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Highlights
- Fitness centers
- Gleaming hardwood floors
- Central ac
Location
257 Friend St #4DW, Boston, MA 02114, USA|Downtown Boston
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Property Overview
Fitness centers, gleaming hardwood floors, and central AC add comfort and convenience to the home. The property offers appealing features that support an easy, modern lifestyle.
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
Elementary school nearby- Dishwasher
- Images available
Great for
Social life
Wellness
Amenities for 257 Friend St #4DW, Downtown Boston
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 257 Friend St #4DW
2025 CURRENT PICS - VIDEO AVAILABLE - Discover this thoughtfully spacious 3 bed 2 bath loft style apartment on charming Friend Street, nestled in the heart of the West End minutes from TD Garden, North End restaurants, Suffolk University and Emerson College. Inside, exposed brick walls add character and warmth, complementing the gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen maintains a clean, functional layout with classic finishes. With central AC adding extra value and convenience. Located in one of Boston’s most desirable neighborhoods, this apartment provides easy access to shops, dining, and public transit. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this apartment your next home! Area Amenities: Trader Joes, Harvard Street shops and restaurants, Commercial Banks, Panera bread, the Brookline Post Office, Staples, Fitness Centers, CVS, Walgreens, Coolidge Corner T stop on the C line, FedEx Kinkos, beautiful parks and more!. Call Don Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081443315388
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 257 Friend St, Boston, MA 02114, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown Boston |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02114 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown Boston
3-bedroom apartments at 257 Friend St #4DW cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Downtown Boston
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $3,900 |
| 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 | $3,940 |
| December 2025 | $4,225 |
| January 2026 | $4,275 |
| February 2026 | $4,207 |
| March 2026 | $4,200 |
| April 2026 | $4,193 |
| May 2026 | $4,200 |
| June 2026 | $4,118 |
| July 2026 | $3,975 |
| August 2026 | $3,900 |
| September 2026 | $3,900 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $5,250 |
| November 2024 | $5,250 |
| December 2024 | $5,250 |
| January 2025 | $5,377 |
| February 2025 | $5,525 |
| March 2025 | $5,436 |
| April 2025 | $5,517 |
| May 2025 | $6,038 |
| June 2025 | $5,637 |
| July 2025 | $5,811 |
| August 2025 | $6,107 |
| September 2025 | $5,822 |
| October 2025 | $5,817 |
| November 2025 | $5,721 |
| December 2025 | $5,860 |
| January 2026 | $5,651 |
| February 2026 | $5,696 |
| March 2026 | $5,777 |
| April 2026 | $5,862 |
| May 2026 | $6,298 |
| June 2026 | $7,103 |
| July 2026 | $5,788 |
| August 2026 | $5,787 |
| September 2026 | $5,902 |
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Can I afford to live at 257 Friend St #4DW?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$220,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $220,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $5,500.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| This month | $4,950 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $5,775 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $5,790 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $5,850 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $5,700 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 9 months ago | $4,300 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 9 months ago | $3,950 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $4,900 | 3 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 257 Friend St #4DW
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
Webster Extension
548 broadway
everett, MA, 2149
PKPublic
Capic Head Start
67 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
PKPublic
Webster School
30 dartmouth st
everett, MA, 2149
PK, K-5Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Downtown Boston | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 257 Friend St #4DW
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
7/10
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 257 Friend St #4DW, Boston
Groceries
10/10
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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-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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Chip City
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North Meadow on the Greenway
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Johnnie S on the Side Lic
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