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85 Brainerd Rd # 505, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134 • Allston
$789,000
Est. $5,596/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,190
Sq Ft
$663
Price/Sq Ft
1986
Year Built
19 hours 15 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed May 12, 2026 • MLS# 73516799 Copied!

About this home

Experience elevated urban living in this stunning 5th-floor penthouse with private roof deck. This sleek duplex unit features two floors. First floor is an open-concept layout with an updated chef's kitchen and spacious pantry, flowing seamlessly into the living room, dining area and half bath. The upper level offers a flexible floor plan: a primary suite with a generous walk-in closet and a versatile second room—ideal as a private home office or a guest bedroom. Retreat to your own private roof deck for sunset cocktails and skyline views. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, central AC, and elevator access. Amenities in the building include a fitness center, swimming pool, and a dog-friendly common walkway. Nestled in a prime Allston location just steps from the Green Line MBTA with easy access to BU and BC. One garage parking space included.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1986
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,190 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
2
Entry Level
5

Open House Schedule

16
May
Saturday, May 16
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
17
May
Sunday, May 17
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1986
Living Area 1,190 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
Pool Association, In Ground
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof + Access Rights

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $9,076
Assessed Value $725,700

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1986
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof + Access Rights, City View(s)
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof + Access Rights
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Under

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Allston

85 Brainerd Rd # 505, Boston MA 02134

Boston, MA 02134

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Boston School District local
C-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
52% attend college
38% 4-Year 14% 2-Year 7% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
3.7% Above Average
3.2% Suspensions 0.3% In-School 0.5% Emergency
1.8% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Kennedy Hope Academy
0.4 mi
Grades 01-12
Kennedy Day School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-12
C-
Match Charter Public School
0.8 mi | #281 of 346 | Score: 43.2
Improved 41 spots from last year
-15 below state avg
1,189 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-12
German International School Boston
0.9 mi
Grades PK-12
C
Gardner Pilot Academy
1.0 mi | #10 of 12 | Score: 30.9
Improved 651 spots from last year
-27.3 below state avg
364 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades PK-06
St. Columbkille Partnership School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Winship Elementary School
1.1 mi | #407 of 824 | Score: 47.6
Dropped 189 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
353 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Edison Elementary School
1.3 mi | #759 of 824 | Score: 31.7
Improved 21 spots from last year
-26.5 below state avg
502 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-06
D
Lyon Elementary School
1.4 mi | #333 of 352 | Score: 27.3
Dropped 194 spots from last year
-30.9 below state avg
143 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
The Winsor School
1.5 mi
Grades 05-12
M

Middle Schools

10 schools
Nativity Prep School
2.4 mi
Grades 05-08
F
Higginson/Lewis K-8 School
3.0 mi | #349 of 352 | Score: 23.6
Improved 3 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
213 students Diverse
Grades 03-08
Mother Caroline Academy
3.8 mi
Grades 05-08
Dearborn Middle School
3.9 mi
A
Uncommon Schools - Roxbury Preparatory Dorchester Campus Middle School
4.0 mi | #4 of 16 | Score: 41.9
Improved 187 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
1,126 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum
Grades 05-08
Middle School Academy
4.4 mi
Epiphany School
5.1 mi
Grades 05-08
C
Ohrenberger School
6.0 mi | #265 of 352 | Score: 34.9
Improved 20 spots from last year
-23.3 below state avg
477 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 03-08
Timilty Middle
2.5 mi
Frederick Pilot Middle
4.0 mi
H

High Schools

10 schools
F
Albert D Holland School of Technology
0.5 mi | #333 of 346 | Score: 25.8
Improved 28 spots from last year
-32.4 below state avg
399 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
Brighton High School
0.6 mi | #321 of 346 | Score: 31.3
Improved 43 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
667 students Diverse
11 sports • 520 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
C-
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
0.6 mi | #312 of 346 | Score: 35.4
Improved 17 spots from last year
-22.8 below state avg
426 students Diverse
Career Tech Programs Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
A+
Boston Latin School
1.8 mi | #19 of 346 | Score: 73.3
Improved 61 spots from last year
+15.1 above state avg
2,424 students Very Diverse
18 sports • 2,006 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Strong Athletics
Grades 07-12
A-
O'Bryant School of Math & Science
2.5 mi | #90 of 346 | Score: 61.1
Improved 94 spots from last year
+2.9 above state avg
1,509 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 07-12
Newman School
2.7 mi
Grades 07-12
Meridian Academy
2.9 mi
Grades 06-09
B-
Margarita Muniz Academy
2.9 mi | #14 of 25 | Score: 31.3
Improved 349 spots from last year
-26.9 below state avg
428 students Less Diverse
Strong AP Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
B
Dearborn STEM Academy
3.1 mi | #13 of 25 | Score: 31.7
Improved 356 spots from last year
-26.6 below state avg
565 students Diverse
10 sports • 242 athletes
Early College Program Rising School
Grades 07-12
D
English High School
3.1 mi | #324 of 346 | Score: 29.7
Improved 34 spots from last year
-28.5 below state avg
720 students Moderate
8 sports • 332 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
May 12, 2026
$789,000
Original listing
Agent: Christie Xie Office: Nuage Real Estate Group

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 12, 2026 New Listing Added $789,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
19 hours 15 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$663

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $9,076 $725,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,076
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$650
Monthly
Assessed Value
$725,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Christie Xie
Listing Office Nuage Real Estate Group
Agent MLS ID CT002297
Office MLS ID AN7196
Listing Data Updated May 13, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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