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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern bathroom
  • Eat-in kitchen
  • Modern stainless steel appliances
  • Sleek hardwood floors
  • Living room space

Location

289 Chelsea St, East Boston, MA 02128, USA|Central Maverick Square - Paris Street
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Management

Newman Properties

Leasing office

(617) 739-5452

Property Overview

289 Che features modern bathrooms, an eat-in kitchen, and sleek hardwood floors that elevate living experiences. With a Zumper expert rating of 8 out of 10, it offers an excellent balance of price and value, complemented by high ratings for amenities and location. Additionally, the property stands out for its pet friendliness, close proximity to highly rated schools, and a strong sense of transparency regarding its offerings.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 289 Che is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 289 Che has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$2,300 /mo1 unit availableThis modern unit features stainless steel appliances, sleek hardwood floors, modern bathroom - with beautiful tiling throughout, an eat-in kitchen, a beautiful living room space, and great natural light throughout. Additionally, laundry is available in the basement! Conveniently located in the Central Square neighborhood of East Boston, this unit simply cannot be beaten. Just 5-minutes to Shaw's supermarket, 5-minutes to great restaurants and shops like Reel house, and only a few blocks to the Airport and Maverick T stop. Experience all the perks of downtown Boston living minus the cost. - 12-month lease - No broker fee - Cats and small dogs are allowed per owner approval. (breed restrictions apply) For more info please email ****

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Amenities for 289 Che

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorTiled Bathroom
Updated Kitchen

Appliances

Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKCoin-Op Laundry in Building
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
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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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 289 Che

HomeApartments in BostonCentral Maverick Square - Paris Street 289 Che

This modern unit features stainless steel appliances, sleek hardwood floors, modern bathroom - with beautiful tiling throughout, an eat-in kitchen, a beautiful living room space, and great natural light throughout. Additionally, laundry is available in the basement! Conveniently located in the Central Square neighborhood of East Boston, this unit simply cannot be beaten. Just 5-minutes to Shaw's supermarket, 5-minutes to great restaurants and shops like Reel house, and only a few blocks to the Airport and Maverick T stop. Experience all the perks of downtown Boston living minus the cost. - 12-month lease - No broker fee - Cats and small dogs are allowed per owner approval. (breed restrictions apply) For more info please email ****


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 289 Che is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 289 Che has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 289 Che
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 289 Che is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Central Maverick Square - Paris Street. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
289 Che goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 289 Che receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
289 Che is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 289 Che does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

289 Che is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 289 Che compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in Central Maverick Square - Paris Street

2-bedroom apartments at 289 Che cost about 30% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Central Maverick Square - Paris Street.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Central Maverick Square - Paris Street
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
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
December 2025$2,500
January 2026$2,510
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Maverick Square - Paris Street
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,630
March 2024$2,697
April 2024$2,753
May 2024$2,668
June 2024$2,783
July 2024$2,708
August 2024$2,770
September 2024$2,917
October 2024$2,833
November 2024$2,808
December 2024$2,808
January 2025$2,777
February 2025$2,732
March 2025$2,794
April 2025$2,829
May 2025$3,034
June 2025$3,028
July 2025$3,077
August 2025$2,962
September 2025$2,882
October 2025$2,647
November 2025$2,905
December 2025$2,883
January 2026$2,789

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 289 Chelsea St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$92,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near 289 Che

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around East Boston near 289 Chelsea St

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

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 289 Chelsea St, East Boston

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

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

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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