$2,700 - $2,800
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
242 Beacon St
Boston, MA 02116
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535 - 685 sq ft
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Available Mar 15
Highlights
- Pets Allowed
- Hardwood Floors
- Smoke Free
- Security System
242 Beacon St
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2 Available Units
1
$2,700
Total Monthly Price
1 bed,
1 bath,
685 sq ft
12 Month Lease, $2,700 deposit,
Mar 15
2
$2,800
Total Monthly Price
1 bed,
1 bath,
535 sq ft
12 Month Lease, $2,800 deposit,
Mar 15
* 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.
Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
About 242 Beacon St Boston, MA 02116
12 Month Lease,
$2,700 deposit,
Available Mar 15
Prime location waterside Beacon St renovated one-bed condo. This professionally managed building is a historic Back Bay mansion that features an elegant New York Style lobby. Ideally located in the heart of Back Bay, this unit is only steps from the Charles River, Boston Commons, Copley Square, Newbury St, The Prudential Center, and all of Back Bay’s best restaurants. Enter the unit into an open layout with a renovated kitchen with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, well-maintained 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 can comfortably fit a queen-size bed and gets nice light from a picture window. This unit features hardwood floors throughout, Central Air, and ample storage throughout. Common laundry is conveniently located right outside the unit door.
**** FURNISHED or UNFURNISHED UNIT **** $1000 OFF 1ST MONTH *** A most charming and gracious front-facing, sunny side 1 BR/1 BA, 685 SF home w elevator. Located in a former Beacon St Mansion once owned by Godfrey Lowell Cabot, the oversized front facing living room has a radiant bay window, refinished rich oak hardwood flrs w walnut stain, crisp white English country style built-in bookshelves & cabinets. The cozy bedroom is tucked away off the living room yet gets great light for an interior space. A curved doorway graces the hallway, leading to a large updated bathroom w tumbled stone tile, charming wall sconces, & a stylish, designer pedestal sink. A large walk-in closet has been converted w shelving & is currently used as an office off the fully applcd spacious kitchen. Central A/C. The Charles River is your backyard and The Back Bay your front. Truly a Home Sweet Home!
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.
* 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.
Condo Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Refrigerator
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
- Office
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.
- Dogs Allowed
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- Cats Allowed
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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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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
242 Beacon St is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Emerson College and MIT.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 2-12
80 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-6
100 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
50 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
575 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
435 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
297 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-6
118 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
292 Students
Nearby
Private High School
Grades 9-12
148 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Boston include Copley Station, located 0.3 mile from 242 Beacon St. 242 Beacon St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.1 miles or 12 minutes away.
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.0 mi |
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 12 min | 5.1 mi |
Time and distance from 242 Beacon St.
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| Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi |
242 Beacon St 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.
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Boston Public Garden
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Charles River Reservation
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Boston African American National Historic Site
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Museum of Science
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Drive: | 7 min | 1.8 mi |
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Boston National Historical Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.1 mi |
242 Beacon St has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Charles River Reservation.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
242 Beacon St 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 | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 30 min | 15.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 30 min | 16.6 mi |
242 Beacon St is 15.5 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Amenities
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
- Office
- Laundry Facilities
- Storage Space
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242 Beacon St
Boston, MA 02116