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7.4 miles to Brandeis University
Floor Plan Models and Units
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Beds Baths Rent Sq. Ft. Availability
3 Bathrooms $8,500 3,025 8/1/25
8/1/25 $8,500 3,025Sq. Ft.
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242 Walnut St

Beautiful Romanesque-style puddingstone home in Brookline’s Pill Hill neighborhood. Built in 1887 and thoughtfully updated, this home blends historic charm with modern living. The sunlit first floor features a spacious living room, formal dining room... , family room, and a galley kitchen that opens to a fenced yard and patio—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. With six bedrooms across the second and third floors, rich natural wood details, and ample storage, the home offers both character and functionality. The basement includes a recreation space with direct yard access. Surrounded by mature trees, the private yard offers a peaceful escape. This home is perfect for working from home, gathering with loved ones, or simply enjoying quiet moments outdoors. Located near cafes, markets, the MBTA Green Line, Medical Area, Lincoln School, and Brookline High. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Brookline history in an unbeatable location.

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Amenities

Unit Features

  • Basement
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dining Room
  • Extra Storage
  • Garden/Yard
  • Heat - Central
  • Heat - Floor/Wall
  • Heating
  • High-Speed Internet Available
  • Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Patio, Balcony, Porch or Deck
  • Storage Space Included

Laundry

  • Washer/Dryer in Unit

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Cats Allowed

  • Fee Not Specified

Dogs Allowed

  • Fee Not Specified

Shopping Centers

The Longwood GalleriaWalk: 22 min (1.2 mi)
Washington SquareWalk: 24 min (1.3 mi)
Washington Street PlazaWalk: 32 min (1.7 mi)

Military

Boston Support CenterDrive: 13 min (6.2 mi)

Transit / Subway

Brookline VillageWalk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
Brookline HillsWalk: 7 min (0.4 mi)
RiverwayWalk: 13 min (0.7 mi)
Back Of The HillWalk: 16 min (0.8 mi)
Heath StreetWalk: 18 min (0.9 mi)
RugglesWalk: 42 min (2.2 mi)
Forest HillsWalk: 45 min (2.4 mi)
Back BayWalk: 60 min (3.1 mi)
LansdowneDrive: 10 min (4.4 mi)
Boston LandingDrive: 14 min (6.7 mi)

Airports

General Edward Lawrence Logan InternationalDrive: 15 min (8.0 mi)

Colleges and Universities Nearby

MCPHS University, BostonWalk: 28 min (1.5 mi)
MassArtWalk: 30 min (1.6 mi)
Simmons CollegeWalk: 28 min (1.5 mi)
Emmanuel CollegeWalk: 30 min (1.6 mi)

Parks and Recreation

Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic SiteWalk: 12 min (0.6 mi)
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic SiteWalk: 30 min (1.6 mi)
Chestnut Hill ReservationWalk: 33 min (1.7 mi)
Roxbury Heritage State ParkWalk: 41 min (2.1 mi)
Coit ObservatoryWalk: 37 min (1.9 mi)

Schools

St Mary Of The Assumption Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
Maimonides School
Grades K-5
Private
NR
Out of 10
Elc - West Zone
Grades PK-1
Public
NR
Out of 10
Brookline High
Grades 9-12
Public
8
Out of 10
William H Lincoln
Grades K-8
Public
9
Out of 10

Ratings

Very Walkable

87

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

67

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Very Bikeable

86

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

This area is very Bikable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

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