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538 Massachusetts Ave #3, Boston, MA 02118, USA|South End
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Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
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Amenities for 538 Massachusetts Ave #3, South End
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 538 Massachusetts Ave #3
538 Massachusetts Ave., #3 is a spacious and well-laid-out 2-bedroom rental in the heart of the South End, available for 9/1/2026. Offering approximately 890 square feet, this full floor-through home provides an appealing blend of character, functionality, and location. The apartment features two well-proportioned bedrooms, one full bath, and a comfortable layout that works well for roommates, couples, or anyone needing extra space for a home office. Natural light and classic South End charm make this home especially inviting. Located in a professionally maintained condominium building, the property also offers laundry in the building, pet-friendly living, and parking availability, with both available parking and street parking options. Electricity is the heat source. A one-month broker fee is offered by the landlord. Set along Massachusetts Avenue, this location offers convenient access to the South End s acclaimed restaurants, cafes, neighborhood shops, public transportation
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 538 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02118, US 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
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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 538 Massachusetts Ave #3 cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
South End
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $3,500 |
| May 2024 | $3,500 |
| June 2024 | $3,531 |
| 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 | $3,600 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $4,200 |
| May 2024 | $3,991 |
| June 2024 | $3,979 |
| 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 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $3,700 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,195 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $3,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $3,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $2,950 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 538 Massachusetts Ave #3
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
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
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Neighborhood
South End | Boston, MA
Getting around Boston near 538 Massachusetts Ave #3
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 538 Massachusetts Ave #3, Boston
Groceries
9/10
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 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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