A 42-unit condominium community in Allston, Boston.
Market figures reflect closed sales over recent sales. Data sourced from MLS PIN.
# The Harlen Condominium
The Harlen Condominium is a 42-unit residential building located in the heart of Allston Village in Boston, offering a diverse mix of floor plans from two to five bedrooms. Recent market data shows a median sale price of $512,000 across six recent transactions, with units averaging $458 per square foot and spending approximately 91 days on the market. The building attracts both owner-occupants and investors, with a notable history of strong rental demand in this Boston neighborhood.
Units throughout The Harlen feature a range of desirable finishes and conveniences:
Recent renovations documented in 2015, 2018, and throughout the property reflect ongoing maintenance and modernization efforts. The building maintains a healthy reserve fund according to available listings.
The Harlen offers floor plans ranging from 950 to 1,400 square feet. Two-bedroom garden-level units provide compact living with direct street access and natural light. Three-bedroom units span garden and top-floor locations, with enclosed porch/sunroom spaces adding functional area. Four-bedroom units dominate the inventory—available on second and top floors with high ceilings and large windows—making them particularly attractive to student renters and young professionals. One rare five-bedroom top-floor unit has been documented with multiple generously sized bedrooms.
Located steps from Commonwealth Avenue and the intersection of Harvard and Commonwealth avenues, The Harlen sits at the center of Allston Village's transit and commercial activity. The building's proximity to the Commonwealth Avenue Subway station and bus lines provides direct access to Boston University and throughout the city. Residents enjoy walkable access to restaurants, shops, and services within the neighborhood. Highway I-95 and the Turnpike are within reasonable driving distance for those commuting west of Boston. The rental market in this area remains consistently strong, with documented lease rates supporting investor interest and owner-occupant lifestyle appeal.
Justin Rollo is a Massachusetts real estate expert with over a decade of experience and hundreds of South Shore transactions. He tracks every sale, pending, and price movement inside The Harlen — so whether you're buying into the community or thinking about selling, you're working with someone who knows this specific association inside and out.
Ask Justin about The Harlen →Over recent sales, units at The Harlen Condominium sold at a median of $512,000, about $458 per square foot.
The Harlen Condominium is a 42-unit condominium association in Boston, MA.
Recent sales at The Harlen Condominium averaged about 91 days on market, with 6 closings in the period.