Located at 744 Columbus Ave in Boston's dynamic South End/Roxbury neighborhood, this thoughtfully designed amenity space spans a single expansive floor, offering a rich variety of functional and social environments. The main living area commands attention with soaring ceilings, skylights that flood the space with natural light, and an energetic mix of bold furnishings — including a vibrant yellow sectional sofa, a tufted blue curved banquette, and an organic-shaped sculptural wood coffee table — all set atop patterned area rugs over light hardwood-style tile flooring. A striking large-scale mural celebrating local Boston culture anchors an open entry corridor with clean white walls and warm wood-paneled accents. A cozy media lounge features a richly paneled wood wall, a sculptural red sofa, a large flat-screen TV mounted on a textured tile accent wall, and a diagonal diamond-pattern built-in shelving unit. The business center showcases a bold geometric-tiled feature wall and a row of desktop workstations beneath pendant lighting. A game room with deep blue walls houses a full-size billiards table and glass-partitioned spaces. Private meeting rooms with colorful carpeting and locally themed artwork provide dedicated collaborative spaces, completing this dynamic, community-centered amenity floor.
Lightview
744 Columbus Ave,
Boston,
MA
02120
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Monthly Rent
$1,954 - $2,629
Plus Fees12 Month Lease
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Bedrooms
2 - 4 bd
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Bathrooms
2 - 4 ba
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Square Feet
786 - 1,501 sq ft
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Premier Transit Location
- By-The-Bed Leasing
- Furnished Units Available
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Walk To Campus
- Loft Layout
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- High Ceilings
Pricing & Floor Plans
Fees and Policies
Details
Utilities Included
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Gas
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Water
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Electricity
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Heat
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
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Cable
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Air Conditioning
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Internet
Lease Options
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12 mo
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 2019
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214 units/21 stories
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LEED Certified
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Furnished Units Available
Specialty Housing Details
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This property is intended and operated for occupancy by students, faculty and staff in higher education, but applications from individuals not involved in higher education may be accepted.
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About Lightview
Off Campus Housing Near Northeastern University. Find your place to shine at LightView, the best choice in Boston student housing. You’ll love our modern, fully furnished student apartments near Northeastern University and Boston University. Our NEU and BU apartments have everything you need to succeed academically and personally. LightView is conveniently located in the heart of Boston—a short walk or bike ride away from Northeastern University. Our all-inclusive pricing makes LightView a smart and stress-free choice, covering essentials like electricity, internet, water, sewer and trash. Plus, access to all our community amenities in one simple monthly payment. Designed with students in mind, our apartments feature private bedrooms and fully equipped kitchens, giving you the perfect balance of comfort and convenience. When it’s time to focus, take advantage of dedicated study lounges and quiet spaces. When it’s time to recharge, enjoy our fitness center, social lounges, and vibrant community atmosphere. Whether you're heading to class, exploring Boston, or connecting with friends, LightView is where you want to be.
Lightview is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02120 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 24-hour Academic Success Center
- 24-hour Courtesy Desk
- 24-hour, On-call Staff
- 24-hour, State-of-the-art Fitness Center
- Central Heat And Air In Each Apartment
- Close To All Your Favorite Nu Spots
- Community Assistant Staff
- Co-op Friendly Leases Available
- Curved Shower Rods
- Cybex® Strength Equipment
- Cybex® Treadmills, Ellipticals And Bikes
- Educational, Social And Rec Activities
- Enhanced-privacy Floor Plans For Study
- Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Great Location Adjacent To Campus
- Group And Private Study Lounges
- Imacs And Free Printing
- In Unit Bike Storage
- Individual Liability Leases
- Internet Included In Every Apartment
- Leather-style Sectional Sofa
- On-site Management And Maintenance
- On-site Package Center And Mail Room
- Presentation Tvs + Collaboration Tables
- Private Or Shared Accommodations
- Record Lounge With Turntables
- Roommate Matching Powered By Roomsync
- Staff Trained In Mental Wellness Support
- Walkway To Campus
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Furnished Units Available
Elevator
Clubhouse
Controlled Access
Recycling
Business Center
Property Services
- Package Service
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- On-Site Retail
- Recycling
- Renters Insurance Program
- Planned Social Activities
- Public Transportation
Shared Community
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Conference Rooms
Fitness & Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Gameroom
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
Student Features
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Private Bathroom
- Roommate Matching
- Study Lounge
- Walk To Campus
- Individual Leases Available
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Loft Layout
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Refrigerator
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Trash Compactor
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Breakfast Nook
- Instant Hot Water
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- High Ceilings
- Views
- Furnished
- Loft Layout
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
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.
Learn more about living in South End BostonCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| South End Boston | Boston, MA | |
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| Studio | $3,455 | $2,977 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,685 | $3,608 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $4,506 | $4,557 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,019 | $5,908 |
- Package Service
- Community-Wide WiFi
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- On-Site Retail
- Recycling
- Renters Insurance Program
- Planned Social Activities
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Disposal Chutes
- Conference Rooms
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Gameroom
- Media Center/Movie Theatre
- Individual Locking Bedrooms
- Private Bathroom
- Roommate Matching
- Study Lounge
- Walk To Campus
- Individual Leases Available
- 24-hour Academic Success Center
- 24-hour Courtesy Desk
- 24-hour, On-call Staff
- 24-hour, State-of-the-art Fitness Center
- Central Heat And Air In Each Apartment
- Close To All Your Favorite Nu Spots
- Community Assistant Staff
- Co-op Friendly Leases Available
- Curved Shower Rods
- Cybex® Strength Equipment
- Cybex® Treadmills, Ellipticals And Bikes
- Educational, Social And Rec Activities
- Enhanced-privacy Floor Plans For Study
- Fully Equipped Kitchens
- Great Location Adjacent To Campus
- Group And Private Study Lounges
- Imacs And Free Printing
- In Unit Bike Storage
- Individual Liability Leases
- Internet Included In Every Apartment
- Leather-style Sectional Sofa
- On-site Management And Maintenance
- On-site Package Center And Mail Room
- Presentation Tvs + Collaboration Tables
- Private Or Shared Accommodations
- Record Lounge With Turntables
- Roommate Matching Powered By Roomsync
- Staff Trained In Mental Wellness Support
- Walkway To Campus
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Trash Compactor
- Tub/Shower
- Sprinkler System
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Breakfast Nook
- Instant Hot Water
- Hardwood Floors
- Vinyl Flooring
- High Ceilings
- Views
- Furnished
- Loft Layout
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
| Monday | 10am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 10am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 5pm |
| Friday | 10am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 4pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Transportation options available in Boston include Massachusetts Ave Station (Orange Line), located 0.4 mile from Lightview. Lightview is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.1 miles or 12 minutes away.
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 1.4 mi |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi | |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.2 mi |
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.1 mi |
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Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.4 mi |
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Roxbury Heritage State Park
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.1 mi |
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Boston Public Garden
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Boston African American National Historic Site
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Charles River Reservation
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.2 mi |
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Coit Observatory
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 29 min | 15.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 31 min | 16.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 37 min | 22.4 mi |
Lightview Photos
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Resident Lounge & Academic Center
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2BR, 2BA - 864SF
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While Lightview does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Select utilities are included in rent at Lightview, including gas, water, electricity, heat, trash removal, sewer, cable, air conditioning, and internet. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Contact this property for parking details.
Lightview has two to four-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,954/mo. to $2,629/mo.
Lightview does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,954 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $78,160 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Lightview is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,954.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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What is a Sound Score Rating?
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744 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA 02120
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