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    $3,800/mo

    279 Chestnut Ave #2, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

    2beds
    921sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    Apartment
    Available now
    No pets
    -- A/C
    Shared laundry
    Off street parking
    Baseboard
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Private laundry and storageExposed brick wallBrand new tileWide-plank hardwood floorsSerene primary bedroomNewly installed gas stoveDedicated off-street parking space
    Welcome to 279 Chestnut Avenue #2, a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offering character, comfort, and prime Jamaica Plain location. Step into a light-filled living space with soaring ceilings, wide-plank hardwood floors, and thoughtful architectural details throughout. The bright bay-windowed living room features custom built-in bookcases and flows into a separate dining room accented by an exposed brick wall ideal for both everyday living and hosting. The spacious eat-in kitchen is a standout, with custom maple cabinetry, a newly installed gas stove, open shelving, and brand new tile. Perfect for cooking enthusiasts! Two well-separated bedrooms provide privacy, including a serene primary bedroom overlooking mature trees. The second bedroom includes a custom closet with a sliding barn door for added style and function. Additional features include: Private laundry and storage Plenty of natural light Dedicated off-street parking space Tranquil shared backyard and patio perfect for outdoor dining or quiet relaxation Nestled on a quiet residential street just minutes from Jamaica Pond, Centre Street, the SW Corridor Park, and Green Street T station Meticulously crafted by a master carpenter with architectural enhancements throughout, this home offers both charm and practicality in one of JP's most desirable neighborhoods. Don't miss this opportunity to make 279 Chestnut your home! Reach out to schedule a showing.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 921 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Heating system: Baseboard
    Details
    • Parcel number: JAMAW19P01038S008

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Jamaica Plain

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/13/2025Listed for rent$3,800$4/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    12/22/2020Sold$506,000+1.2%$549/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #72750751
    11/11/2020Pending sale$499,999$543/sqft
    Source: Arborview Realty Inc. #72750751
    10/30/2020Listed for sale$499,999+37.4%$543/sqft
    Source: Arborview Realty Inc. #72750751
    9/15/2009Sold$364,000-2.9%$395/sqft
    Source: LINK #102791

    Neighborhood: Jamaica Plain