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    • 5 Wenham St

    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

    Apartment building
    2-4 beds

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    What's special

    Common backyardPlenty of lightLarge windowsSkylit white tile bathroomVaulted ceilingsFully applianced eat-in kitchenHardwood floors
    No Fee! Charming top-floor apartment in three three-family Victorian. The large, bright living room can accommodate a dining table, has beautiful original wide pine floors & vaulted ceilings. There is a fully applianced eat-in kitchen and a skylit white tile bathroom. The unit features vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, and plenty of light through a combination of large windows and skylights. Additional amenities include free common laundry (shared by units 2 & 3) in the basement and a common backyard for all to enjoy. A commuter's dream, just minutes to the Forest Hills T station, as well as plenty of shops and restaurants. Pet-friendly building.

    Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain

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    Jamaica Plain (02130) blends leafy serenity with creative energy along Boston’s Emerald Necklace. Residents stroll Jamaica Pond, bike the Southwest Corridor, and wander the Arnold Arboretum’s hills—glorious in fall foliage—while Franklin Park anchors weekend soccer and picnics. Centre Street and Egleston Square offer walkable streets lined with independent shops, City Feed & Supply and Whole Foods for groceries, JP Licks for treats, and a mix of cafes, yoga studios, and the JP YMCA. The dining and arts scene is eclectic—Tres Gatos’ bookshop-tapas mashup, Chilacates, cozy pubs like Brendan Behan, live music at Midway, and tastings at Samuel Adams and Turtle Swamp. Pet lovers frequent Beecher Street Dog Park; families enjoy farmers markets and seasonal festivals. Expect four true New England seasons (snowy winters, warm summers). Orange Line stops at Jackson Square, Stony Brook, and Green Street plus the 39 bus make it commuter friendly to Downtown and Longwood. Recent Zillow trends show a median rent around $3,100, with most listings $2,400–$4,000 in recent months.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

     / 100
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    Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 5 Wenham St?

    5 Wenham St has a walk score of 77, it's very walkable.

    What schools are assigned to 5 Wenham St?

    The schools assigned to 5 Wenham St include Philbrick Elementary School, Boston Teachers Union School, and The English High School.

    What neighborhood is 5 Wenham St in?

    5 Wenham St is in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood in Jamaica Plain, MA.