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278-280 Shawmut Ave

278-280 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location

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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.

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    Parking Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 1899
  • 6 units/4 stories

About 278-280 Shawmut Ave Boston, MA 02118

Experience Boston living at 278-280 Shawmut Ave. This apartment community is located in Boston on Shawmut Ave. Be sure to see the current floorplan options. From pricing to features, the community staff is ready and waiting to help you find your perfect floorplan option. Drop by to find out the current pricing.

278-280 Shawmut Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02118 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Location
278-280 Shawmut Ave, Boston,
MA 02118
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
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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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

South End Boston Boston, MA
Studio $3,415 $2,951
1 Bedroom $3,657 $3,586
2 Bedrooms $4,482 $4,478
3 Bedrooms $4,966 $5,883

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 907-909 Sq Ft $1,737 $3,046 $10,507
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 1306-1308 Sq Ft $2,100 $3,713 $12,303
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1967-1973 Sq Ft $1,954 $4,465 $14,511
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 3071-3073 Sq Ft $1,350 $5,203 $15,500
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 4012 Sq Ft $1,584 $6,132 $19,000
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
278-280 Shawmut Ave is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from Tufts University, Boston. It is also near Emerson College and Berklee College of Music.
Schools
Mel H King Elementary
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
80 Students
Attendance Zone
Blackstone Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
572 Students
Attendance Zone
Carter School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
50 Students
Attendance Zone
Quincy Upper School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
575 Students
Attendance Zone
Snowden Int'L High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
435 Students
Attendance Zone
Cathedral Grammar School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
142 Students
Nearby
Cathedral High School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
292 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include New England Medical Center Station, located 0.6 mile from 278-280 Shawmut Ave. 278-280 Shawmut Ave 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: 14 min 0.7 mi
Prudential Station
Walk: 16 min 0.9 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 Station
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
South Station
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Newmarket
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
North Station
Drive: 7 min 2.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 11 min 5.0 mi

Walkability Near 278-280 Shawmut Ave Boston, MA 02118

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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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 278-280 Shawmut Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Prudential Center
Drive: 10 min 5.7 mi
Copley Place
Drive: 10 min 5.8 mi
278-280 Shawmut Ave 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: 6 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
278-280 Shawmut Ave 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 0.6 mi
Boston Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
278-280 Shawmut Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is Tufts Medical Center which is 0.6 mile away and a 11 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 30 min 16.5 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 31 min 18.6 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 36 min 21.2 mi
278-280 Shawmut Ave has 3 military bases within 21.2 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 16.5 miles away and a 30 minute drive.
 
 
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Does 278-280 Shawmut Ave have in-unit laundry?

278-280 Shawmut Ave does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 278-280 Shawmut Ave?

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

Is parking available at 278-280 Shawmut Ave?

Parking is available at 278-280 Shawmut Ave. Contact this property for details.

Is 278-280 Shawmut Ave pet-friendly?

278-280 Shawmut Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does 278-280 Shawmut Ave have move-in specials?

278-280 Shawmut Ave is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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