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478 Massachusetts Ave478 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $4,500–$4,600The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 800 |
10 Hours Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02118 |
Units
478 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA
478 Massachusetts Ave Boston, MA
New Listing
2
2 Beds
1 Bath
$4,500
On-Site Laundry • In-Unit Laundry • Hardwood Floor • Dishwasher
New Listing
3
2 Beds
1 Bath
$4,600
On-Site Laundry • In-Unit Laundry • Hardwood Floor • Dishwasher
Amenities for 478 Massachusetts Ave
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- On-Site Laundry
- Outdoor Space
Unit Amenities
- On-Site Laundry
- In-Unit Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
- Dishwasher
- Walk-In Closets
- Air Conditioning
- Assigned Parking
- Garden
- Central Heat
Policies at 478 Massachusetts Ave
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 478 Massachusetts Ave
Interested in leasing 478 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA? Currently, 478 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a 2-bedroom apartment with 1 bathroom. Below, you can compare the rent price at 478 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA vs overall rent prices in South End, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 478 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA.
Address details
| Units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02118 |
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Rent trends in Boston
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 478 Massachusetts Ave #3 to be 12% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in South End.
Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
South End
Boston
| Month | Median 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 | $2,500 |
| February 2026 | $2,447 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,898 |
| March 2024 | $2,939 |
| April 2024 | $2,999 |
| May 2024 | $2,947 |
| June 2024 | $2,879 |
| July 2024 | $3,060 |
| August 2024 | $3,194 |
| September 2024 | $3,279 |
| October 2024 | $3,266 |
| November 2024 | $2,944 |
| December 2024 | $2,789 |
| January 2025 | $2,767 |
| February 2025 | $2,704 |
| March 2025 | $2,685 |
| April 2025 | $2,788 |
| May 2025 | $3,003 |
| June 2025 | $2,960 |
| July 2025 | $2,810 |
| August 2025 | $2,896 |
| September 2025 | $3,136 |
| October 2025 | $3,153 |
| November 2025 | $2,998 |
| December 2025 | $2,978 |
| January 2026 | $3,071 |
| February 2026 | $2,873 |
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Can I afford to live at 478 Massachusetts Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$182,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $182,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $4,550.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years ago | $3,700 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,795 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,300 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $7,750 | 5 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 478 Massachusetts Ave #3
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
South End | Boston, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.
Getting around Boston near 478 Massachusetts Ave
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
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 478 Massachusetts Ave, 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
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
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
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 478 Massachusetts Ave
Shawmut Grocery Inc
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Casa Cuong
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Boston Salads & Prepared Foods
61 Foodmart Rd
Foodie's Urban Market
1421 Washington St
Whole Foods Market
15 Westland Ave
Cycle Fashion
169 W Springfield St
House of Culture
585 Columbus Ave
Heartbreak Hill Running Co Inc
652 Tremont St
WellSky Clothing Ltd
291 Saint Botolph St
Angel Drop Clothing
398 Columbus Ave
Dunkin'
434 Massachusetts Ave
Render Coffee
563 Columbus Ave
Dunkin'
616 Massachusetts Ave
Jaho Coffee & Tea
1651 Washington St
Spartan Coffee Company LLC
1750 Washington St
Ilona
783 Tremont St
Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen
604 Columbus Ave
SRV Boston
569 Columbus Ave
Wally's Cafe Jazz Club
427 Massachusetts Ave
Five Horses Tavern
535 Columbus Ave
Flour Bakery
1595 Washington St
Chocolee Chocolates
83 Pembroke St
Oakleaf Cakes Bake Shop
12 Westland Ave
Flour Bakery + Cafe
30 Dalton St
South End Buttery
314 Shawmut Ave
Chester Park
Chester Square
Piano Craft Garden
Worcester Street Community Garden
Frederick Douglass Green
Mida
782 Tremont St
South End Pizza & Grill
772 Tremont St
Middle East & Zuzu Restaurant & Nightclub Take Out Reservati
472 Massachusetts Ave
Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen
604 Columbus Ave
The Stork Club
604 Columbus Ave
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