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188 Marlborough Street188 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA 02116, US
188 Marlborough Street188 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA 02116, US
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $3,650Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 650 |
188 Marlborough Street188 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA 02116, US
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $3,650Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 650 |
Updated 4 Hours Ago
1 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 27 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02116 |
Property Overview
188 Marlborough St offers hardwood floors, a spacious living room, and a dishwasher, with heat included for added convenience. The nearby top-rated high school is about 0.15 miles away, and the 14 photos provide a helpful visual preview of the space.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Extra Storage
- Images available
Great for
Social life
Highlights
- dishwasher
- hardwood floors
- heat included
- spacious living room
Units
188 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA
188 Marlborough Street Boston, MA
New Listing
8A
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,650
Hardwood Floor • Fireplace • Dishwasher • On-Site Laundry
New Listing
8
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,650
On-Site Laundry • Hardwood Floor • Fireplace • Assigned Parking • Dishwasher • High Ceilings
Amenities for 188 Marlborough Street
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Laundry
- Storage
Unit Amenities
- Hardwood Floor
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- On-Site Laundry
- Assigned Parking
- High Ceilings
- Central Heat
- In-Unit Laundry
Policies at 188 Marlborough Street
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 188 Marlborough Street
Live at 188 Marlborough St in the heart of Boston's Back Bay neighborhood! This charming property offers 27 units, with one active 1-bedroom floorplan to choose from, ranging in size from 450 to 650 square feet. Enjoy the best of city living with amenities like a decorative fireplace, hardwood floors, and high ceilings. The building also features on-site laundry, storage, and large windows that let in plenty of natural light. Plus, heat and hot water are included in the rent. As an added bonus, you'll be within walking distance to local grocery stores and all the neighborhood has to offer. With its great location and comfortable living spaces, this property is a great choice for those looking for a long-term rental in a vibrant urban setting.
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Address details
| Units | 27 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02116 |
188 Marlborough St #8A is great for:
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 188 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA 02116, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
- Extra Storage
- In-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- Some 1-bedrooms here are $860 more than the median rent in this area
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.6 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.6 miles away
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Rent trends in Boston
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% higher than 1-bedrooms in Back Bay.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,400 |
| December 2024 | $2,412 |
| January 2025 | $2,312 |
| February 2025 | $2,306 |
| March 2025 | $2,344 |
| April 2025 | $2,387 |
| May 2025 | $2,400 |
| June 2025 | $2,400 |
| July 2025 | $2,400 |
| August 2025 | $2,492 |
| September 2025 | $2,493 |
| October 2025 | $2,485 |
| November 2025 | $2,496 |
| December 2025 | $2,500 |
| January 2026 | $2,500 |
| February 2026 | $2,427 |
| March 2026 | $2,500 |
| April 2026 | $2,500 |
| May 2026 | $2,494 |
| June 2026 | $2,464 |
| July 2026 | $2,443 |
| August 2026 | $2,496 |
| September 2026 | $2,500 |
| October 2026 | $2,515 |
| November 2026 | $2,550 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,575 |
| December 2024 | $2,531 |
| January 2025 | $2,475 |
| February 2025 | $2,328 |
| March 2025 | $2,495 |
| April 2025 | $2,675 |
| May 2025 | $2,820 |
| June 2025 | $2,665 |
| July 2025 | $2,620 |
| August 2025 | $2,644 |
| September 2025 | $2,690 |
| October 2025 | $2,751 |
| November 2025 | $2,730 |
| December 2025 | $2,655 |
| January 2026 | $2,657 |
| February 2026 | $2,438 |
| March 2026 | $2,498 |
| April 2026 | $2,582 |
| May 2026 | $2,574 |
| June 2026 | $2,592 |
| July 2026 | $2,637 |
| August 2026 | $2,625 |
| September 2026 | $2,558 |
| October 2026 | $2,685 |
| November 2026 | $2,698 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$146,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $146,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $3,650.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $4,250 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,050 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $2,600 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $3,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $4,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1 year ago | $4,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1 year ago | $2,595 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 year ago | $3,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,050 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 188 Marlborough St #8A
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start
22 elm hill ave
dorchester, MA, 2121
PKPublic
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Neighborhood
Back Bay | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 188 Marlborough Street
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 188 Marlborough Street, Boston
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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My Stylist Marcus
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