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2 Joy Street

2 Joy St, Boston, MA 02108

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,850

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  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    349 - 458 sq ft

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Discover your new home at 2 Joy St. You'll find this community in the Beacon Hill area of Boston. The leasing team is available to help you find your ideal place. Drop by the leasing office to learn more about our community and find your new home at 2 Joy St.

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Rent Specials are Available on Select Units

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location

Pricing & Floor Plans

Studio
Starting at $2,850 Plus Fees 1 Bed 1 Bath 349 – 458 Sq Ft $5,800 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2
    price $2,850
    Unit Special
    square feet 371
    availibility Sep 1
  • Unit 5
    price $2,850
    Unit Special
    square feet 349
    availibility Sep 1
Studio
Starting at $2,850 Plus Fees 1 Bed 1 Bath 349 – 458 Sq Ft $5,800 Deposit
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 2
    price $2,850
    Unit Special
    square feet 371
    availibility Sep 1
  • Unit 5
    price $2,850
    Unit Special
    square feet 349
    availibility Sep 1
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1899
  • 13 units/5 stories

About 2 Joy Street

Discover your new home at 2 Joy St. You'll find this community in the Beacon Hill area of Boston. The leasing team is available to help you find your ideal place. Drop by the leasing office to learn more about our community and find your new home at 2 Joy St.

2 Joy Street is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02108 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

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  • Thursday, 8:30am - 7pm
  • Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
  • Saturday, 10am - 5pm
  • Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Apartment Features

  • Washer/Dryer
Location
2 Joy St, Boston,
MA 02108
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Neighborhood

Beacon Hill is one of Boston's oldest neighborhoods, where Federal-style row houses and gas-lit cobblestone streets create an atmosphere that feels both timeless and genuinely alive. The Massachusetts State House, with its gleaming golden dome, anchors the hilltop and stands as a daily reminder that this neighborhood has been at the center of American life since the country's earliest days.

The housing stock leans heavily toward classic brick townhomes, Federal and Greek Revival row houses, and converted brownstones thoughtfully updated into apartment homes. Renters can choose from cozy studio and one-bedroom units tucked into historic buildings to more spacious layouts with original architectural details like wide-plank floors and working fireplaces. The south slope tends to feel quieter and more residential, while the north slope carries a slightly more laid-back character.

Learn more about living in Beacon Hill 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Beacon Hill Boston, MA
Studio $1,983 $2,972
1 Bedroom $2,296 $3,617
2 Bedrooms $3,184 $4,562
3 Bedrooms $3,853 $5,891
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Washer/Dryer
Office Hours
Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Suffolk University
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Emerson College
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Tufts University, Boston
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Bunker Hill Community College
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
2 Joy Street is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from Suffolk University. It is also near Emerson College and Tufts University, Boston.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Dante Alighieri
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
100 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10
Josiah Quincy Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
719 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10
Quincy Upper School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
575 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10
Clarence R Edwards Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
306 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10
Snowden Int'L High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
435 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10
Torit Language Center Montessori
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
35 Students
Nearby
Advent School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
194 Students
Nearby
St John School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
224 Students
Nearby
Commonwealth School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
148 Students
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Park Street Station, located 0.3 mile from 2 Joy Street. 2 Joy Street is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 3.7 miles or 9 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Park Street Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Bowdoin Station
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Downtown Crossing Station
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Boylston Street Station
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Government Center Station
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Boston
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
North Station
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Back Bay
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Boston
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
South Station
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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Traffic

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 2 Joy Street.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
58-60 Charles St
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
13-17 Winchester St
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
2 Joy Street has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Boston African American National Historic Site
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Boston Public Garden
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Boston National Historical Park
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Museum of Science
Drive: 6 min 1.4 mi
2 Joy Street has 5 parks within 1.4 miles, including Boston African American National Historic Site, Boston Public Garden, and Boston National Historical Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Shriners Children's Boston
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
2 Joy Street has 3 hospitals within 0.6 mile, the nearest is Shriners Children's Boston which is 0.5 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 31 min 16.2 mi
Fort Pickering
Drive: 33 min 17.7 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 33 min 19.0 mi
2 Joy Street has 3 military bases within 19.0 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 16.2 miles away and a 31 minute drive.
 
 

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  • Renovated Kitchen

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 2 Joy Street have in-unit laundry?

2 Joy Street has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at 2 Joy Street?

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

Is parking available at 2 Joy Street?

Contact this property for parking details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

2 Joy Street has one-bedroom apartments renting for $2,850/mo.

Is 2 Joy Street pet-friendly?

2 Joy Street does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at 2 Joy Street?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,850 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $114,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does 2 Joy Street have move-in specials?

2 Joy Street is offering 1 Month Free on select units, with rental rates starting at $2,850.

Does 2 Joy Street offer Matterport 3D tours?

While 2 Joy Street does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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