Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

178 Lake Shore Rd Boston, MA 02135 has three bedrooms available and rents for $3,300/mo.

Can I see a model or tour available condos at 178 Lake Shore Rd Boston, MA 02135?

Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.

What neighborhood is the property located in?

178 Lake Shore Rd Boston, MA 02135 is in Oak Square in the city of Boston. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.9 miles of the property. Five parks are within 3.8 miles, including Chestnut Hill Reservation, Hammond Pond Reservation, and John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site.

Condos Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Oak Square 178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1

$3,300 / Month

178 Lake Shore Rd

Boston, MA 02135

2 Days Ago

774-327-4426

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,060 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Property is near public transit
Community Pool
Jogging Path
No Cooling
Shops
Laundry Facilities

178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1

About This Home

$3,300 deposit, Available Now

Located in Brighton,this fantastic 3-bedroom,2-bathroom apartment is perfect for BC students and professionals alike! Enjoy a peaceful outdoor setting with a nearby lake and scenic trails,offering a serene escape from city life—yet still just a short walk to campus and public transit for easy access into Boston. In your down,take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool. Unit includes 2 assigned parking spaces!With spacious bedrooms,and a prime location,this apartment provides the best of both worlds—nature and city convenience. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity!

178 Lake Shore Rd is a condo located in Suffolk County and the 02135 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Condominium

Accessible Home Design

Entry on the 1st floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 Full Bathrooms 3 Bedrooms

Interior Spaces

1,060 Sq Ft Home

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,300 Property Available on 9/1/25 12 Month Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 1221099 Rent includes heat, hot water, snow removal

Location

Property is near public transit Property is near schools

Lot Details

2,295.68 Acre Lot

Parking

2 Parking Spaces

Utilities

No Cooling

Community Details

Amenities

Shops Laundry Facilities Common Area

Overview

Property has a Home Owners Association

Recreation

Community Pool Jogging Path

Contact

Listed by Mervin Needham
Phone Number (774) 327-4426
Source

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Neighborhood

Located about nine miles away from Downtown Brighton, Oak Square is a nature lover’s dream. Spend plenty of warm days outdoors in one of Oak Square's many parks, including Gallagher Park, Foster Street Hill, and Rogers Park. These parks allow you to enjoy sports, take in views of the surrounding historic buildings, or have a picnic. Along with lush parks, Oak Square has an abundance of amenities and parking, which is a hot commodity in the area. Great for students, faculty, and staff, Oak Square is convenient to Harvard University, Boston College, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Perfect for all renters, Oak Square has affordable and upscale rentals available. For more dining, shopping, and entertainment options, simply travel east along Interstate 90 to reach the cultural and economic heart of the city.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Boston College, Brighton	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
Boston College	Drive:	5 min	1.1 mi
Boston University	Drive:	8 min	3.4 mi
Harvard University	Drive:	9 min	3.6 mi

178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1 is within 10 minutes or 0.5 mile from Boston College, Brighton. It is also near Boston College and Boston University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Boston College Station, located 0.6 mile from 178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1. 178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 10.0 miles or 20 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Boston College Station	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
South Street Station	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Chiswick Road Station	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi
Chestnut Hill Avenue Station	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Sutherland Street Station	Drive:	5 min	1.9 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Newtonville	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	8 min	3.8 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	9 min	4.1 mi
West Newton	Drive:	9 min	4.3 mi
Waverley	Drive:	11 min	4.7 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	20 min	10.0 mi

Car-Dependent

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Good Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

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Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Tara Plaza	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Washington Street Plaza	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi
Newton Corner	Drive:	5 min	1.9 mi

178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 1.9 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Chestnut Hill Reservation	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Hammond Pond Reservation	Drive:	7 min	2.2 mi
John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site	Drive:	7 min	2.8 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site	Drive:	8 min	3.2 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	9 min	3.8 mi

178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1 has 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Chestnut Hill Reservation, Hammond Pond Reservation, and John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
St. Elizabeth's Medical Center	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Franciscan Children's Hospital & Rehab Center	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi

178 Lake Shore Rd Unit 1 has 3 hospitals within 2.8 miles, the nearest is St. Elizabeth's Medical Center which is 1.2 miles away and a 3 minutes drive.