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Gables University Station

$2,983 – $3,368/mo

  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bath
  • 560–915 sq ft
  • 7 units available
85 University Ave, Westwood, MA, 02090

As of October 13, 2026, Gables University Station in Westwood, MA has 7 apartments for rent from $2,983 to $3,368/mo. The average asking rent has fallen 2.5% since May 16, 2026, from $3,304 to $3,222.


Floor plans

Gables University Station has 7 units available across 6 floor plans: 6 one-bedroom layouts (560–915 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

AO.1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 560 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,983/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1131$2,983560Jan 4

A0

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 595 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,002/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2171$3,002595Oct 13

A6.3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 915 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,227/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2433$3,227915Oct 13

A4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 856 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,279/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2370$3,279856Nov 21

A5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 900 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,332/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2322$3,342900Nov 10
2267$3,332900Dec 1

A5.3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 898 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,368/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2310$3,368898Oct 13

See all 69 units listed at Gables University Station, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Gables University Station, a one-bedroom starts at about $3,141 a month all-in: $2,983 rent and an estimated $158 for electric, gas, water and renters insurance.

All-in from$3,141/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.Included in rent: Internet

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Gables University Station takes about $107,388 a year for a one-bedroom. Keeping the $3,141 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $152,300 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$3,141/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$152,300/yr

Income to qualify

$107,388/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Gables University Station has ranged from $2,990 to $3,599. The current average is $3,222, down $83 (2.5%) from $3,304 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (57 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Gables University Station, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $2,983 – $3,368/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 4

Amenities

Gables University Station has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 26 amenities, including fitness center, swimming pool, and electric vehicle charging stations.

  • Additional Storage Available

  • Bicycle Storage And Repair Station

  • Business Center

  • Controlled Access

  • Covered Parking Available ($)

  • Cyber Lounge

  • Demonstration Kitchen

  • Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

  • Fitness Center

  • Free Wi-Fi In Amenity Areas

  • Granite Countertops

  • Grilling Area

  • Outdoor Kitchen

  • Package Lockers

  • Resident Lounge

  • Smoke Free Community

  • Swimming Pool

  • Theater Room

  • 10ft Ceilings

  • Built-In Desks*

  • Designer Pendant Lighting

  • Full-Size Washer And Dryer

  • Large Walk-In Closets

  • Spa-Inspired Bathrooms

  • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Wood Plank Or Lvp Flooring


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    2 photos

Location

85 University Ave, Westwood, MA, 02090


Resident reviews

Gables University Station has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.5) and location (4.5) highest and building quality (3.9) lowest.

4.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.2
Maintenance4.5
Location4.5
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.1
Building Quality3.9
Overall100 reviews

Residents consistently praise the property's excellent maintenance team for prompt, professional service and strong responsiveness to work orders. The leasing office staff and overall location near shopping, dining, and transit are frequently highlighted as major strengths. However, some residents report concerns about front office communication inconsistencies, high rent increases at lease renewal, and occasional move-in coordination issues.

Management and maintenance staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and friendliness, with most work orders addressed within 24 hours. Leasing office experiences vary significantly—many residents report excellent, helpful service during move-in and ongoing interactions, while a smaller number cite communication gaps, dismissive attitudes, or unresponsiveness. Concerns about aggressive rent increases at lease renewal and occasional lapses in office coverage or follow-through appear in negative reviews, though these are outweighed by positive feedback on overall staff quality and service standards.

Maintenance service is consistently responsive and professional, with most work orders completed within 24 hours. Staff are courteous, knowledgeable, and thorough in repairs ranging from appliances to HVAC and plumbing. A small number of residents reported delays or quality concerns, typically during staff absences or move-in periods.

The property benefits from an excellent location with walkable access to shopping, dining, and transit options including a nearby commuter train station and highway access. Residents consistently praise the convenience of nearby stores like grocery and retail options, covered parking, and package delivery services. The location is frequently cited as a primary reason residents choose and remain at the property, offering suburban amenities with urban accessibility.

Residents consistently praise the property's amenities—including gym, pool, movie theater, and courtyards—along with its convenient location near shopping, dining, and transit. Maintenance and grounds upkeep are frequently highlighted as excellent, with responsive service and professional staff. Front office service quality varies; while many report positive experiences, some recent concerns include package handling issues and inconsistent responsiveness. Parking is gated and covered, and common areas are generally well-maintained.

The building is generally well-maintained with responsive maintenance staff and clean common areas. Most residents report positive experiences with upkeep and building condition, though some have noted issues with maintenance responsiveness during staff absences and concerns about security door closure and garage access. Noise from exterior elements and occasional fire alarm issues have been reported by a minority of residents.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Gables University Station is car-dependent and not bikeable.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Gables University Station was good on 188 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 60, moderate). Daily highs averaged 82°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 15°F in February, the coldest.

Air quality

188 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 40

Temperature

82° / 15°

average July high / February low

: 61° high, 54° low

Pollen

None

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January33°F17°F46 (good)20 of 31
February33°F15°F59 (moderate)9 of 28
March49°F30°F50 (good)16 of 31
April58°F39°F49 (good)18 of 30
May69°F50°F53 (moderate)12 of 31
June81°F61°F58 (moderate)6 of 30
July82°F64°F60 (moderate)5 of 31
August82°F65°F53 (moderate)10 of 31
September70°F56°F43 (good)24 of 30
October62°F46°F41 (good)25 of 31
November49°F34°F42 (good)22 of 30
December36°F22°F44 (good)21 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Gables University Station, situated along University Avenue at the junction of Route I-95/Route 128 MBTA/Amtrak station, is a prestigious rental community and commuter's dream conveniently located adjacent to the Amtrak Station. Enjoy an array of lifestyle amenities and conveniences - within walking distance to your Westwood community. At Gables Residential, we live by our mission of \"Taking Care of the Way You Live(R)\", and will always strive to deliver extraordinary quality and exemplary customer service.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Gables University Station is Sterling Education-New England-Boston, a private high school 0.5 miles away. The closest public school is Downey Public School, 1.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Sterling Education-New England-Boston

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.5 mi

Beacon Scholastic Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.5 mi

Barn Yard Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Downey Public School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.3 mi

Westwood Kindercare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

Westwood Knowledge Beginnings

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.8 mi

Xaverian Brothers High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh2.3 mi

Pine Hill Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.4 mi

Clapboardtree Nursery School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool3.2 mi

Westwood Integrated Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool3.4 mi

Contact & management

Gables University Station is managed by Gables Residential. The leasing office's phone number is (781) 394-9571.