ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/06/2015$2,350Listed For RentAgent Provided
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What Locals Say about Brookline

At least 421 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 81 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say parking is easy

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 39 % Say car is needed

  • 39 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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  • Rockygranahan
    "A quick and easy walk to the T. Total commute to downtown Boston from Coolidge Corner ranges between 15-25 minutes consistently."
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  • Kai Hsin Chang
    "Very convenient to do grocery and most people live here use public transportation because there’s no street parking. People who want to do street parking should apply for parking permits."
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  • Sydney Reitz
    "Events at the Coolidge corner theatre, Brookline day on Harvard street in Coolidge corner, open holiday meals at the United Parish church"
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  • Sydney Reitz
    "The sidewalks and streets are well-maintained even in inclement weather. Traffic is only bad around the Longwood medical area and major streets around rush hour. Pub trans is easy and safe."
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  • Austin Wozniak
    "Multiple dog friendly, off-leash parks in the community and many great places to walk a dog. The community is very dog friendly. "
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  • Loming1986
    "Only limited (a hand-full) dog parks available, I wish there are more. Many neighbors have dogs and it’s a very dog friendly neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "Clean, safe and quiet. People are very friendly. Access ti public transportation. Love this place very much."
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is great environment to raise a family. It’s peaceful, clean and quiet. We would love to be here to raise our kids here. "
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    "I’v stayed in a hotel in this neighborhood. It is a beautiful area with many shops to explore. Hope to move to this area. "
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    "Near everything. Train across the street, restaurants, coffee shops, etc JP is part of Boston. Vibrant community. Diverse. High incomes mixed with low. "
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    "Yes, the area has many dog parks, both on and off leash. Most apartment buildings are dog friendly and neighbors have been very accepting. "
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  • Aliana P.
    "It’s a quick commute to downtown, especially if you live on the D line. Very convenient. It’s also a very walkable area with all stores and necessities close by. "
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  • Juana B.
    "It’s very safe and great school system!! I been leaving here for 11 years and I love it and my kids too"
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  • Jiyoung W.
    "Lots of other friendly dog owners, plus lots of little parks and green space for pups to run around (especially Amory Park!). Lots of businesses in the area have dog treat jars too!"
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  • Adriana P.
    "It seems let friendly. Lots of parks and spaces for dogs to run. I don’t have a dog but I have friends with dogs"
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  • Archana B.
    "Lived here for 5 years. I highly recommend it. It is getting more expensive. Some areas are more family friendly than others. "
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  • Deiabarroso86
    "Very safe, with a lot of stores around.. Beacon Street is a beautiful street and we have the Reservoir nearby, which is a good place for a walk."
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  • Josie E.
    "The kids walk to school on a tree-lined street and neighbors know each other. A little oasis in the city "
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  • Caroline
    "Drive to Watertown or take shuttle provided by my place of employment. Easy access to city via C or D green line. "
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  • Dma333
    "Diverse, safe, close to everything, friendly neighbors, great schools, playgrounds in walking distance"
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  • Steve L.
    "Hancock Village in Chestnut Hill is a good place to live overall. Sometimes the management office puts together special functions like handing out cider doughnuts in the fall, or flowers to plant - both gratis. (And more as well but too much to detail)."
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  • Dma333
    "Block party in September Close to a great school Playgrounds nearby Diverse community Easy access to many communities "
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  • Szonja.ruppert
    "Lots of greens, parks, even bags for dogpoop is put to parks. Not many pet shops in walking distance"
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  • Scottcunha311
    "Halloween’s are very popular especially on clark rd. Great location to Cleveland circle and both bu and bc can take train anywhere or easily get a bus there’s no shortsge of things to do"
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  • Jawaher A.
    "Good schools, no stealing, good neighbors, good place to kids to play, not far away from BU university, there is driving school, all government facilities around us, Uber so expensive but it is available all time, there is ice cream shop and Starbucks around us also a lot of restaurants and malls "
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  • Courtney C.
    "Safe and homey - education is good but property tax is rising. Commute is perfect - only ten minute drive away from my work site. "
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  • Luis B.
    "Lots of commerce within walking distance and easier access to the city by public transportation. Also very good public schools"
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  • Magdalene M.
    "Right by the T and walking distance to Fenway! Blue bikes and scooters near by. Lots of ways to go. "
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  • Jawaher A.
    "I love this area coz its safe and beautiful and the neighbors are nice and kind and there is a lot of great people "
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  • Oliver L.
    "I walk to work in the medical area. T stops make getting to the center easy. It is quite possible to live without a car."
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  • Sophie
    "The community center holds a lot of interesting activities like Mahjong, movies, reading, yoga and concerts. Also we have a greeeat library here!"
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  • Kathy U.
    "Many dog parks around the Coolidge corner area. Many off leash areas too. The dog community it big in this neighborhood "
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  • Heli C.
    "The schools are excellent, and neighbors tend to know each other. We are a ‘suburb’ of Boston but also officially a town with numerous distinct village neighborhoods, most of which are walkable to restaurants and amenities. Brookline has a fairly international mix of people, with families from all over the world coming here to study and work at the nearby Harvard teaching hospitals."
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  • Ptetrault
    "It is a safe, welcoming and peaceful neighborhood. Heath is a great school. Close to T trains and buses."
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  • Pat B.
    "It's dog friendly...there's lots of parks around to take pets."
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  • Pat B.
    "There's some strange people who are around, but they're harmless. There's lots of daycare places, so if someone has a young kid there's lots of options nearby."
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  • Billy W.
    "There is only one park on this hill, but a short walk can lead you to bigger parks and playgrounds."
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187 Kent St, Brookline, MA 02446 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 650 sqft apartment. This property is not currently available for sale.