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Viola Back Bay

975 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115

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Highlights

  • New Construction
  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Elevator

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 517 SF Not Available
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 764 SF Not Available
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 1,082 SF Not Available
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 1,336 SF Not Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 2029
  • 125 units/12 stories

About Viola Back Bay

Thanks for visiting Viola Back Bay in Boston, MA. The 975 Boylston St location in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston is perfectly situated for work or play. Let the leasing team show you everything this community has to offer. This community features 0 to 3 bedroom apartments. Stop by the leasing office to check the current floor plan availability.

Viola Back Bay is an apartment community located in Suffolk County and the 02115 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Elevator

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Location
975 Boylston St, Boston,
MA 02115
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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.

Learn more about living in Back Bay 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Back Bay Boston, MA
Studio $3,354 $2,888
1 Bedroom $3,812 $3,502
2 Bedrooms $5,446 $4,432
3 Bedrooms $7,122 $5,804

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 3072 Sq Ft $1,795 $2,640 $15,000
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 2754-2756 Sq Ft $1,750 $3,349 $9,489
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 2099-2101 Sq Ft $2,495 $4,708 $28,000
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2035-2037 Sq Ft $1,477 $5,666 $18,500
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2315 Sq Ft $1,210 $8,400 $35,000
Amenities
  • Elevator
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Berklee College of Music
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Northeastern University
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
MIT
Walk: 20 min 1.1 mi
Viola Back Bay is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Lesley Univ., Art Institute and Northeastern University.
Schools
Hurley K-8 School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
337 Students
Attendance Zone
Mel H King Elementary
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
80 Students
Attendance Zone
Carter School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
50 Students
Attendance Zone
Fenway High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
358 Students
Nearby
Kingsley Montessori School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
297 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Hynes Convention Center Station, located 0.2 mile from Viola Back Bay. Viola Back Bay is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.6 miles or 13 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Hynes Convention Center Station
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Prudential Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Copley Station
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Symphony Station
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Kenmore Station
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Back Bay Station
Drive: 5 min 1.2 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
South Station
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
North Station
Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 6 min 3.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 13 min 5.6 mi

Walkability Near Viola Back Bay

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90 / 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
100 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Viola Back Bay.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
The Longwood Galleria
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Prudential Center
Drive: 7 min 4.4 mi
Copley Place
Drive: 8 min 4.6 mi
Viola Back Bay has 3 shopping centers within 4.6 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
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Boston Public Garden
 Drive: 5 min 1.4 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
 Drive: 6 min 1.9 mi
Roxbury Heritage State Park
 Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Viola Back Bay has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Boston Public Garden, Charles River Reservation, and Coit Observatory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Boston Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Dr. Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Center
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Viola Back Bay has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center which is 1.5 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 28 min 15.3 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 29 min 17.4 mi
Viola Back Bay is 15.3 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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Does Viola Back Bay have in-unit laundry?

Viola Back Bay does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at Viola Back Bay?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

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Is Viola Back Bay pet-friendly?

Viola Back Bay does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Viola Back Bay have move-in specials?

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