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551 Poplar St, Roslindale, MA 02131, USA|Metropolitan Hill - Beach Street
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Property Overview
With 14 photos offering a quick look at the space and strong value for money compared with nearby properties, it provides a clear and appealing rental option. Nearby pet resources, outdoor spaces, and spectacular summer sunsets add to its overall appeal.
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- Images Available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 551 Poplar St, Metropolitan Hill - Beach Street
Features
| Air Conditioning | Forced Air |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Community
| Carport | Cats OK |
| Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Outdoor Space |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 551 Poplar St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 38% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Metropolitan Hill - Beach Street.
Directly overlooking the beautiful George Wright Golf Course. The real magic happens in the generous backyard, where the open landscape offers a panoramic backdrop for spectacular summer sunsets or a peaceful winter wonderland. Enjoy a one of a kind country-club lifestyle with the added bonus of the golf course functioning as a public park in the off-season right out your back door.
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 551 Poplar St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Metropolitan Hill - Beach Street |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02131 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Metropolitan Hill - Beach Street
2-bedroom apartments at 551 Poplar St cost about 38% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Metropolitan Hill - Beach Street
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $3,500 |
| 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 | $3,600 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $2,948 |
| August 2024 | $2,950 |
| September 2024 | $3,084 |
| October 2024 | $2,754 |
| November 2024 | $2,907 |
| December 2024 | $2,823 |
| January 2025 | $2,818 |
| February 2025 | $2,871 |
| March 2025 | $2,855 |
| April 2025 | $2,808 |
| May 2025 | $2,839 |
| June 2025 | $2,983 |
| July 2025 | $2,979 |
| August 2025 | $2,878 |
| September 2025 | $2,788 |
| October 2025 | $2,776 |
| November 2025 | $2,806 |
| December 2025 | $2,819 |
| January 2026 | $2,780 |
| February 2026 | $2,740 |
| March 2026 | $2,902 |
| April 2026 | $2,954 |
| May 2026 | $2,995 |
| June 2026 | $2,980 |
| July 2026 | $3,033 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 551 Poplar St
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
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Metropolitan Hill - Beach Street | Boston, MA
Getting around Roslindale near 551 Poplar St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 551 Poplar St, Roslindale
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within a short drive
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