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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Quartz countertops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Custom cabinets
  • Open kitchen concept
  • Tiled bathroom
  • Frameless glass shower

Location

656 Saratoga St, East Boston, MA 02128, USA|Harbor View - Orient Heights
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Management

The Grid Boston

Leasing office

(617) 412-3240

Property Overview

656 Saratoga Street presents an impressive combination of features and ratings, including a Zumper expert rating of 9 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters. The property stands out with exceptional amenities, such as quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, earning a perfect amenities rating of 10. With a competitive price rating of 9 and a prime location, it provides convenient access to key points of interest, while also demonstrating transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 7. Overall, it offers a balanced and attractive living experience.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
656 Saratoga Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath660+ sqft$2,650–$2,900 /mo2 units available
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath845 sqft$3,116 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy this spacious newly constructed two bedroom apartment at 656 Saratoga St. Luxury touches throughout unit. Premium finishes compliment the open concept kitchen. Custom cabinets, Quartz countertops, Stainless Steel appliances and luxury lighting. The tiled bathroom features a frameless glass shower. No more trips to the laundry mat or common laundry rooms with this apartment you will also get in unit washer and dryer! Living area is flooded with natural light from oversized windows. Two bedrooms open the opportunity for a study room or home office for students and workers alike!

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Amenities for 656 Saratoga Street

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKCentral Heat & A/C
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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

Allowed 
Limit1

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1

Parking

Assigned ParkingContact for Price
Building details

Property details

Units31
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About 656 Saratoga Street

HomeApartments in BostonHarbor View - Orient Heights 656 Saratoga Street

- Enjoy this spacious newly constructed two bedroom apartment at 656 Saratoga St. Luxury touches throughout unit. Premium finishes compliment the open concept kitchen. Custom cabinets, Quartz countertops, Stainless Steel appliances and luxury lighting. The tiled bathroom features a frameless glass shower. No more trips to the laundry mat or common laundry rooms with this apartment you will also get in unit washer and dryer! Living area is flooded with natural light from oversized windows. Two bedrooms open the opportunity for a study room or home office for students and workers alike!


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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
656 Saratoga Street is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Price, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 656 Saratoga Street
Price·9A 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.
656 Saratoga Street stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
656 Saratoga Street stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
656 Saratoga Street 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·9A 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.
656 Saratoga Street has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
656 Saratoga Street 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.

656 Saratoga Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Saratoga Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 102 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Harbor View - Orient Heights

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% lower than 1-bedrooms in Harbor View - Orient Heights.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 656 Saratoga Street to be 7% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Harbor View - Orient Heights.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Harbor View - Orient Heights
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$2,450
October 2023$2,506
November 2023$2,522
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$2,490
A table of studio rental data trends in Harbor View - Orient Heights
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$2,408
October 2023$2,397
November 2023$2,398
December 2023$2,415
January 2024$2,415
February 2024$2,336
March 2024$2,280
April 2024$1,936
May 2024$2,183
June 2024$2,235
July 2024$2,200
August 2024$2,175
October 2024$2,300
November 2024$2,189
December 2024$2,028
January 2025$2,350
February 2025$2,316
March 2025$2,236
April 2025$2,300
May 2025$2,351
June 2025$2,365
July 2025$2,300
August 2025$2,238

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$106,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $106,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,650.
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Schools near 656 Saratoga Street

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around East Boston near 656 Saratoga St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 656 Saratoga St, East Boston

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
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

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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