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Amenities for 12 Howell St, Columbia Point
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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No pets allowed.
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About 12 Howell St
Welcome to this bright and roomy 950 sq. ft. 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in Dorchester’s desirable Polish Triangle—available for lease starting September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026. This well-appointed unit features central A/C, a cozy gas fireplace, and hardwood floors throughout. The thoughtfully designed layout includes two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, a dedicated office nook, formal dining room, living room, and an eat-in kitchen complete with dishwasher and garbage disposal. Enjoy outdoor living on your private back porch overlooking the yard—perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Extras you'll love :One off-street parking spot included Private washer and dryer in basement Second (garage) parking space available for rent Conveniently located near public transportation, South Bay shopping, local dining, and easy highway access—this home blends comfort, space, and city convenience. Fee Disclosure: Application Fee: $35 Broker Fee: $3,850 First Month Rent: $3,850 Last Month Rent: $3,850 Security Deposit: $3,850
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 12 Howell St, Boston MA 02125, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos are available for this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Columbia Point |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02125 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Columbia Point
2-bedroom apartments at 12 Howell St cost about 17% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Columbia Point
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $3,500 |
| October 2023 | $3,487 |
| November 2023 | $3,498 |
| December 2023 | $3,518 |
| January 2024 | $3,558 |
| February 2024 | $3,450 |
| March 2024 | $3,450 |
| April 2024 | $3,488 |
| May 2024 | $3,500 |
| June 2024 | $3,531 |
| July 2024 | $3,512 |
| August 2024 | $3,508 |
| September 2024 | $3,500 |
| October 2024 | $3,500 |
| November 2024 | $3,503 |
| December 2024 | $3,488 |
| January 2025 | $3,469 |
| February 2025 | $3,498 |
| March 2025 | $3,500 |
| April 2025 | $3,500 |
| May 2025 | $3,500 |
| June 2025 | $3,516 |
| July 2025 | $3,520 |
| August 2025 | $3,555 |
| September 2025 | $3,491 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $3,302 |
| October 2023 | $3,306 |
| November 2023 | $3,438 |
| December 2023 | $3,276 |
| January 2024 | $3,392 |
| February 2024 | $3,226 |
| March 2024 | $3,211 |
| April 2024 | $3,215 |
| May 2024 | $3,262 |
| June 2024 | $3,235 |
| July 2024 | $3,347 |
| August 2024 | $3,417 |
| September 2024 | $3,438 |
| October 2024 | $3,464 |
| November 2024 | $3,426 |
| December 2024 | $3,261 |
| January 2025 | $3,223 |
| February 2025 | $3,240 |
| March 2025 | $3,323 |
| April 2025 | $3,291 |
| May 2025 | $3,317 |
| June 2025 | $3,287 |
| July 2025 | $3,292 |
| August 2025 | $3,114 |
| September 2025 | $3,290 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $3,850 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 12 Howell St
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 12 Howell St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 12 Howell St, Boston
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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