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78 W School St78 W School St, Boston, MA 02129, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $3,550–$4,924The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1–2 |
| Baths | 1–2 |
| Sqft | – |
5+ Days Ago
1 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 11 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 9 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02129 |
Units
78 W School St, Boston, MA
78 W School St Boston, MA
Available
104
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,550
New Listing
116
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,581
Available
412
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,605
Available
105
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,705
Available
411
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,770
Available
315
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,829
Available
404
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,525
Available
308
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,690
Available
417
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,924
Amenities for 78 W School St
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Residents Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Garage Parking
- Roof Deck
Unit Amenities
- Hardwood Floor
Policies at 78 W School St
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
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About 78 W School St
Enjoy city living at its finest at 78 W School St in Boston's historic Thompson Square - Bunker Hill neighborhood! This charming property offers 11 units, with options for 1 and 2 bedroom residences. Residents can take advantage of a range of amenities, including no broker's fee, convenient location, and comfortable living spaces. Additional amenities include on-site laundry, secure entry, and trash removal. One of the biggest perks of living here is the fantastic walkability to local shops, restaurants, and entertainment. With only a limited number of units, this is a unique opportunity to be part of a close-knit community in a highly sought-after neighborhood.
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Address details
| Units | 11 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 9 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02129 |
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 78 W School St, Boston, MA 02129, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in Boston
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% higher than 1-bedrooms in Thompson Square - Bunker Hill.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 78 W School St #116 to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Thompson Square - Bunker Hill.
Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Thompson Square - Bunker Hill
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,500 |
| December 2023 | $2,459 |
| January 2024 | $2,412 |
| February 2024 | $2,300 |
| March 2024 | $2,345 |
| April 2024 | $2,350 |
| May 2024 | $2,360 |
| June 2024 | $2,355 |
| July 2024 | $2,390 |
| August 2024 | $2,399 |
| September 2024 | $2,418 |
| October 2024 | $2,480 |
| November 2024 | $2,420 |
| December 2024 | $2,412 |
| January 2025 | $2,312 |
| February 2025 | $2,306 |
| March 2025 | $2,344 |
| April 2025 | $2,387 |
| May 2025 | $2,400 |
| June 2025 | $2,400 |
| July 2025 | $2,400 |
| August 2025 | $2,492 |
| September 2025 | $2,493 |
| October 2025 | $2,485 |
| November 2025 | $2,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,500 |
| December 2023 | $1,500 |
| January 2024 | $1,500 |
| February 2024 | $1,500 |
| March 2024 | $1,500 |
| April 2024 | $1,312 |
| May 2024 | $1,500 |
| June 2024 | $1,500 |
| July 2024 | $1,500 |
| August 2024 | $1,450 |
| September 2024 | $1,375 |
| October 2024 | $1,429 |
| November 2024 | $1,500 |
| December 2024 | $1,500 |
| January 2025 | $1,500 |
| February 2025 | $1,250 |
| March 2025 | $1,500 |
| April 2025 | $1,500 |
| May 2025 | $1,500 |
| June 2025 | $1,375 |
| July 2025 | $1,500 |
| August 2025 | $1,500 |
| September 2025 | $1,500 |
| October 2025 | $1,500 |
| November 2025 | $1,500 |
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Can I afford to live at 78 W School St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$148,200/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $148,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $3,705.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $4,950 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $4,032 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 78 W School St #116
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 78 W School St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
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 78 W School St, Boston
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Wide 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
9/10
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
8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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