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Posted by Pam on February 12th, 2009 in Boston Neighborhoods, Brookline Homes, real estate market

So you want to live near the city in a pleasant urban environment, where you can find shops and restaurants  within easy walking distance. You don’t want to live miles from downtown or far from Boston’s universities and medical centers. You want the feel of the city, yet, you can’t afford the Back Bay or South End.

Where do you turn?
Brookline.

It’s possible to find a comfortable city condo in the $200,000 range, close to public transportation, shops and everything else the city has to offer.

1253 Beacon Street, #BBA
Brookline
BEDS:1/BATHS:1
SQ.FT: 499
$219,000

PROS: Located very near Coolidge Corner, this condo is close to shops and restaurants and the C Line of the Green Line.
CONS: The location is on the first floor, but still appears to be a full first floor rather than a basement apartment.

8 Juniper Street, #17
Brookline
BEDS:1/BATHS:1
SQ.FT: 468
$203,000

PROS: You cannot beat this price in Brookline which is actually closer to prices of similar units in Brighton. The unit also has a patio and new hardwood floors.
CONS: It’s in a modern complex without architectural detail. Bathroom and kitchen are very small and in need updating.

30 Jamaicaway, #12A
Boston
BEDS:1/BATHS:1
SQ.FT: 607
$209,000

PROS: This unit abuts Brookline but is actually in Boston. That means you get more square footage for your money. The unit is also close to the Longwood Medical Area and the Fenway.
CONS: Because the unit is not in Brookline, it does not come with Brookline’s school district. The Jamaicaway is also a very busy street.