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478 Massachusetts Ave #2, Boston, MA 02118, USA|South End
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Elementary school nearby
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Great for
Social life
Amenities for 478 Massachusetts Ave #2, South End
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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Applicants
One-time.
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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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About 478 Massachusetts Ave #2
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L85081430507967
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 478 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | South End |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02118 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in South End
2-bedroom apartments at 478 Massachusetts Ave #2 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
South End
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| June 2026 | $3,597 |
| July 2026 | $3,575 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $4,096 |
| September 2024 | $4,165 |
| October 2024 | $4,285 |
| November 2024 | $4,196 |
| December 2024 | $4,085 |
| January 2025 | $3,974 |
| February 2025 | $4,112 |
| March 2025 | $4,235 |
| April 2025 | $4,275 |
| May 2025 | $4,220 |
| June 2025 | $4,137 |
| July 2025 | $4,163 |
| August 2025 | $4,126 |
| September 2025 | $4,090 |
| October 2025 | $4,018 |
| November 2025 | $4,000 |
| December 2025 | $3,988 |
| January 2026 | $4,080 |
| February 2026 | $4,129 |
| March 2026 | $4,249 |
| April 2026 | $4,300 |
| May 2026 | $4,302 |
| June 2026 | $4,300 |
| July 2026 | $4,213 |
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Can I afford to live at 478 Massachusetts Ave #2?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$158,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $158,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,950.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 months ago | $4,600 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $4,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,700 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,795 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,300 | 2 bed | 1.5 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 |
Schools near 478 Massachusetts Ave #2
ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
south boston, MA, 2127
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ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
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ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start
22 elm hill ave
dorchester, MA, 2121
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Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
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ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
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Neighborhood
South End | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 478 Massachusetts Ave #2
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
9/10
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 #2, Boston
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' 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 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
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