- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
85 Brainerd Rd #TH5, Boston, MA 02134
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About this House
Beautiful, spacious apartment in Allston!
Heat and Hot Water included
-Laundry in the building
-Cats Allowed
-Easy Access to the T
-Clean Updated Bathroom
-Modern eat in kitchen
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City Central Realty has MANY listings
with flexible move dates - and we are always
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Disclaimer: The rental market moves quickly; this unit may no longer
be available
Heat and Hot Water included
-Laundry in the building
-Cats Allowed
-Easy Access to the T
-Clean Updated Bathroom
-Modern eat in kitchen
CALL/TEXT Norah Today! Available 24/7
City Central Realty has MANY listings
with flexible move dates - and we are always
Available 7 days a week by appointment!
Disclaimer: The rental market moves quickly; this unit may no longer
be available
85 Brainerd Rd #TH5, Boston, MA 02134 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Allston. It last sold for $520,000 on Apr 20, 2012 (21,124% above the $2,450 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2020 with an asking price of $3,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 15, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,352/month.
Home Details for 85 Brainerd Rd #TH5
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now |
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Appliances & Utilities DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Comparable Sales for 85 Brainerd Rd #TH5
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.20 | Apartment | $432,000 | 10/31/25 | 1 | 1 | 653 sqft | |
0.13 | Apartment | $550,000 | 09/04/26 | 2 | 1 | 890 sqft | |
0.19 | Apartment | $590,000 | 10/29/25 | 2 | 1 | 935 sqft | |
0.40 | Apartment | $345,000 | 03/31/26 | 1 | 1 | 470 sqft | |
0.46 | Apartment | $350,000 | 07/30/26 | 1 | 1 | 650 sqft | |
0.50 | Apartment | $395,000 | 08/31/26 | 1 | 1 | 573 sqft | |
0.55 | Apartment | $415,000 | 04/03/26 | 1 | 1 | 600 sqft | |
0.66 | Apartment | $500,000 | 10/17/25 | 1 | 1 | 678 sqft | |
0.48 | Apartment | $580,000 | 10/30/25 | 2 | 1 | 876 sqft | |
0.02 | Apartment | $1,100,000 | 05/08/26 | 3 | 2 | - |
Home facts updated by county records
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Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,352/mo
Average rent
$3.5K
Available listings
1982
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What Locals Say about Allston
At least 171 Trulia users voted on each feature.
94 % Say there are sidewalks
91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
86 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say streets are well-lit
73 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say there's holiday spirit
49 % Say there's wildlife
47 % Say kids play outside
43 % Say parking is easy
40 % Say it's quiet
39 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
36 % Say neighbors are friendly
35 % Say car is needed
31 % Say yards are well-kept
26 % Say there are community events
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jul 15, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,300 |
Jun 1, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $4,200 Price increased by 27% |
May 4, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,300 |
Jul 11, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,900 |
Jun 28, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,900 |
Jun 28, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,800 |
Jun 2, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,800 |
Aug 5, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,600 |
Jun 8, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,600 |
Jun 12, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $549,900 |
Apr 24, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $549,900 |
Apr 11, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,500 |
Apr 1, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,500 |
May 2, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $3,300 |
May 1, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $3,300 |
Apr 20, 2012 Source: N/A | Sold | $520,000 |
Feb 11, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $549,900 |
Apr 1, 2008 Source: N/A | Sold | $436,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2014 | $5,749 | $457,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 85 Brainerd Rd #TH5
- What is the price history for 85 Brainerd Rd #TH5?85 Brainerd Rd #TH5 in Boston, MA last sold for $520,000 in April 2012.
- Is Boston a buyer's or seller's market?Boston is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Boston?The median sale price in Boston is $837K. That is up $29.17K from the prior month.
- What do residents say about the Allston neighborhood?Residents describe the Allston neighborhood in Boston, MA as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Allston, Boston.
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