12 Bellvista Rd, Boston, MA 02135
What This Condo Offers
12 Belvista — historic character, modern comfort, and a Boston home unlike the rest.
Live Somewhere With a Story — Historic Brighton Apartment with Boston... Views
12 Belvista offers a rare opportunity to live in a beautifully renovated historic residence in Brighton, originally designed by the Longfellow family and filled with architectural details you simply won’t find in a typical rental.
??? Historic Character, Beautifully Renovated
Distinctive period details include bas-relief artwork depicting the battles of Alexander the Great and an impressive sculptured fireplace. Tall ceilings and large sunlit windows create a bright, spacious, and elegant atmosphere.
?? Boston Views + a Versatile 135 Sq. Ft. Sunroom
Enjoy views toward downtown Boston from Brighton’s hillside setting. The generous 135 sq. ft. sunroom can adapt to your lifestyle—use it as a dining room, home gym, study or work-from-home space, or combine all three.
?? Renovated Eat-In Kitchen
The spacious eat-in kitchen features new concrete countertops and a new stove, combining modern updates with the apartment’s distinctive character.
?? Renovated Bathroom with Soaking Tub
Unwind after work or class in the soaking bathtub. A large medicine cabinet provides plenty of practical bathroom storage.
?? Exceptional Storage for City Living
Each bedroom has two spacious closets, plus a separate utility room that's ideal for additional storage.
?? Heat & Water Included
Enjoy the added convenience and value of heat and water included in the rent—especially welcome during Boston winters.
?? Connected to Boston Life
Convenient access to public transportation makes commuting to universities, downtown offices, restaurants, and everything Boston has to offer easy.
?? Whole Foods & CVS Nearby
Groceries and everyday essentials are conveniently close, with Whole Foods Market and CVS nearby.
?? Dedicated Parking Included
Come home on your own schedule without worrying about circling the neighborhood for a spot. A dedicated parking space is included.
Unit Bellvista
- $3,395
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 972 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Condo Features
- Balcony
- Breakfast Nook
- Ceiling Fans
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Freezer
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Large Bedrooms
- Microwave
- Office
- Pantry
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Storage Units
- Sunroom
- Tile Floors
- Tub/Shower
- Views
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Storage Space
- Utilities Included
12 Bellvista Rd Unit Bellvista is a condo for rent in Boston, MA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Parking
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Get In Touch
Boston, MA 02135
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Somewhat drivable30 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Baldwin Early Learning Center
Grades PK-5
Public
Jackson/Mann K-8 School
Grades PK-8
Public
Torah Academy
Grades PK-8
Private
Lyon High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Edward M. Kennedy Academy For Health Careers
Grades 9-12
Public
Brighton High School
Grades 6-12
Public
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
Grades 6-12
Public
Kennedy Day
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Boston University
Drive: 4 min (1.8 mi)
Boston College, Brighton
Drive: 5 min (2 mi)
Boston College
Drive: 4 min (2.1 mi)
Emmanuel College
Drive: 6 min (2.6 mi)
Discover Commonwealth, Boston, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 12 Bellvista Rd Unit Bellvista proximity to Washington Street Plaza, 248-254 Brighton Ave, and 145-175 Harvard Ave. Washington Street Plaza is 0.4 miles away, and 248-254 Brighton Ave is within an 11 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 12 Bellvista Rd Unit Bellvista has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.7 miles. Transit options include Allston Street Station and Warren Street Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 12 Bellvista Rd Unit Bellvista are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site, Chestnut Hill Reservation, and Coit Observatory.
Airports
Living in Commonwealth provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 16 minutes from 12 Bellvista Rd Unit Bellvista.
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