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578 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA|South End
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About 578 Columbus Ave
Bright, Spacious, Student Friendly, 1st Floor, 4BR/2BA in the South End! Perfect for NEU Students and Young Professionals! This sun-filled offering features high ceilings, exposed brick accents, an open floor plan, a spacious living room, four equal bedrooms, a modern, fully applianced kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliance package, dishwasher, disposal and microwave, two modern baths, laundry on site, parking for rent and H/HW included! BROKER FEE PAID BY LL!
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 578 Columbus Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
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- 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 | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in South End
4-bedroom apartments at 578 Columbus Ave cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
South End
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $4,800 |
| April 2024 | $4,748 |
| May 2024 | $4,700 |
| June 2024 | $4,670 |
| July 2024 | $4,687 |
| August 2024 | $4,620 |
| September 2024 | $4,736 |
| October 2024 | $4,746 |
| November 2024 | $5,110 |
| December 2024 | $5,350 |
| January 2025 | $5,187 |
| February 2025 | $5,125 |
| March 2025 | $5,000 |
| April 2025 | $5,000 |
| May 2025 | $4,934 |
| June 2025 | $4,837 |
| July 2025 | $4,800 |
| August 2025 | $4,800 |
| September 2025 | $4,800 |
| October 2025 | $4,798 |
| November 2025 | $5,020 |
| December 2025 | $5,548 |
| January 2026 | $5,639 |
| February 2026 | $5,390 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $7,200 |
| April 2024 | $4,700 |
| May 2024 | $4,866 |
| June 2024 | $3,197 |
| July 2024 | $2,816 |
| August 2024 | $4,432 |
| September 2024 | $3,160 |
| October 2024 | $2,802 |
| November 2024 | $7,095 |
| December 2024 | $7,500 |
| January 2025 | $6,537 |
| February 2025 | $6,400 |
| March 2025 | $6,200 |
| April 2025 | $5,887 |
| May 2025 | $6,244 |
| June 2025 | $4,937 |
| July 2025 | $6,400 |
| January 2026 | $6,800 |
| February 2026 | $7,064 |
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Schools near 578 Columbus 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
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Neighborhood
South End | 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 578 Columbus Ave
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
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 578 Columbus Ave, 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
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
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
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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SRV Boston
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Wally's Cafe Jazz Club
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Five Horses Tavern
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Flour Bakery
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