NO BROKER FEE! Bright and sunny renovated one bedroom split style condominium located in a beautiful professionally managed building with eat-in kitchen including dishwasher and disposer; upgraded kitchen cabinets and counter tops. Upgraded bathroom with ceramic tiles and fixtures. Large bedrooms, and plenty of closet space. Hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings. Reloadable card operated laundry in building. Heat and hot water are included with rental monthly fee as well as trash disposal and snow removal. Ideally located steps to Commonwealth Ave, within short distance to Boston College and Boston University. Green Line train stops within steps of building. Easy access to the B (Chestnut Hill Ave.), C (Cleveland Circle), and D (Reservoir) line trains. Easy commute to downtown Boston and with easy access to the longwood Medical Area and major highways. Within minutes to Chestnut Hill Reservoir, and St. Elizabeth Medical Center. Great convenience to restaurants, cafes, shops and everything Brighton has to offer! Just a short walk to Whole Food Market! Easy to show!
8 Ransom Rd
Boston, MA 02135
Apartment building
1-3 beds
Available units
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 Unit 3 1 bd, 1 ba | 532 | Now | Fees may apply $2,150 |
What's special
Large bedroomsHardwood floors throughoutHigh ceilingsPlenty of closet space
Facts, features & policies
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Utilities included in rent
- Water
- Heat
- Hot water
Neighborhood: Brighton
Areas of interest
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Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
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Excellent TransitBike Score®
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Very BikeableNearby schools in Boston
Baldwin Early Learning Center
Grades PK-1 • 0.3 milesN/A
GreatSchools® Rating
Winship Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 0.7 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Brighton High School
Grades 7-12 • 0.4 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
1/10College Readiness Rating
1/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Living in Boston
Brighton sits in western Boston, with a mix of residential streets, busy commercial corridors and green space. The climate brings snowy winters and warm summers, while the Charles River borders part of the neighborhood. The Boston College campus and historic Chestnut Hill Reservoir are notable landmarks; nearby parks and paths offer room for walking and outdoor breaks. Brighton’s restaurants, cafés and shops cluster along streets such as Market Street and Washington Street, with additional dining and nightlife around Boston Landing. The neighborhood has a strong connection to Boston’s streetcar-era growth, and its historic buildings sit alongside newer development. Green Line branches and bus routes connect Brighton with other parts of Boston, and the Mass Pike provides a driving link. For the Brighton neighborhood, the median rent is $3,200 per month, with a typical range of $750 to $21,450, based on 1,957 active listings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 8 Ransom Rd located, and what is the neighborhood like?
8 Ransom Rd is located at 8 Ransom Rd in Brighton, Boston, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Barcelona Wine Bar, Stoked Wood Fired Pizza Co., and The Abbey.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 8 Ransom Rd?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 8 Ransom Rd include Brighton Marine Health Center (0.4 miles away), Boston Medical Center (0.4 miles away), and St Elizabeth's Emergency Department (0.5 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 8 Ransom Rd?
The schools assigned to 8 Ransom Rd include Baldwin Early Learning Center, Winship Elementary School, and Brighton High School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 8 Ransom Rd?
8 Ransom Rd is located near 5 grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market (0.2 miles) and Johnny D's Fruit & Produce (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Replay'd, are approximately 0.8 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 8 Ransom Rd?
8 Ransom Rd is located within 0.6 miles of Shaloh House Jewish Day School, 0.8 miles of CCE Boston Music School, and 0.9 miles of Newbury College.
