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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Updated appliances
  • Custom cabinets
  • Large closet
  • Soaring ceiling height
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Sizeable living area

Location

261 Marlborough Street #4, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, United States|Back Bay

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Kevin Daniel

C M C Properties, LLC

Property Overview

Updated appliances and custom cabinets enhance the modern appeal, while soaring ceiling heights and hardwood floors create an inviting atmosphere. A sizable living area paired with large closets adds both comfort and functionality. This location is a vibrant urban hub, offering convenience and access to Boston's cultural attractions and amenities.

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

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Amenities for 261 Marlborough Street #4, Back Bay

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningFireplace
Forced AirHardwood Floor
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Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned Parking
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 261 Marlborough Street #4

HomeApartments in BostonBack Bay 261 Marlborough Street #4, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, United States
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Sweet deal!
This listing is 37% below the median price for studio apartments in Back Bay.

If the Great Gatsby had a pied--terre in Boston, this would be it. Grand Victorian woodwork fit for a museum, soaring ceiling height, abundance of natural light, and hardwood floors throughout. Sizeable living area with ornate fireplace, split area for bedroom with large closest and built in drawers. Stunning chef's kitchen with updated appliances and custom cabinets. French style bathroom with Jacuzzi bathtub and vintage buffet. A true jewel box on the coveted tree lined Marlborough Street.


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 261 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA 02116, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
More space
Studio is 149 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features available
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodBack Bay
Zip code02116
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in Back Bay

studio apartments at 261 Marlborough Street #4 cost about 37% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Boston.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Back Bay
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,449
January 2024$2,412
February 2024$2,300
March 2024$2,345
April 2024$2,350
May 2024$2,360
June 2024$2,355
July 2024$2,390
August 2024$2,399
September 2024$2,418
October 2024$2,480
November 2024$2,420
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Back Bay
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,313
January 2024$2,275
February 2024$2,199
March 2024$2,227
April 2024$2,236
May 2024$2,296
June 2024$2,309
July 2024$2,418
August 2024$2,474
September 2024$2,482
October 2024$2,630
November 2024$2,705
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

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 261 Marlborough Street, Boston, MA.
4 months ago$1,770Studio1 bath
9 months ago$4,7002 bed1 bath
9 months ago$4,7001 bed1 bath
2 years ago$4,0002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$4,0002 bed1 bath
2 years ago$4,0001 bed1 bath
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Schools near 261 Marlborough Street #4

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

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Neighborhood

Back Bay | Boston, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Boston near 261 Marlborough Street #4

Walking

10/10
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

8/10
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 261 Marlborough Street #4, Boston

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
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

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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