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290 Newbury St #RL, Boston, MA 02115, USA|Back Bay
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Property Overview
Set along Boston’s iconic Newbury Street, the home combines historic Back Bay charm with modern conveniences and easy access to shopping, dining, and transit. Notable interior and building features create a comfortable, low-maintenance living experience, while the layout and location work well for both everyday living and vibrant city life.
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- Middle school nearby
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Great for
Social life
Amenities for 290 Newbury St #RL, Back Bay
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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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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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 290 Newbury St #RL
Sweet deal!
This listing is 32% below the median price for studio apartments in Back Bay.
Street level studio apartment with private entrance from rear of building. Amazing location right on Newbury Street around the corner from the Prudential Center. The unit is extremely cheap, it does not get much light, there is no laundry access, however it does even include all the utilities, and no broker fees. This is not a luxury unit but an affordable unit, spacious, students are welcome, and a great area.
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 290 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02115, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Back Bay |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02115 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Back Bay
studio apartments at 290 Newbury St #RL cost about 32% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,350 |
| 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 | $2,500 |
| February 2026 | $2,427 |
| March 2026 | $2,500 |
| April 2026 | $2,500 |
| May 2026 | $2,494 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,316 |
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $2,655 |
| January 2026 | $2,657 |
| February 2026 | $2,438 |
| March 2026 | $2,498 |
| April 2026 | $2,582 |
| May 2026 | $2,574 |
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Can I afford to live at 290 Newbury St #RL?
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StudioRent-to-income ratio
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Recommended income
$71,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,775.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $1,775 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| This month | $2,525 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $2,425 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $2,425 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,425 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,450 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,375 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,450 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,150 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 290 Newbury St #RL
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start
22 elm hill ave
dorchester, MA, 2121
PKPublic
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Back Bay | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 290 Newbury St #RL
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
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 290 Newbury St #RL, Boston
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute 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
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
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
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 290 Newbury St #RL
Trader Joe's
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Wild Duck Food Market
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Star Market
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Marlboro Market
45 Massachusetts Ave
Whole Foods Market
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Free People
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Prada Womens Bags & Accessories
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John Fluevog Shoes
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Walkers Rick Walkers Western Store
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Brunello Cucinelli Womens Inside Saks
800 Boylston St
pressed juicery
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Blue Bottle Coffee
800 Boylston St
Dunkin'
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Starbucks
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Starbucks
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A.T. O'Keeffe's
911 Boylston St
Back Bay Social Club
867 Boylston St
The Capital Grille
900 Boylston St
Stratus
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SideBar & Grille
39 Dalton St
Lady M Confections
304 Newbury St
Poke Bento
827 Boylston St
Little Miss Cupcape
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Eataly
800 Boylston Street
Flour Bakery + Cafe
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Belvidere/Dalton Plaza
Garden
Playground
Sitting Grove
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Hynes Fine Dining LLC
900 Boylston St
Rochambeau
900 Boylston St
A.T. O'Keeffe's
911 Boylston St
Select Oyster Bar
50 Gloucester St
Cafe Jaffa
48 Gloucester St
Hynes Convention Center (Boylston Street and Gloucester Street)
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