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140 Beacon St

140 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116

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  • Built in 1931
  • 8 units/7 stories

About 140 Beacon St Boston, MA 02116

Experience Boston living at 140 Beacon St. This community is located in the Back Bay area of Boston. Let the leasing team show you everything this community has to offer. Contact us today to schedule a tour and find your new place at 140 Beacon St.

140 Beacon St is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02116 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Location
140 Beacon St, Boston,
MA 02116
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Neighborhood

Known as one of Boston’s trendiest areas for shopping and dining, Back Bay is a mix of students, professionals, affluent families, and retirees, all come to enjoy the neighborhood’s lively atmosphere. Anchored by the Prudential Center (whose Skywalk Observatory is one of the best vantage points in the city), this area is home to some of Boston’s most recognizable landmarks, including the Boston Public Library, Hancock Tower, and the Back Bay Architectural District.

Considering moving to Back Bay? Students, young professionals, and families thrive in all the neighborhood’s opportunities. The local academic community includes the prestigious Berklee College of Music, the Boston Conservatory, and the Boston Architectural College. Renters love that Back Bay’s location along the Charles River allows for a considerable amount of waterfront property. Others enjoy the Charles River Esplanade, a popular greenspace for walkers, runners, and cyclists.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Back Bay Boston, MA
Studio $3,369 $2,883
1 Bedroom $3,763 $3,461
2 Bedrooms $5,397 $4,344
3 Bedrooms $7,090 $5,773

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 3377 Sq Ft $1,600 $2,637 $15,000
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 2769-2771 Sq Ft $2,100 $3,522 $17,992
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 2125-2127 Sq Ft $2,495 $4,813 $28,000
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2191-2193 Sq Ft $3,450 $5,893 $19,585
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2535 Sq Ft $1,130 $8,676 $35,000
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Emerson College
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Berklee College of Music
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Tufts University, Boston
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Suffolk University
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
140 Beacon St is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from Emerson College. It is also near Suffolk University and Berklee College of Music.
Schools
Mel H King Elementary
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Dante Alighieri
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Quincy Upper School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Attendance Zone
Carter School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Attendance Zone
Snowden Int'L High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Advent School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Learning Project Elementary School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Cathedral High School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
Commonwealth School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Arlington Station, located 0.4 mile from 140 Beacon St. 140 Beacon St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.9 miles or 11 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Arlington Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Copley Station
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Boylston Street Station
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Chinatown Station
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Charles/Mgh Station
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Back Bay Station
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
South Station
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
North Station
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 8 min 4.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 11 min 4.9 mi

Walkability Near 140 Beacon St Boston, MA 02116

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
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Soundscore™
64 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 140 Beacon St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Prudential Center
Drive: 9 min 5.3 mi
Copley Place
Drive: 10 min 5.5 mi
140 Beacon St has 3 shopping centers within 5.5 miles, which is about a 10-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Boston Public Garden
 Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
 Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Museum of Science
 Drive: 6 min 1.6 mi
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
 Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Boston National Historical Park
 Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
140 Beacon St has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Boston National Historical Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Shriners Hospital for Children - Boston
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
140 Beacon St has 3 hospitals within 1.2 miles, the nearest is Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary which is 0.7 mile away and a 14 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 30 min 16.2 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 30 min 16.8 mi
140 Beacon St is 16.2 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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Does 140 Beacon St have in-unit laundry?

140 Beacon St does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 140 Beacon St?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

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Is 140 Beacon St pet-friendly?

140 Beacon St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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