Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Boston Common 681 Washington St Unit 5

$3,995 Total Monthly Price

681 Washington St Unit 5

Boston, MA 02116

Today

317-258-0619

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1.5
Square Feet

1,160 sq ft
Available

Available Oct 27

Highlights

Medical Services
Property is near public transit
1 Fireplace
Tennis Courts
Jogging Path
No Cooling

681 Washington St Unit 5

About This Home

$3,995 deposit, Available Oct 27

******Available ASAP****** Sunny penthouse unit at The Hayden Building - The last remaining commercial building by 19th-century architect Henry Hobson Richardson - in the center of downtown Boston,with only FOUR apartments in the entire building. Modern,high-end finishes,high ceilings,hardwood floors and exposed brick - this sprawling 2 bedroom 1.5 bathroom was meticulously developed in 2014 through Boston Landmarks and Historical Division and features an open kitchen featuring skylights,large marble island,custom cabinetry,gas cooking,and stainless steel appliances. This is a top floor,corner unit with amazing natural light overlooking Washington and Lagrange streets - you are a block from the commons,chinatown,downtown crossing and all the city has to offer. Both bedrooms similar in size with excellent storage and closet space. PET FRIENDLY,FLEXIBLE LEASE TERM AND CAN COME PARTIALLY FURNISHED! MLS# 73447649

681 Washington 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

1.5 Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 5th floor

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace 1,160 Sq Ft Home

Laundry

Laundry in unit

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,995 Property Available on 10/24/25 Assessor Parcel Number 1306090 Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal

Location

Property is near public transit

Lot Details

2,295.68 Acre Lot

Utilities

No Cooling

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Pets Allowed

Recreation

Tennis Courts Jogging Path Park

Fees and Policies

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

Dogs Allowed
Fees not specified

Cats Allowed
Fees not specified

Contact

Listed by Brett J. Star | Star Residential,LLC
Phone Number
Source

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Neighborhood

With all due respect to the rest of the Emerald Necklace, Boston Common is arguably the city’s most beautiful and famous green space, and folks who live in the apartments surrounding it enjoy some of the best views in town—and the greatest front yard anyone could hope for. Aside from the park itself, the architecture is gorgeous, with classic historic mid-rises and sleek modern designs side by side.

Emerson College occupies a considerable amount of real estate on Boylston Street, making this area ideal for students, faculty, and staff. Folks who like to go out on the town don’t have to travel far: the community is jam packed with restaurants, coffee shops, bars, night clubs, and performing arts venues, ensuring that there is truly something for every taste.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Emerson College	Walk:	4 min	0.3 mi
Tufts University, Boston	Walk:	4 min	0.3 mi
Suffolk University	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Berklee College of Music	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi

681 Washington St Unit 5 is within 4 minutes or 0.3 mile from Emerson College. It is also near Tufts University, Boston and Suffolk University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Chinatown Station, located 0.0 mile from 681 Washington St Unit 5. 681 Washington St Unit 5 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.5 miles or 10 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Chinatown Station	Walk:	2 min	0.0 mi
New England Medical Center Station	Walk:	2 min	0.1 mi
Boylston Street Station	Walk:	3 min	0.2 mi
Park Street Station	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Downtown Crossing Station	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
South Station	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
Back Bay Station	Drive:	5 min	1.3 mi
North Station	Drive:	5 min	1.5 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	7 min	2.3 mi
Newmarket	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	10 min	4.5 mi

Walker's Paradise

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Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Rider's Paradise

100

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

Very Bikeable

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Out of 100

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 681 Washington St Unit 5.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Faneuil Hall Marketplace	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Marketplace Center	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Copley Place	Drive:	10 min	6.3 mi

681 Washington St Unit 5 has 3 shopping centers within 6.3 miles, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Boston Public Garden	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Boston National Historical Park	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Boston Children's Museum	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi

681 Washington St Unit 5 has 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Boston National Historical Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Tufts Medical Center	Walk:	3 min	0.2 mi
Shriners Hospital for Children - Boston	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi