Do not miss out on one of the best apartments available in the BU West area. This top floor unit features large bedrooms, a very large living room with vivid natural light, hardwood floors throughout, an eat in kitchen, private deck off the back, and two full bathrooms. Enjoy the comfortable space for entertaining, and great vibes of this classic Brookline style place. The building features laundry in the basement, excellent property management, and a beautiful brick exterior that invites. Do not miss your opportunity to live in this rarely available Boston University area apartment. Video tour available upon request.
Landlord pays for water/sewer, tenants responsible for all other individually metered utilities.
Listed square footage isa rough estimate.
1 year lease term
157 Thorndike St
Brookline, MA 02446
Apartment building
3-4 beds
What's special
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: 02446
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Good TransitBike Score®
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Very BikeableNearby schools in Brookline
Florida Ruffin Ridley School
Grades PK-8 • 0.4 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Brookline High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.2 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10College Readiness Rating
7/10Living in Brookline
Brookline’s 02446 area includes Corey Hill, Lawrence, Longwood, Griggs Park and Coolidge Corner, with a mix of residential streets, busy commercial blocks and access to Boston’s urban edge. Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid. Coolidge Corner is a focal point for cafés, restaurants, shops and the historic Coolidge Corner Theatre; the Brookline Booksmith adds an independent bookstore to the neighborhood’s cultural mix. Green spaces and tree-lined streets offer room for a stroll, and playgrounds and public library branches provide convenient local amenities. The Green Line connects the area with Boston and other Brookline destinations, while walking and cycling suit many local trips. For ZIP code 02446, the median rent is $3,800 per month, with a typical range of $1,000 to $11,550.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 157 Thorndike St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
157 Thorndike St is located at 157 Thorndike St, Brookline, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Clear Flour Bread, LimeRed Teahouse, and Shabu-Zen.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 157 Thorndike St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 157 Thorndike St include Brighton Marine Health Center (0.8 miles away), Joslin Diabetes Center (1 mile away), and Brigham and Women's Hospital (1 mile away).
What schools are assigned to 157 Thorndike St?
The schools assigned to 157 Thorndike St include Florida Ruffin Ridley School and Brookline High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 157 Thorndike St?
157 Thorndike St is located near 7 grocery stores, including The Butcherie (0.3 miles) and Maruichi Japanese Food & Deli (0.5 miles). Additional shopping options, including Orchard Skateshop, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 157 Thorndike St?
157 Thorndike St is located within 0.3 miles of Florida Ruffin Ridley School, 0.4 miles of Prometric Testing Center, and 0.6 miles of Boston University Study Abroad Office.
