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226 W Canton St

226 W Canton St, Boston, MA 02116

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  • Built in 1899
  • 4 units/4 stories

About 226 W Canton St Boston, MA 02116

At 226 W Canton St in Boston, experience fine living. The 226 W. Canton St. location in Boston's 02116 Zip code has so much to offer its residents. Be sure to see the current floorplan options. At this community, you'll experience a wide variety in options of amenities and features. Some of these include: high-speed internet access and smoke free options. Make your move to 226 W Canton St. Contact or drop by to talk about leasing your next apartment.

226 W Canton 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.

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Apartment Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
Location
226 W Canton St, Boston,
MA 02116
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Neighborhood

There's much to love about Boston's South End -- the elegant brownstones along Tremont Street, the fantastic shops and restaurants of Columbus Avenue, and the sophisticated yet collegiate feel of Harrison Avenue combine to create a tapestry of a neighborhood that offers something to everyone. This walkable, tree-filled neighborhood offers several parks, the Boston University School of Medicine, some of the best restaurants in the city, and easy access to Northeastern University.

By renting an apartment in South End Boston, you'll enjoy walking along brick-paved sidewalks past historic buildings housing everything from trendy boutiques to art galleries to the city's hottest cafes. You'll spend afternoons shopping at Copley Square and taking in sprawling greenery at Southwest Corridor Park, Blackstone Square, and beautiful Franklin Square. South End is popular with artists, and you'll discover a variety of terrific galleries to explore, especially along Harrison Avenue.

Learn more about living in South End Boston 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

South End Boston Boston, MA
Studio $3,337 $2,879
1 Bedroom $3,516 $3,466
2 Bedrooms $4,360 $4,374
3 Bedrooms $4,921 $5,767

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 1124-1127 Sq Ft $868 $2,848 $15,000
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 1689-1691 Sq Ft $1,900 $3,513 $11,846
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 2698-2701 Sq Ft $2,300 $4,404 $15,929
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 4363-4365 Sq Ft $1,450 $5,161 $16,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 5156 Sq Ft $1,712 $6,534 $19,000
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Berklee College of Music
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Northeastern University
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Emerson College
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Tufts University, Boston
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
226 W Canton St is within 10 minutes or 0.5 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Northeastern University and Emerson College.
Schools
Blackstone Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Mel H King Elementary
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Attendance Zone
Carter School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Attendance Zone
Quincy Upper School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Attendance Zone
Snowden Int'L High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Kingsley Montessori School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-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 Prudential Station, located 0.3 mile from 226 W Canton St. 226 W Canton St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.3 miles or 11 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Prudential Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Copley Station
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Massachusetts Ave Station (Orange Line)
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Symphony Station
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Hynes Convention Center Station
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Back Bay Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
South Station
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Newmarket
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 7 min 4.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 11 min 5.3 mi

Walkability Near 226 W Canton St Boston, MA 02116

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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Soundscore™
65 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 226 W Canton St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Prudential Center
Drive: 9 min 5.2 mi
Copley Place
Drive: 9 min 5.4 mi
226 W Canton St has 3 shopping centers within 5.4 miles, which is about a 9-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: 3 min 1.1 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
 Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Boston National Historical Park
 Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Roxbury Heritage State Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
226 W Canton St has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Charles River Reservation.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Tufts Medical Center
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Center
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Boston Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
226 W Canton St has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is Tufts Medical Center which is 0.9 mile away and a 17 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 30 min 16.1 mi
226 W Canton St is 16.1 miles and a 30 minute drive from Hanscom Air Force Base.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 226 W Canton St have in-unit laundry?

While 226 W Canton St does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at 226 W Canton St?

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

Is parking available at 226 W Canton St?

Parking is available at 226 W Canton St. Contact this property for details.

Is 226 W Canton St pet-friendly?

226 W Canton St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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