Condos Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Ashmont

$2,900 Total Monthly Price

20 Mellen St Unit 1

Boston, MA 02124

617-650-9477

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,150 sq ft
Available

Available Sep 1

Highlights

Marina
Medical Services
Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
1 Fireplace
Community Pool
Tennis Courts

20 Mellen St Unit 1

About This Home

$2,900 deposit, Available Sep 1

Welcome to this sun filled stunner in Ashmont Hill. This spacious 1,150 square foot condo,filled with original character,offers a rare opportunity to rent in the heart of Ashmont Hill. Beautiful period details,including original woodwork,stained glass,crown molding,high ceilings,and a gas fireplace,creates a warm and distinctive living space. The classic floor plan features two generous bedrooms,one full bath,and a third bonus bedroom ideal for a home office,reading room,or creative space. Off the kitchen is a cozy covered porch looking out over the tree lined back yard,perfect for morning coffee or evening refreshments. Newly refinished hardwood floors enhance the home's historic charm,while the pantry and in unit laundry add everyday convenience. Located on a quiet,tree lined street,this home is a short distance to the Ashmont Red Line station,and 93,making commuting into downtown Boston simple. Enjoy easy access to neighborhood favorites including Tavolo,Via Cannuccia,American Provisions,and BTone Fitness,along with nearby parks and local shops.Pet friendly for one cat or one small dog under 25 pounds (with landlord approval). On street parking. Rent: $2,900 per month. Available 9/1. MLS ID 73564280

20 Mellen St is a condo located in Suffolk County and the 02124 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Condominium

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 3 Bedrooms

Home Design

Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace 1,150 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Oven Freezer Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $2,900 Property Available on 9/1/26 12 Month Lease Term Rent includes water, sewer

Location

Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools

Outdoor Features

Porch

Utilities

No Cooling Baseboard Heating Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops Coin Laundry

Overview

Near Conservation Area No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Dogs and Cats Allowed

Recreation

Marina Community Pool Tennis Courts Jogging Path Park Bike Trail

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $2,900

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

Water
Sewer

Contact

Listed by Brian MacKinnon | Compass
Phone Number
Source

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Neighborhood

Ashmont is a charming suburban district on the southern end of Boston’s Dorchester area. Several public parks are easily accessible from anywhere in the neighborhood, including the huge Dorchester Park to the south and Roberts Playground on the west side.

Walking to the numerous schools and libraries is a breeze, and the rows of shops, cafes, and pubs along Adams Street and Dorchester Avenue can be quickly reached on foot as well. With Carney Hospital nearby, Ashmont is an excellent location for healthcare professionals.

Downtown Boston is only about twenty minutes away by car, and MBTA Red Line service puts the whole city at your fingertips even without the use of a personal vehicle.

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Amenities

Washer/Dryer
Heating

Fireplace
Disposal

Microwave
Range

Freezer
Porch

Expenses

Utilities Included

Water, Sewer Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
UMass Boston	Drive:	9 min	3.6 mi
Wentworth Inst. of Technology	Drive:	10 min	4.8 mi
MassArt	Drive:	10 min	5.2 mi
Northeastern University	Drive:	12 min	5.6 mi

20 Mellen St Unit 1 is within 9 minutes or 3.6 miles from UMass Boston. It is also near Northeastern University and Wentworth Inst. of Technology.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Ashmont Station, located 0.4 mile from 20 Mellen St Unit 1. 20 Mellen St Unit 1 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 10.0 miles or 17 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Ashmont Station	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Shawmut Station	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Cedar Grove Station	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Fields Corner Station	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Butler Station	Drive:	3 min	1.5 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Talbot Avenue	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Four Corners/Geneva	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Morton Street	Drive:	3 min	1.7 mi
Blue Hill Avenue	Drive:	6 min	2.8 mi
Uphams Corner	Drive:	7 min	2.9 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	17 min	10.0 mi

Getting Around

Very Walkable

Walkability

80 / 100

Good Public Transit

Transit

70 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

50 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 20 Mellen St Unit 1.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
1686-1692 Dorchester Ave	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
480-482 Washington St	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
775-791 Adams St	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi

20 Mellen St Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Franklin Park Zoo	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Lower Neponset River Trail	Drive:	5 min	2.2 mi
Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Dorchester Shores Reservation	Drive:	8 min	3.2 mi
Squantum Point Park	Drive:	9 min	3.9 mi

20 Mellen St Unit 1 has 5 parks within 3.9 miles, including Franklin Park Zoo, Lower Neponset River Trail, and Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center and Wildlife Sanctuary.