Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Back Bay

$2,750 Total Monthly Price

296 Beacon St Unit 3

Boston, MA 02116

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978-726-2545

Bedrooms

Studio
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

400 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlight

No Cooling

296 Beacon St Unit 3

About This Home

$2,750 deposit, Available Now

296 Beacon is the ground up re-construction of the iconic residence of Oliver Wendell Holmes! Beautiful studio for rent!*Elegantly designed with high end finishes throughout the entire building*Elevator access to all floors*Hardwood floors throughout,stainless steel appliances,calcutta bathrooms with heated bathroom floors*Laundry in building *Central heat and A/C* On site parking potentially available with heated driveway*Steps away from Charles River NO UNDERGRADS MLS# 73480836

296 Beacon St is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02116 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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

400 Sq Ft Home

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $2,750 Property Available on 3/1/26 Assessor Parcel Number 3350509 Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection

Lot Details

9,999 Sq Ft Lot

Utilities

No Cooling

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

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
    
    $2,750

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.

Contact

Listed by Chris Mourtzinis | A.F. Doyle Company,Inc.
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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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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Berklee College of Music	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute	Walk:	18 min	1.0 mi
MIT	Walk:	20 min	1.1 mi
Emerson College	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi

296 Beacon St Unit 3 is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Lesley Univ., Art Institute and MIT.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Copley Station, located 0.4 mile from 296 Beacon St Unit 3. 296 Beacon St Unit 3 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.5 miles or 13 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Copley Station	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Hynes Convention Center Station	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Prudential Station	Walk:	12 min	0.6 mi
Arlington Station	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Kendall Station	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Back Bay Station	Drive:	6 min	1.3 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
South Station	Drive:	6 min	2.0 mi
North Station	Drive:	7 min	2.4 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	7 min	3.8 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	13 min	5.5 mi

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Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.

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This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 296 Beacon St Unit 3.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Residences at University Park	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Prudential Center	Drive:	8 min	4.8 mi
Copley Place	Drive:	8 min	5.0 mi

296 Beacon St Unit 3 has 3 shopping centers within 5.0 miles, which is about a 8-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Charles River Reservation	Walk:	20 min	1.0 mi
Boston Public Garden	Drive:	5 min	1.5 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site	Drive:	6 min	1.9 mi
Museum of Science	Drive:	8 min	2.2 mi
Boston National Historical Park	Drive:	8 min	2.4 mi

296 Beacon St Unit 3 has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Charles River Reservation, and Boston African American National Historic Site.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Shriners Hospital for Children - Boston	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi

296 Beacon St Unit 3 has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary which is 1.6 miles away and a 5 minute drive.