Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston South End Boston

$3,100 Total Monthly Price

263 Shawmut Ave Unit 2

Boston, MA 02118

617-803-5683

Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

550 sq ft
Available

Available Sep 1

Highlights

Medical Services
Property is near public transit and schools
1 Fireplace
Tennis Courts
No Cooling
Park

263 Shawmut Ave Unit 2

About This Home

$3,100 deposit, Available Sep 1

OPEN HOUSE FRIDAY 8/7 3:30-5pm. Available 9/1! Live in the heart of the vibrant South End in this bright 1-bedroom,1-bathroom gem. Nestled among iconic brownstones,you’re just moments from the neighborhood’s renowned dining scene,chic boutiques,and lush public parks. The home offers charming living with heat and hot water included,plus the added convenience of free common laundry. Embrace the historic charm and energetic atmosphere of one of Boston’s most sought-after locales. It’s the perfect retreat for city enthusiasts. MLS ID 73557154

263 Shawmut Ave is an apartment community 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

Year Built

Built in 1900

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 1 Bedroom

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace 550 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Dishwasher

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,100 Property Available on 9/1/26 12 Month Lease Term Assessor Parcel Number 3389424 Rent includes heat, hot water, laundry facilities

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

550 Sq Ft Lot

Utilities

No Cooling Baseboard Heating

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops Coin Laundry

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Pets Allowed

Recreation

Tennis Courts Park

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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $3,100

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

Heat

Contact

Listed by Eric Tam | Compass
Phone Number
Source

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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.

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Amenities

Heating

Fireplace

Range

Expenses

Utilities Included

Heat Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Tufts University, Boston	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Emerson College	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Berklee College of Music	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Northeastern University	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi

263 Shawmut Ave Unit 2 is within 13 minutes or 0.7 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 0.6 mile from 263 Shawmut Ave Unit 2. 263 Shawmut Ave Unit 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.0 miles or 11 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
New England Medical Center Station	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Arlington Station	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Prudential Station	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi
Broadway Station	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Copley Station	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Back Bay	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Boston	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Newmarket	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Ruggles	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
South Station	Drive:	8 min	3.1 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	11 min	5.0 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

100 / 100

Somewhat Drivable

Drivability

30 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

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66 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Active

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 263 Shawmut Ave Unit 2.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
1102-1130 Washington St	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
13-17 Winchester St	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Copley Place	Drive:	10 min	5.8 mi

263 Shawmut Ave Unit 2 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:	17 min	0.9 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi
Boston National Historical Park	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi
Boston Children's Museum	Drive:	6 min	1.8 mi

263 Shawmut Ave Unit 2 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
Tufts Medical Center	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Center	Walk:	12 min	0.7 mi
Boston Medical Center	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi