1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Brookline, MA (3,526 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Brookline 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Brookline, MA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,039 at Kendall Crossing Apartments in the Kendall Square neighborhood. The second most affordable Brookline 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Muse starting at $1,700 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Brookline is currently $3,064. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Brookline:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Kendall Crossing ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,039
The Muse1 Bed 1 Bath$1,700
886-896 Huntington AvenueBasement One Bedroom$1,895

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Brookline Overview

Recently ranked the best suburb in the nation, Brookline is a suburb of Boston, Massachusetts that clearly has a stellar reputation. Brookline features seven protected historic districts that are simply stunning to look at. Brookline offers a rich mix of lifestyle options, ranging from condos, apartments, single-family homes, attached homes, and even senior homes. 

Why live in Brookline, MA?

The birthplace of John F. Kennedy and Barbara Walters, Conan O'Brien also calls Brookline his home. What is so great about Brookline? Turns out a lot. This upscale community features 25 distinct neighborhoods with classic homes and buildings. Prospective students get to choose from nine different prestigious college campuses such as Newbury College and Pine Manor College. The main appeal about Brookline is that people that live here, quite frankly are passionate about living here, and it shows. 

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Getting Around Brookline, MA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

73 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Brookline Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Brookline with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Brookline is at Kendall Crossing Apartments listed at $1,039.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brookline Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brookline is $3,064.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brookline Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brookline is a square feet unit at .

What is the average size for Brookline 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Brookline is currently 3,708 sq ft.

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