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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Spacious rooms
- Fully modern apartment
- Laundry in building
- Living room
Location
551 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111, USA|Chinatown - Leather District
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Property Overview
The property at 551 Washington St offers hardwood floors and spacious, fully modern rooms with convenient laundry facilities. With strong value for money in its area, it is an ideal location for professionals working from home, fitness enthusiasts, and those seeking a vibrant social scene, highlighted by numerous parks, restaurants, and event hubs nearby. Its accessibility and commitment to environmental sustainability enhance its appeal further.
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.
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Eco living
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 551 Washington St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 57% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Chinatown - Leather District.
Deck Dining Room Dishwasher Hardwood Floors Laundry in Building Living Room Porch No Pets Apartment is fully modern and in excellent condition. Has lots of natural light, spacious rooms and a great location. It’s on the 57 MBTA bus route and the express 501 & 503 buses to downtown Boston & Copley Sq. and only 1 block from the 64. Easy access to both the city (close to Soldiers Field Rd/Storrow Drive) and the MA Turnpike. Just steps from Oak Square.
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 Washington St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.5 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Chinatown - Leather District |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02111 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Chinatown - Leather District
3-bedroom apartments at 551 Washington St cost about 57% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Chinatown - Leather District
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $3,943 |
| 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 | $3,940 |
| December 2025 | $4,225 |
| January 2026 | $4,275 |
| February 2026 | $4,200 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $7,895 |
| July 2024 | $6,900 |
| August 2024 | $6,900 |
| June 2025 | $7,056 |
| July 2025 | $6,885 |
| August 2025 | $6,773 |
| September 2025 | $6,850 |
| October 2025 | $6,520 |
| November 2025 | $6,423 |
| December 2025 | $6,952 |
| January 2026 | $6,994 |
| February 2026 | $7,254 |
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Schools near 551 Washington St
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
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ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
south boston, MA, 2127
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ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start
22 elm hill ave
dorchester, MA, 2121
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Webster Extension
548 broadway
everett, MA, 2149
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333 washington st
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Neighborhood
Chinatown - Leather District | 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 551 Washington St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 551 Washington St, 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
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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-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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