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12 Shepherd Avenue #1, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States|Mission Hill
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 12 Shepherd Avenue #1, Mission Hill
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Apartments in BostonMission Hill 12 Shepherd Avenue #1, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States
Apartments in BostonMission Hill 12 Shepherd Avenue #1, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, United States
Sweet deal!
This listing is 28% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Mission Hill.
3 Bedroom-1 Bathroom available now in the Heart of Mission Hill! *Available to Rent for September 1st, 2026* Details & Features Include: -3 Large Bedrooms -1Renovated Bathroom -Updated Kitchen -Stainless-Steel Appliances -Dishwasher -Hardwood Floors -Natural Light Throughout -Large Windows -Student Friendly Inquire about the apartment today to schedule your tour and for additional information. All tours available from Monday- Sunday! Disclaimer: Convenient to the Back Bay, South End, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, North End, Fenway, Kenmore, Audubon Circle, West End, Sowa, Mission Hill, Chinatown, Leather District, Downtown, Financial, Waterfront, Seaport, Charlestown, Prudential, Copley, Commons, Garden, Park, MBTA Line, Orange, Red, Green, Silver, Tufts, Boston Medical Center/BU Dental (BMC), Dana Farber, Children's, New England Medical Center (NEMC), Medicine, Brigham Women's, General, MGH, Beth Israel Hospital, BIDMC, Harvard, Longwood Area, Northeastern, NEU, Wentworth Institute Technology, MIT, Mass College of Art, Pharmacy, mcphs, Berklee Music, Architectural, Conservatory, Emerson, School of Law, MFA, Museum Fine Arts, Fisher, Simmons, Emmanuel, Suffolk, Boston University, BU, Tufts, Wheelock, Optometry, Symphony Availability is subject to change without notice. Please call for most up-to-date results. Fee Disclosure: Application Fee: $35 First Month Rent: $3,575 Last Month Rent: $3,575 Security Deposit: $3,575
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 Shepherd Avenue, Boston, MA 02115, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Mission Hill |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02115 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Mission Hill
3-bedroom apartments at 12 Shepherd Avenue #1 cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Mission Hill
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $3,900 |
| January 2024 | $3,925 |
| February 2024 | $3,900 |
| March 2024 | $3,935 |
| April 2024 | $3,975 |
| May 2024 | $4,000 |
| June 2024 | $3,999 |
| July 2024 | $3,911 |
| August 2024 | $3,879 |
| September 2024 | $3,900 |
| October 2024 | $3,898 |
| November 2024 | $4,075 |
| December 2024 | $4,200 |
| January 2025 | $4,212 |
| February 2025 | $4,175 |
| March 2025 | $4,072 |
| April 2025 | $4,080 |
| May 2025 | $4,010 |
| June 2025 | $3,998 |
| July 2025 | $3,959 |
| August 2025 | $3,934 |
| September 2025 | $3,900 |
| October 2025 | $3,836 |
| November 2025 | $3,883 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $4,500 |
| January 2024 | $4,500 |
| February 2024 | $4,350 |
| March 2024 | $4,416 |
| April 2024 | $4,500 |
| May 2024 | $4,500 |
| June 2024 | $4,500 |
| July 2024 | $4,487 |
| August 2024 | $4,500 |
| September 2024 | $4,515 |
| October 2024 | $4,556 |
| November 2024 | $4,780 |
| December 2024 | $4,725 |
| January 2025 | $4,506 |
| February 2025 | $4,500 |
| March 2025 | $4,500 |
| April 2025 | $4,500 |
| May 2025 | $4,577 |
| June 2025 | $4,528 |
| July 2025 | $4,622 |
| August 2025 | $4,653 |
| September 2025 | $4,495 |
| October 2025 | $4,537 |
| November 2025 | $4,966 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$143,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $3,300 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,000 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,800 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,100 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,600 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,600 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,600 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,950 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 12 Shepherd Avenue #1
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 12 Shepherd Avenue #1
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
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 Shepherd Avenue #1, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
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
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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