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78 W School St78 W School St, Boston, MA 02129, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $4,314–$4,964The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1–2 |
| Baths | 1–2 |
| Sqft | – |
5+ Days Ago
2 Bed 2 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 16 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 7 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02129 |
Units
78 W School St, Boston, MA
78 W School St Boston, MA
Available
514
1 Bed
1.5 Baths
$4,314
Available
304
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,448
Available
305
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,465
Available
307
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,639
New Listing
417
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,643
Available
404
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,658
Available
509
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,964
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
- Roof Deck
- Garage Parking
Unit Amenities
- Hardwood Floor
Policies at 78 W School St
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 78 W School St
Discover the charm of city living at 78 W School St in Boston's historic Thompson Square - Bunker Hill neighborhood. This intimate 16-unit property offers a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom residences. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including no broker's fee, convenient on-site laundry, and the benefits of a pet-friendly community. Additional perks include secure entry and on-site management for added peace of mind. Plus, with its prime location, you'll be just steps from the best of Boston's shopping, dining, and entertainment options. With only a limited number of units, this is a rare opportunity to join a close-knit community in one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods.
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Address details
| Units | 16 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 7 |
| 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 14% 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 #417 to be 0% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Thompson Square - Bunker Hill.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Thompson Square - Bunker Hill
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,496 |
| December 2025 | $2,500 |
| January 2026 | $2,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $1,500 |
| January 2026 | $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
$172,560/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $172,560 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $4,314.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $4,608 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,544 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,724 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,997 | 1 bed | 1.5 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,581 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,705 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,829 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $4,690 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,550 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 78 W School St #417
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
9/10
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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Zume's Coffee House
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Warren Tavern Restaurant
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Tangierino Brassserie
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Waverly Kitchen & Bar
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La Saison
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Tatte Bakery & Cafe
40 Warren St
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Polkadog Bakery
50 Terminal St
Swiss Bakers
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Austin & Main Plaza
Mishawam Playlots
99 Restaurants
31 Austin St
Whole Foods Market
27 Austin St
Dunkin'
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Zume's Coffee House
221 Main St
Sweet Rice
187 Main St
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