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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Professionally managed
- Large windows
- Heat and hot water included
- High ceilings
- Easy access
Location
509 Columbus Ave #3, Boston, MA 02118, USA|South End
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Sarah Herbert
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Property Overview
509 Columbus Ave #3 offers hardwood floors, high ceilings, and large windows that help create a bright, comfortable living space. Professionally managed with heat and hot water included, it also provides easy access and convenient everyday living.
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- High school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Wellness
Amenities for 509 Columbus Ave #3, South End
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Heat/Hot Water Included |
| High Ceilings |
Building
| 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.
Policies and fees
Applicants
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 509 Columbus Ave #3
Sweet deal!
This listing is 35% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in South End.
DECEMBER 1 - South End 2nd floor one bedroom on Columbus Avenue! This unit has high ceilings, large windows, hardwood floors and heat and hot water included. Common laundry in the basement and is professionally managed. Great location in the heart of the South End with easy access to the T, The Prudential Center and local restaurants and shopping. Sorry, no pets, no undergrad students.
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 509 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 miles away
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 5.0 miles from public transportation
Address details
| Neighborhood | South End |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02118 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in South End
1-bedroom apartments at 509 Columbus Ave #3 cost about 35% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
South End
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,941 |
| December 2024 | $2,906 |
| January 2025 | $2,825 |
| February 2025 | $2,831 |
| March 2025 | $2,850 |
| April 2025 | $2,868 |
| May 2025 | $2,877 |
| June 2025 | $2,850 |
| July 2025 | $2,873 |
| August 2025 | $2,959 |
| September 2025 | $2,910 |
| October 2025 | $2,900 |
| November 2025 | $2,899 |
| December 2025 | $2,894 |
| January 2026 | $2,926 |
| February 2026 | $2,943 |
| March 2026 | $3,021 |
| April 2026 | $2,998 |
| May 2026 | $2,999 |
| June 2026 | $2,950 |
| July 2026 | $2,915 |
| August 2026 | $2,963 |
| September 2026 | $2,997 |
| October 2026 | $3,019 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,300 |
| December 2024 | $3,295 |
| January 2025 | $3,300 |
| February 2025 | $3,407 |
| March 2025 | $3,444 |
| April 2025 | $3,507 |
| May 2025 | $3,537 |
| June 2025 | $3,430 |
| July 2025 | $3,416 |
| August 2025 | $3,476 |
| September 2025 | $3,488 |
| October 2025 | $3,471 |
| November 2025 | $3,462 |
| December 2025 | $3,450 |
| January 2026 | $3,413 |
| February 2026 | $3,371 |
| March 2026 | $3,473 |
| April 2026 | $3,493 |
| May 2026 | $3,552 |
| June 2026 | $3,555 |
| July 2026 | $3,613 |
| August 2026 | $3,746 |
| September 2026 | $3,672 |
| October 2026 | $3,566 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 509 Columbus Ave #3?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$92,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 months ago | $2,600 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Studio, 1 Bath | 3 months ago | $2,075 | Studio | 1 bath | |
| 2 years ago | $2,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 2 years ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 years ago | $2,050 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 5 years ago | $2,000 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 years ago | $1,650 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 years ago | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 years ago | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 509 Columbus Ave #3
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
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
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
Neighborhood
South End | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 509 Columbus Ave #3
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
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 509 Columbus Ave #3, 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
9/10
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
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