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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Yoga studio, fitness center
- Inner courtyard
Location
Street, Charlestown, MA 02129, USA|Medford Street - The Neck
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Property Overview
Aera earns a strong overall rating, reflecting solid value, excellent location, and a well-rounded mix of amenities. Notable features include a yoga studio, fitness center, and inner courtyard, while nearby pet services and plenty of photos add to its appeal and help renters get a clear sense of the property.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Images Available
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 655+ sqft | $3,650–$4,150 /mo | 9 units available | ||
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 888 sqft | $3,995 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 2BR/2.5BA | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | 1,048 sqft | $4,550 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,078+ sqft | $4,600–$5,400 /mo | 8 units available | ||
| 3BR/2.0BA | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,308+ sqft | $5,750–$6,900 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| 3BR/3.0BA | 3 bed | 3 bath | 1,502 sqft | $6,700 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Aera
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 127 |
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About Aera
Aera brings one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences to South Boston, with shared spaces that actually earn their place in your day. The rooftop deck with pergola, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit. A yoga studio, fitness center, and inner courtyard. A community room with full kitchen, bar, and electric fireplace. Bikeshare access on-site and 157 parking spaces available. Carson Beach and Castle Island are a short distance away, Broadway Street puts great restaurants and cafés within reach, and the Red Line at Broadway Station connects you to the rest of the city in minutes. At Aera, you're not near South Boston. You're in it.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Aera is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Aera has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Aera offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Aera is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Aera is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Aera does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Aera provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Aera is great for:
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 Aera compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 58 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 70 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 miles away
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Rent trends in Medford Street - The Neck
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 8% higher than 1-bedrooms in Medford Street - The Neck.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Aera to be 6% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Medford Street - The Neck.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Medford Street - The Neck
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,412 |
| 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 |
| February 2026 | $2,427 |
| March 2026 | $2,500 |
| April 2026 | $2,500 |
| May 2026 | $2,494 |
| June 2026 | $2,464 |
| July 2026 | $2,443 |
| August 2026 | $2,496 |
| September 2026 | $2,500 |
| October 2026 | $2,507 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | $2,670 |
| June 2026 | $2,809 |
| July 2026 | $2,734 |
| August 2026 | $2,895 |
| September 2026 | $2,855 |
| October 2026 | $2,764 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at Street?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $146,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,650.
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Schools near Aera
Webster Extension
548 broadway
everett, MA, 2149
PKPublic
Capic Head Start
67 crescent ave
chelsea, MA, 2150
PKPublic
Webster School
30 dartmouth st
everett, MA, 2149
PK, K-5Public
B-
ABCD South Boston Head Start
424 west broadway
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
Getting around Charlestown near Street
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for Street, Charlestown
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of 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 15-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
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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