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221 Newbury St

221 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Hardwood Floors

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 487 SF Not Available

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Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1899

About 221 Newbury St

221 NEWBURY ST UNIT #3R: 1-Bed, 3rd floor rear, Hardwood Floors, 500 square feet. Available JULY 1ST 219 NEWBURY ST #4Front: Top flor 1-Bed, sunny, exposed brick, Hardwood Floors. 475 square feet Avail SEPT 1ST

221 Newbury 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.

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Hardwood Floors

Ceiling Fans

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Hardwood Floors
Location
221 Newbury 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 $3,380 $2,885
1 Bedroom $3,780 $3,478
2 Bedrooms $5,429 $4,376
3 Bedrooms $7,106 $5,776

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 3270 Sq Ft $1,600 $2,613 $15,000
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 2756-2758 Sq Ft $1,950 $3,380 $9,208
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 2090-2091 Sq Ft $2,495 $4,763 $28,000
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2040-2042 Sq Ft $1,477 $5,721 $18,500
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2228 Sq Ft $1,060 $9,003 $35,000
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Hardwood Floors
Office Hours
Monday 12am - 12am
Tuesday 12am - 12am
Wednesday 12am - 12am
Thursday 12am - 12am
Friday 12am - 12am
Saturday 12am - 12am
Sunday 12am - 12am
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Berklee College of Music
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Northeastern University
Drive: 4 min 1.1 mi
Emerson College
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
221 Newbury St is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Emerson College and Lesley Univ., Art Institute.
Schools
Mel H King Elementary
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
80 Students
Attendance Zone
Blackstone Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
572 Students
Attendance Zone
Quincy Upper School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
575 Students
Attendance Zone
Carter School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
50 Students
Attendance Zone
Snowden Int'L High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
435 Students
Attendance Zone
Kingsley Montessori School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
297 Students
Nearby
The Newman School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
212 Students
Nearby
Cathedral High School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
292 Students
Nearby
School data provided by 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 Copley Station, located 0.2 mile from 221 Newbury St. 221 Newbury St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.3 miles or 12 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Copley Station
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Hynes Convention Center Station
Walk: 6 min 0.4 mi
Prudential Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Arlington Station
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Symphony Station
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Back Bay Station
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
South Station
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
North Station
Drive: 7 min 2.2 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 6 min 3.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 12 min 5.3 mi

Walkability Near 221 Newbury St

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50 / 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™
65 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 221 Newbury St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Residences at University Park
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Prudential Center
Drive: 7 min 4.6 mi
Copley Place
Drive: 8 min 4.7 mi
221 Newbury St has 3 shopping centers within 4.7 miles, which is about a 8-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Boston Public Garden
 Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
 Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Museum of Science
 Drive: 7 min 2.0 mi
Roxbury Heritage State Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
221 Newbury St has 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Charles River Reservation, and Boston African American National Historic Site.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Tufts Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Center
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
221 Newbury St has 3 hospitals within 1.7 miles, the nearest is Tufts Medical Center which is 1.4 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 28 min 15.4 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 29 min 17.5 mi
221 Newbury St is 15.4 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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Does 221 Newbury St have in-unit laundry?

221 Newbury St has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at 221 Newbury St?

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

Is parking available at 221 Newbury St?

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Is 221 Newbury St pet-friendly?

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

How much income do I need to rent at 221 Newbury St?

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 $2,400 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $96,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

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