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Highlights
- Stainless steel appliances
- White shaker cabinetry
- Spacious living area
- Hardwood floors throughout
- Recessed lighting
- Updated full baths
Location
286 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116, USA|Back Bay
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Property Overview
286 Beacon St offers an ideal location for those who appreciate proximity to Boston’s vibrant cultural and historical landmarks. Great for individuals or couples, it showcases spacious interiors and elegant design elements, enhancing the overall living experience. Notable features include beautiful architectural details and access to parks, making it an appealing choice for urban living.
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
Extra Storage- Images available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Social life
Wellness
Eco living
Amenities for 286 Beacon St, Back Bay
Features
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
| Walk-in Closet |
Community
| Roof Deck |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Storage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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About 286 Beacon St
Beautifully renovated 2 bed / 2 full bath condo on iconic Beacon Street. This unit features a stunning open-concept layout with a massive granite peninsula, white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, wine storage, recessed lighting, and hardwood floors throughout. The spacious living area offers high ceilings, great natural light, and room for both dining and entertaining. Two well-proportioned bedrooms, one including walk-in closet/en-suite bath. Two updated full baths provide an ideal roommate or guest setup. Access to common roof deck with unmatched views. Heat & hot water INCLUDED! Assigned off-street parking space included — a rare Back Bay value add. Steps to the Esplanade & Charles River, Newbury Street, Copley Square, Prudential Center, restaurants, cafés, and more. Easy access to the Green Line, commuter rail, and major highways. Exceptional walkability in one of Boston’s most sought-after neighborhoods! *AVAILABLE 3/15*
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 286 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Extra Storage
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
- Roof deck
- Access to public roof space
- Walk-in closet
- Rentals here may include more closet space than average
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Back Bay |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02116 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Back Bay
2-bedroom apartments at 286 Beacon St cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $3,500 |
| June 2024 | $3,531 |
| July 2024 | $3,512 |
| August 2024 | $3,508 |
| September 2024 | $3,500 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $5,023 |
| June 2024 | $4,852 |
| July 2024 | $4,562 |
| August 2024 | $5,270 |
| September 2024 | $5,814 |
| October 2024 | $5,781 |
| November 2024 | $5,395 |
| December 2024 | $5,302 |
| January 2025 | $5,161 |
| February 2025 | $5,100 |
| March 2025 | $4,781 |
| April 2025 | $5,415 |
| May 2025 | $5,240 |
| June 2025 | $4,985 |
| July 2025 | $5,012 |
| August 2025 | $5,337 |
| September 2025 | $5,596 |
| October 2025 | $5,706 |
| November 2025 | $5,707 |
| December 2025 | $5,525 |
| January 2026 | $5,658 |
| February 2026 | $5,354 |
| March 2026 | $5,476 |
| April 2026 | $5,437 |
| May 2026 | $5,439 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 years ago | $6,500 | 5 bed | 3 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $6,500 | 5 bed | 3 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $4,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $3,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 286 Beacon St
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 Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Back Bay | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 286 Beacon St
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
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 286 Beacon St, Boston
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Wide 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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