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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Large closets
- In-unit laundry
- Fireplace
- Central ac
- Spacious living/dining area
Location
298 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA|South End
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Property Overview
High-end Back Bay residence featuring hardwood floors, a fireplace, central AC, in-unit laundry, large closets, and a spacious, light-filled living/dining area. Strong value per square foot, nearby top-rated schools, and extensive listing photos add to overall appeal. Exceptional walkability, plentiful public transit, abundant parks, fitness and wellness options, and hundreds of nearby restaurants, venues, and grocery stores make it ideal for an active, environmentally minded urban lifestyle.
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
Elementary school nearby- More space
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Wellness
Eco living
Amenities for 298 Columbus Ave, South End
Features
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
| Hardwood Floor |
Community
| Elevator | Onsite 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.
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REQUIRED FEES
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 | 1+ month |
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About 298 Columbus Ave
Newly Renovated Back Bay Penthouse Condo with Private Elevator Access. This 1668sf 3BR/1.5BA Duplex features a beautiful kitchen with brand new SS appliances, custom stone counters, and a large island + breakfast bar. Opening directly into a spacious living/dining area with grand windows, fireplace, and a rear-facing sunroom that brings in excellent natural light. Three bedrooms located on the primary level - two large bedrooms with great closet space & a smaller third room that could function well as an office, flex room, or simply a third bedroom. Updated full bath on the primary level & a half bath on the top floor. Central AC, In-Unit Laundry & hardwood floors throughout. Sorry, no pets. Located just steps from The Prudential, Boston Common, Newbury Street, Orange Line (T), and all of the other shops & restaurants the Back Bay & South End have to offer. Available June 1.
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 298 Columbus Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 557 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | South End |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02116 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in South End
3-bedroom apartments at 298 Columbus Ave cost about 33% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
South End
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $4,000 |
| June 2024 | $3,999 |
| July 2024 | $3,911 |
| August 2024 | $3,879 |
| September 2024 | $3,900 |
| October 2024 | $3,898 |
| November 2024 | $4,075 |
| December 2024 | $4,200 |
| January 2025 | $4,212 |
| February 2025 | $4,175 |
| March 2025 | $4,072 |
| April 2025 | $4,080 |
| May 2025 | $4,010 |
| June 2025 | $3,998 |
| July 2025 | $3,959 |
| August 2025 | $3,934 |
| September 2025 | $3,900 |
| October 2025 | $3,836 |
| November 2025 | $3,940 |
| December 2025 | $4,225 |
| January 2026 | $4,275 |
| February 2026 | $4,207 |
| March 2026 | $4,200 |
| April 2026 | $4,193 |
| May 2026 | $4,200 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $5,200 |
| June 2024 | $5,245 |
| July 2024 | $5,200 |
| August 2024 | $5,382 |
| September 2024 | $5,250 |
| October 2024 | $5,200 |
| November 2024 | $5,700 |
| December 2024 | $5,887 |
| January 2025 | $5,293 |
| February 2025 | $5,521 |
| March 2025 | $5,437 |
| April 2025 | $5,487 |
| May 2025 | $5,335 |
| June 2025 | $5,331 |
| July 2025 | $5,290 |
| August 2025 | $5,467 |
| September 2025 | $5,200 |
| October 2025 | $4,857 |
| November 2025 | $4,870 |
| December 2025 | $4,643 |
| January 2026 | $5,225 |
| February 2026 | $5,557 |
| March 2026 | $5,412 |
| April 2026 | $5,187 |
| May 2026 | $5,162 |
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Schools near 298 Columbus Ave
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
south boston, MA, 2127
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ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start
22 elm hill ave
dorchester, MA, 2121
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
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Neighborhood
South End | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 298 Columbus Ave
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 298 Columbus Ave, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Variety of cafés right on the street
Restaurants
10/10
Variety of restaurants right on the street
Primary schools
9/10
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
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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