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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Stainless steel appliances
- Granite counter-tops
- Good storage space
Location
718 Shawmut Ave #2, Boston, MA 02119, USA|Lower Roxbury
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Property Overview
Featuring hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops, this property offers ample storage space. With 385 restaurants within a mile and 92 parks nearby, the vibrant social life and accessible environment enhance its appeal. The proximity to a top-rated high school and available public transit options further contribute to the property's desirability in a diverse and walkable community.
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
High school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 718 Shawmut Ave #2, Lower Roxbury
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 718 Shawmut Ave #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 34% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Lower Roxbury.
Roxbury/South End section of Boston. Nearby Northestern University. This spacious unit offers stainless-steel appliances, hardwood floors, granite counter-tops and good storage space. An added bonus is the location with the close proximity to Public Transportation, Longwood Medical Area, Shopping Mall Roxbury/South End section of Boston. Nearby Northeastern University. This spacious unit offers stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, granite counter-tops and good storage space. An added bonus is the location with the close proximity to Public Transportation, Longwood Medical Area, Shopping Mall
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 718 Shawmut Ave #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lower Roxbury |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02119 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lower Roxbury
3-bedroom apartments at 718 Shawmut Ave #2 cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Boston.
Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Lower Roxbury
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 | $3,883 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $4,860 |
| January 2024 | $4,850 |
| February 2024 | $4,800 |
| March 2024 | $4,898 |
| April 2024 | $4,886 |
| May 2024 | $4,998 |
| June 2024 | $4,954 |
| July 2024 | $4,574 |
| August 2024 | $4,510 |
| September 2024 | $4,562 |
| October 2024 | $4,498 |
| November 2024 | $5,020 |
| December 2024 | $5,162 |
| January 2025 | $5,212 |
| February 2025 | $5,250 |
| March 2025 | $5,220 |
| April 2025 | $5,156 |
| May 2025 | $5,108 |
| June 2025 | $5,074 |
| July 2025 | $5,098 |
| August 2025 | $4,928 |
| September 2025 | $4,829 |
| October 2025 | $4,549 |
| November 2025 | $4,657 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 718 Shawmut Ave #2
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Lower Roxbury | 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 718 Shawmut Ave #2
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
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 718 Shawmut Ave #2, Boston
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
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
8/10
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
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Toro
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Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen
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Wally's Cafe Jazz Club
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Flour Bakery
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3-Angles
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Eliot Cemetery
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Dayib Cafe
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Tropical Foods
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J's Cafe
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A Z BBQ & House of Pizza
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