Massachusetts Suffolk County Boston Hyde Square

$2,650 Total Monthly Price

8 Chestnut Ave Unit 1

Boston, MA 02130

508-404-7936

Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

526 sq ft
Available

Available Sep 1

Highlights

Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
Jogging Path
Porch
Park
Shops
Forced Air Heating System

8 Chestnut Ave Unit 1

About This Home

$2,650 deposit, Available Sep 1

Beautifully renovated 1-bedroom apartment in the heart of Jamaica Plain offering the perfect combination of modern updates and classic character. This sun-filled home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout,soaring high ceilings,central air conditioning,efficient gas heat,and the convenience of in-unit laundry. The updated kitchen includes a dishwasher,ample cabinet space,and modern finishes,making it ideal for everyday living. Additional amenities include shared off-street parking and dedicated bicycle storage. Perfectly situated just a short walk to the Jackson Square Orange Line station,this home provides an easy commute to downtown Boston,Longwood Medical Area,and nearby universities. Enjoy everything Jamaica Plain has to offer,including local restaurants,cafés,shops,parks,and the Southwest Corridor Park,all just minutes away. Tenant responsible for heat,electric and hot water. Strong credit,verifiable income,and references required. Can be leased furnished. MLS ID 73551445

8 Chestnut Ave is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02130 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 1935

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 1 Bedroom

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

526 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Microwave Dishwasher

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $2,650 Property Available on 9/1/26 12 Month Lease Term Rent includes water, sewer, snow removal, furnishings (see remarks), parking

Location

Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools

Outdoor Features

Porch

Parking

1 Open Parking Space 1 Car Parking Space

Utilities

Cooling Available Forced Air Heating System Heating System Uses Natural Gas Individual Controls for Heating

Community Details

Amenities

Shops

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

Jogging Path Park Bike Trail

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
    
    $2,650

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

Water
Sewer

Contact

Listed by James Faletra | Conway - West Roxbury
Phone Number
Source

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Neighborhood

Located about six miles from Downtown Crossing and the Waterfront districts, Hyde Square is a diverse neighborhood with easy access to excellent amenities. Featuring everything from traditional Victorian houses to classic triple-decker apartments, this urban neighborhood features affordable and upscale rentals in a variety of architectural styles. Hyde Square is known for being home to the Jamaica Plain Veterans Affairs Medical Center, several parks, and an incredible dining scene. Hyde Square is also convenient to Olmsted Park and Pinebank Promontory, both great for fishing and hiking. Along Centre Street, residents enjoy authentic meals in eateries serving up global cuisines from Ethiopian to Italian. Great for urbanites, professionals, nightlife lovers, and foodies, Hyde Square is only a 15-minute drive to Downtown Crossing.

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Amenities

Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning

Heating
Microwave

Range
Basement

Porch

Expenses

Utilities Included

Water, Sewer Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Wentworth Inst. of Technology	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
MassArt	Drive:	3 min	1.8 mi
MCPHS University, Boston	Drive:	3 min	1.9 mi
Simmons College	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi

8 Chestnut Ave Unit 1 is within 3 minutes or 1.4 miles from Wentworth Inst. of Technology. It is also near MCPHS University, Boston and MassArt.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Jackson Square Station, located 0.1 mile from 8 Chestnut Ave Unit 1. 8 Chestnut Ave Unit 1 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 7.2 miles or 14 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Jackson Square Station	Walk:	2 min	0.1 mi
Stony Brook Station	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Roxbury Crossing Station	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Heath Street Station	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Back Of The Hill Station	Walk:	16 min	0.8 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Ruggles	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Four Corners/Geneva	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi
Forest Hills	Drive:	4 min	2.3 mi
Uphams Corner	Drive:	5 min	2.6 mi
Lansdowne	Drive:	11 min	5.7 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	14 min	7.2 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

90 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

100 / 100

Somewhat Drivable

Drivability

20 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 8 Chestnut Ave Unit 1.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
315 Centre St	Walk:	2 min	0.1 mi
387-391 Centre St	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
78-82 Boylston St	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi

8 Chestnut Ave Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Roxbury Heritage State Park	Drive:	2 min	1.3 mi
Franklin Park Zoo	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site	Drive:	5 min	1.9 mi
Lower Neponset River Trail	Drive:	4 min	2.0 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi