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$2,550 Total Monthly Price

242 Beacon St Unit 2

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Boston, MA 02116

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Beds Baths Average SF
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 535 SF

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

About This Property

Fully Furnished waterside Beacon St renovated one-bed condo. This professionally managed building is a historic Back Bay. Ideally located in the heart of Back Bay. Steps from the Charles River, Boston Commons, Copley Square, Newbury St, and all of Back Bay’s best restaurants. The open layout features hardwood floors throughout, a large renovated kitchen with granite counter-tops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a granite breakfast bar with storage underneath. The generously sized living room has a dedicated dining area that could also be used as a second bedroom or office space. The bedroom comfortably fits a queen-size bed, the unit has central air and ample storage as well. Common laundry is conveniently located right outside the unit door.

242 Beacon St is a condo located in Suffolk County and the 02116 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Condo Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Microwave

Refrigerator

  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Walking/Biking Trails
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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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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 3318 Sq Ft $1,940 $2,723 $10,000
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 2595-2596 Sq Ft $2,130 $3,352 $17,270
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 2098-2099 Sq Ft $2,400 $4,797 $20,486
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2111-2113 Sq Ft $3,450 $7,496 $210,900
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 3382 Sq Ft $860 $13,946 $100,000
Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Walking/Biking Trails
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Berklee College of Music
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
MIT
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Emerson College
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Tufts University, Boston
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
242 Beacon St Unit 2 is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Emerson College and MIT.
Schools
Dante Alighieri
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-6
108 Students
Nearby
Quincy Upper School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
530 Students
Nearby
Snowden Int'L High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
463 Students
Nearby
Kingsley Montessori School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
349 Students
Nearby
Learning Project Elementary School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-6
116 Students
Nearby
Cathedral High School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
292 Students
Nearby
Commonwealth School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
150 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Copley Station, located 0.3 mile from 242 Beacon St Unit 2. 242 Beacon St Unit 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.1 miles or 12 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Copley Station
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Arlington Station
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Prudential Station
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Hynes Convention Center Station
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Charles/Mgh Station
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Back Bay Station
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
South Station
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
North Station
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 8 min 4.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 12 min 5.1 mi

Walkability Near 242 Beacon St Boston, MA 02116

Walker's Paradise
93
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
95
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Very Bikeable
85
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 242 Beacon St Unit 2.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
The Hub
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Prudential Center
Drive: 9 min 5.0 mi
Copley Place
Drive: 10 min 5.2 mi
242 Beacon St Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 5.2 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
 Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
 Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Museum of Science
 Drive: 7 min 1.8 mi
Boston National Historical Park
 Drive: 7 min 2.1 mi
242 Beacon St Unit 2 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
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Shriners Hospital for Children - Boston
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
242 Beacon St Unit 2 has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary which is 1.2 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 30 min 15.5 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 30 min 16.6 mi
242 Beacon St Unit 2 is 15.5 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.

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