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656 Dorchester Avenue #2, Boston, Massachusetts 02127, United States|Columbus Park - Andrew Square
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Amenities for 656 Dorchester Avenue #2, Columbus Park - Andrew Square
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| Dishwasher | Oven/Range |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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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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Apartments in BostonColumbus Park - Andrew Square 656 Dorchester Avenue #2, Boston, Massachusetts 02127, United States
Apartments in BostonColumbus Park - Andrew Square 656 Dorchester Avenue #2, Boston, Massachusetts 02127, United StatesFee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $3,500 Security Deposit: $3,500 Cat Rent: $50 / month Dog Rent: $100 / month Parking Fee: $300 / month (optional)
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 656 Dorchester Avenue, Boston, MA 02127, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Columbus Park - Andrew Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02127 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Columbus Park - Andrew Square
3-bedroom apartments at 656 Dorchester Avenue #2 cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Columbus Park - Andrew Square
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $3,940 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $3,758 |
| January 2024 | $3,900 |
| February 2024 | $3,725 |
| March 2024 | $3,610 |
| April 2024 | $3,693 |
| May 2024 | $4,008 |
| June 2024 | $4,539 |
| July 2024 | $4,693 |
| August 2024 | $4,530 |
| September 2024 | $4,043 |
| October 2024 | $4,000 |
| November 2024 | $3,540 |
| December 2024 | $3,487 |
| January 2025 | $3,500 |
| February 2025 | $3,575 |
| March 2025 | $3,870 |
| April 2025 | $3,787 |
| May 2025 | $4,030 |
| June 2025 | $4,037 |
| July 2025 | $3,975 |
| August 2025 | $3,610 |
| September 2025 | $4,459 |
| October 2025 | $4,068 |
| November 2025 | $3,648 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$140,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $3,500 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,500 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $3,600 | 4 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,800 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 years ago | $1,600 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 years ago | $2,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 12 years ago | $2,700 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 656 Dorchester Avenue #2
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 656 Dorchester Avenue #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 656 Dorchester Avenue #2, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide 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
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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