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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Laundry in building
- High ceilings
Location
281 E St #1, Boston, MA 02127, USA|D Street - West Broadway
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Property Overview
Hardwood floors, laundry in the building, and high ceilings add comfort and character. These features can appeal to buyers or renters seeking a space with practical convenience and a more open feel.
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- Elementary school nearby
- More space
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Amenities for 281 E St #1, D Street - West Broadway
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Other
| Six Rooms |
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About 281 E St #1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 49% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in D Street - West Broadway.
Property Status: Pending Huge two bedroom duplex with hardwood floors, high ceilings, laundry in the building, fantastic location close to the Broadway T stop, restaurants and shops Copyright © 2026 MLS Property Information Network Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 281 E St #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 251 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | D Street - West Broadway |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02127 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in D Street - West Broadway
2-bedroom apartments at 281 E St #1 cost about 49% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
D Street - West Broadway
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $3,495 |
| October 2025 | $3,443 |
| November 2025 | $3,420 |
| December 2025 | $3,474 |
| January 2026 | $3,503 |
| February 2026 | $3,505 |
| March 2026 | $3,587 |
| April 2026 | $3,598 |
| May 2026 | $3,600 |
| June 2026 | $3,597 |
| July 2026 | $3,577 |
| August 2026 | $3,541 |
| September 2026 | $3,528 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $4,349 |
| November 2024 | $4,616 |
| December 2024 | $4,412 |
| January 2025 | $4,262 |
| February 2025 | $4,561 |
| March 2025 | $4,819 |
| April 2025 | $4,497 |
| May 2025 | $4,609 |
| June 2025 | $4,592 |
| July 2025 | $4,630 |
| August 2025 | $4,803 |
| September 2025 | $4,876 |
| October 2025 | $5,118 |
| November 2025 | $4,870 |
| December 2025 | $5,142 |
| January 2026 | $5,067 |
| February 2026 | $4,617 |
| March 2026 | $4,961 |
| April 2026 | $5,212 |
| May 2026 | $4,959 |
| June 2026 | $4,950 |
| July 2026 | $5,002 |
| August 2026 | $5,316 |
| September 2026 | $5,449 |
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Can I afford to live at 281 E St #1?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 281 E St #1
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
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ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
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ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start
22 elm hill ave
dorchester, MA, 2121
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Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
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Webster Extension
548 broadway
everett, MA, 2149
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Neighborhood
D Street - West Broadway | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 281 E St #1
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
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
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 281 E St #1, Boston
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
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
9/10
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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