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521 Massachusetts Ave #5, Boston, MA 02118, USA|Lower Roxbury
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Pet owners
Amenities for 521 Massachusetts Ave #5, Lower Roxbury
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Business Center | Cats OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
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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
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 521 Massachusetts Ave #5
Spacious and updated 3 bed with open kitchen in a professionally managed building, ideal for students and professionals looking for value and convenience! This apartment offers great features such as: * Hardwood floors throughout * Spacious living area * Ample closet space * Separate kitchen with full appliances * Large bedrooms with space for bed and desk * In a professionally managed building * Laundry in the building * Convenient location near many shops, restaurants, cafes, T stops and more * Close to major colleges, hospitals, schools, businesses and other landmarks In person and virtual tours available!
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 521 Massachusetts Avenue, 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
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lower Roxbury |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02118 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lower Roxbury
3-bedroom apartments at 521 Massachusetts Ave #5 cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Lower Roxbury
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $3,800 |
| December 2023 | $3,900 |
| January 2024 | $3,925 |
| February 2024 | $3,900 |
| March 2024 | $3,935 |
| April 2024 | $3,975 |
| 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 | $3,850 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $4,800 |
| December 2023 | $4,860 |
| January 2024 | $4,850 |
| February 2024 | $4,800 |
| March 2024 | $4,898 |
| April 2024 | $4,886 |
| May 2024 | $4,998 |
| June 2024 | $4,954 |
| July 2024 | $4,574 |
| August 2024 | $4,510 |
| September 2024 | $4,562 |
| October 2024 | $4,498 |
| November 2024 | $5,020 |
| December 2024 | $5,162 |
| January 2025 | $5,212 |
| February 2025 | $5,250 |
| March 2025 | $5,220 |
| April 2025 | $5,156 |
| May 2025 | $5,108 |
| June 2025 | $5,074 |
| July 2025 | $5,098 |
| August 2025 | $4,928 |
| September 2025 | $4,829 |
| October 2025 | $4,549 |
| November 2025 | $4,500 |
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Can I afford to live at 521 Massachusetts Ave #5?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$192,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $192,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,800.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $5,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 521 Massachusetts Ave #5
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Lower Roxbury | 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 521 Massachusetts Ave #5
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
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 521 Massachusetts Ave #5, 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
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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