540 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458
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  • Studio
  • 1 Bath

540 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458

Newton Corner

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Limited-Time Special 1 Month FREE!

Sign a 12-month lease and receive 1 month FREE. When the free month is prorated over the 12-month lease term, the effective monthly rent is approximately $1,604/month.
Regular rent: $1,750/month

Brand Renovated, Fully Furnished Studios in Prime Newton Location with direct connection to downtown Boston, Flexible Leases!

Be the first to live in this beautifully updated building featuring entirely renovated, modern studio units!
Flooded with an abundance of natural light from huge windows and boasting airy, high ceilings, these modern spaces come fully furnished with everything you need including a mounted Smart TV.

Each unit provides private comfort: Brand new renovation featuring your own private bathroom and an in-unit kitchenette (includes private refrigerator and microwave; no in-unit stove).

The Building Amenities:
 Premium Security: Enjoy peace of mind with a highly secure main entrance equipped with advanced face recognition entry.
 Smart Access: All individual units feature secure smart keypads with remote locking capability.
 Outdoor Space: Step outside to an expansive, massive backyard perfect for relaxing, enjoying the nice weather, and enjoying summer BBQs.
 Premium Laundry: On-site combo washer/dryer machine simply drop your clothes in, and they come out fully washed and dried in one step.
 Common Cooking Area: Full-sized stove and oven for your convenience.

Utilities, Parking & Terms:
 Included: Hot water and high-speed Wi-Fi are completely free.
 Tenant Pays: Heat/Electricity (efficient electric setup), water beyond threshold.
 Parking: On-premises parking is available (Extra mothly fee). Free overnight street parking is also open during the city's non-winter months (April 1 through November 30).
 Policies: To preserve the brand-new spaces, strictly no pets and no smoking are allowed anywhere in the building.

Availability and Flexibility:
These units are limited to single occupancy!
 Available: September 1st (with flexible early or late move-in options available).
 Lease Duration: Highly flexible terms ranging from 1 to 12 months.
 Rent: Start from $1,750/month for a standard 12-month lease. (Please inquire directly for custom shorter-term monthly rates). (One free month bring it to $1600/month)
 Move-in Requirements: First month's rent, last month's rent, and a $500 security deposit. NO broker fee. A standard credit check is required for all applicants.
Unbeatable Prime Location:
 Perfectly situated on Centre Street in highly desirable Newton Corner.
 Ideal for students and faculty: A brief 0.6-mile walk or bike ride to the Boston College Law School and Newton Campus.
 Enjoy local dining, cafes, and shopping centers within easy walking distance of nearby Watertown Square.
 Commuter's dream with immediate, direct access to the Mass Pike (I-90) for fast driving into the city.
 A short walk to the local Express Bus lines heading directly into Downtown Boston I 15 minutes!
 Steps from the MBTA 52 Bus (connecting you straight to the Green Line D at Newton Centre).
 Short walk to the 57 Bus directly to Boston University ad Boston College.
 Convenient connections from Watertown Square to the 73 Bus (to Harvard Square/Harvard University), and the 70/71 lines (to Waltham- Bentley University).

Please Note: We are just opening this newly renovated location to the public, meaning multiple rooms are currently available.
To schedule a viewing to see the place, please get in touch with us. Thanks!

Available: Now
 Lease Duration: Highly flexible terms ranging from 1 to 12 months.
 Rent: $1,750/month for a standard 12-month lease. (Please inquire directly for custom shorter-term monthly rates).
 Move-in Requirements: First month's rent, last month's rent, and a $500 security deposit. NO broker fee. A standard credit check is required for all applicants.
No Pets, No Smoking in the building
540 Centre St, Newton, MA 02458 is a studio, 1 bathroom apartment in Newton Corner. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $1,750 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 4, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,844/month.

Home Details for 540 Centre St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Air Conditioner, Wall Unit
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 540 Centre St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
10 Williams St #37, Watertown, MA
0.49
Apartment
$362,000
07/20/26
1
1
670 sqft
12 Gordon Ter #1, Newton, MA
0.41
Apartment
$4,000
06/09/26
3
1.5
1,450 sqft
143 Tremont St, Boston, MA
0.61
Apartment
$1,250,000
07/08/26
2
2
1,100 sqft
99 Tremont St #302, Brighton, MA
0.70
Apartment
$810,000
03/19/26
2
2
1,121 sqft
119 Charlesbank Rd #1, Newton, MA
0.50
Apartment
$1,825,000
02/02/26
4
4.5
3,679 sqft
34 Channing St, Newton, MA
0.31
Apartment
$580,000
06/02/26
5
-
2,000 sqft
207 Lake Shore Rd #2, Brighton, MA
1.01
Apartment
$431,000
06/22/26
2
1
-
365 Faneuil St #2, Brighton, MA
1.03
Apartment
$275,000
12/12/25
1
1
590 sqft
1-3 Ashmont Ave, Newton, MA
0.84
Apartment
$1,960,000
04/30/26
6
2
2,257 sqft
174 Adams St #6, Newton, MA
0.86
Apartment
$888,000
07/15/26
2
2.5
1,471 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in Newton Corner

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,844/mo
Average rent
$3.4K
$155MoM
Available listings
30
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Neighborhood Overview

Newton Corner
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What Locals Say about Newton Corner

At least 30 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's wildlife

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 45 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Trulia User
    "There recently have been more dog owners. Most of them do pick up poop after the dog, but there ate a few people that don't. Otherwise most of the dog owners I know are super friendly and nice."
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  • Jeffreyrclark
    "It's right off the pike and close to express busses downtown as well as just 2 miles from the D Green line in Newton Centre "
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  • Wverbits
    "Neighbors are friendly but not overly friendly. It is a nice mix of younger families with kids and homes of older people."
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  • Wverbits
    "My neighborhood has excellent schools and nice parks. The city center is lively and has a nice mix of shops and restaurants. There are many houses of worship and people maintain their homes. Great community to walk around and sightsee pretty gardens and nice landscaping."
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  • Wverbits
    "There is public transportation into Boston but if you work north, south or west of Boston, you must drive. Traffic in and around Boston is getting worse."
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  • Dan
    "Great neighborhood , great neighbors , easy access to the city , great schools , supermarkets close by , CHURCHES, social activities ....you name it we got it"
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  • Jeffreyrclark
    "Good location to Brighton and Mass Pike with great schools. Elementary and Middle schools are within walking distance in a safe neighborhood."
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  • Wverbits
    "We have lived in Newton Corner for 7 years and love the close proximity to Boston but the suburban feel of the city of Newton. "
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  • Michael L.
    "I have lived here for 22 years. There are first-rate Newton schools close by, easy public transportation to downtown Boston, and tennis courts and a golf course within walking distance. Houses are older with large trees and beautiful gardens. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 4, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,600
Aug 13, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,600
Price decreased by 9%
Jul 21, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,750
Nov 3, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,650
Mar 10, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,700

Frequently asked questions about 540 Centre St

  • Is Newton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Newton is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Newton?
    The median sale price in Newton is $1.5M. That is down $84.2K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Newton Corner neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Newton Corner neighborhood in Newton, MA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Newton Corner, Newton.
  • What are the closest schools to 540 Centre St?
    The closest schools to 540 Centre St in Newton, MA are Bigelow Middle School (rated 9/10), Newton North High School (rated 10/10), Underwood Elementary School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 540 Centre St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 540 Centre St in Newton, MA has air conditioning.
  • Does 540 Centre St have parking?
    Yes, 540 Centre St in Newton, MA has on-site parking.

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