$5,500 Total Monthly Price

242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B

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Boston, MA 02118

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    2.5

  • Square Feet

    1,396 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Property is near public transit
  • Tennis Courts
  • Cooling Available
  • Park
  • Shops
242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B
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About This Home

$5,500 deposit, Available Now

:: AVAILABLE NOW :: Beautiful two bedroom,two and a half bathroom South End duplex with private entrance. Features include an open living,dining and kitchen with four large west facing windows,high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. The modern white kitchen has stainless steel appliances including a Viking gas range,dishwasher,double door refrigerator and stone countertops. Plantation shutters on windows,beautiful light fixtures and a half bath complete the main living level. Downstairs enjoy two good sized bedrooms and a large bonus area with built-in shelving and two skylights perfect for lounging or working from home. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet,and an ensuite bathroom with glass shower and a fabulous wallpapered accent wall. Additional features include in-unit laundry,and central air conditioning. Perched on Peters Park,in the heart of the desirable South End,enjoy living next door to Coppa,Franklin Cafe,Formaggio,Parkside Books and Polka Dog Bakery. MLS# 73448240

242 Shawmut Ave is a condo located in Suffolk County and the 02118 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

2.5 Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

1,396 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $5,500 Assessor Parcel Number 4891209 Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection

Location

Property is near public transit Property is near schools

Lot Details

22.96 Acre Lot

Utilities

Cooling Available Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops

Overview

Property has a Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Recreation

Tennis Courts Park

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Pet policies are negotiable.

Contact

  • Listed by Christa Cardwell | Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
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Amenities
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
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 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B is within 15 minutes or 0.8 mile from Tufts University, Boston. It is also near Emerson College and Berklee College of Music.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include New England Medical Center Station, located 0.7 mile from 242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B. 242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.2 miles or 12 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Drive: 12 min 5.2 mi
Walker's Paradise
99
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Rider's Paradise
94
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Very Bikeable
84
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
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Drive: 10 min 5.7 mi
Drive: 10 min 5.8 mi
242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B has 3 shopping centers within 5.8 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
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Boston National Historical Park
Drive: 6 min 1.7 mi
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Boston Children's Museum
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Boston National Historical Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B has 3 hospitals within 1.5 miles, the nearest is Tufts Medical Center which is 0.7 mile away and a 13 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 30 min 16.5 mi
242 Shawmut Ave Unit 1B is 16.5 miles and a 30 minute drive from Hanscom Air Force Base.

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