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Highlights
- Washer and dryer
- Spacious living room
- Renovated bathroom kitchen
- Refinished hardwood floors
Location
514 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA|South End
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Property Overview
Located in Boston’s South End, 514 Massachusetts Ave offers a highly walkable urban setting with strong access to public transit, dining, shopping, and nearby green space. Its mix of historic character, neighborhood amenities, and central location makes it appealing for those seeking convenience and city 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
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Amenities for 514 Massachusetts Ave, South End
Apartment Amenities
| Baseboard | Fireplace |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Floor Number: 4 |
Other
| None (Cooling) |
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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About 514 Massachusetts Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 19% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in South End.
Property Status: Active Available as early as July 1. Renovated bathroom kitchen and other improvements. Sunny South facing 2 bedroom apartment located in the sought out South End! Enjoy an open kitchen with granite countertops, spacious living room with fireplace, refinished hardwood floors. The bedrooms get plenty of light and have double door closet space. Location is a huge PLUS! You are steps away from Chester Park and a block away the T stop, and restaurants. The medical facilities are near by and you have easy access to downtown Boston. Washer and Dryer in building free of charge. Office Phone: (857) 297-2000 Copyright © 2026 Engel & Völkers. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 514 Massachusetts Ave Apt 4, Boston, MA 02118, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
- 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 514 Massachusetts Ave cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
South End
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $3,535 |
| July 2024 | $3,512 |
| 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 | $3,600 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $4,000 |
| July 2024 | $4,025 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 514 Massachusetts Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $3,000 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,950 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 12 years ago | $2,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 514 Massachusetts Ave
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
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 514 Massachusetts Ave
Walking
10/10
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
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 514 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
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
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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