Forte at 1440 Beacon
1440 Beacon St,
Brookline, MA 02446
$2,785 - $3,818 Plus Fees
Studio - 1 Bed | 12 Month Lease
Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Boston, MA
Massachusetts College of Art and Design - Boston, MA Area Guide
Expand your creativity at MassArt
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Founded in 1873, Massachusetts College of Art and Design prepares students from diverse backgrounds to participate in the creative economy as artists, designers, and educators as well as engage in the well-being of society. As a national leader in visual art and design education, MassArt influences contemporary culture through the creative accomplishments of its students, alumni, faculty, and staff. An array of apartments and lofts are available for rent near MassArt’s campus in the Mission Hill, Fenway-Kenmore, South End, and Back Bay neighborhoods of Boston. Access to the MBTA makes getting around from MassArt’s campus simple. A wide range of student groups, exhibitions, and special events contribute to the vibrant campus atmosphere at MassArt. Boston itself is a hub of a diverse and thriving art community with plenty of museums, galleries, theaters, and performance venues in addition to many other world-class amenities. Cities like Providence, Portland, and New York are all within a four-hour drive of MassArt as well.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Boston, MA is $2,888 for a studio, $3,495 for one bedroom, $4,423 for two bedrooms, and $5,799 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Boston has decreased by -0.7% in the past year.
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Studio
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483 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,888/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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699 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,495/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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965 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$4,423/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,215 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$5,799/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Massachusetts College of Art and Design - Boston, MA (University) is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
Daily Essentials
In Massachusetts College of Art and Design - Boston, MA (University), daily errands are quick and hassle-free.
Supermarket Within a 5 Minute Walk
Groceries
90
/ 100
Exceptional Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
90
/ 100
Great Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
80
/ 100
Exceptional Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
90
/ 100
Recreation
Massachusetts College of Art and Design - Boston, MA (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
100
/ 100
Exceptional Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
100
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Massachusetts College of Art and Design - Boston, MA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Highly Vibrant Atmosphere
Vibrancy
80
/ 100
Good Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
70
/ 100
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1,669 Students
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Grades K-12
1,376 Students
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- Roxbury Heritage State Park
- Coit Observatory
- Charles River Reservation
- John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site
- Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
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- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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