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Highlights

  • Cozy atmosphere
  • Off-street parking
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Vibrant neighborhood
  • Gleaming hardwood floors
  • Soft carpeting

Location

Holyoke, MA 01040, USA
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Management

1-3 Beacon Street, LLC

Leasing office

(413) 533-5100

Property Overview

This property scores highly in various essential aspects, reflecting its overall appeal. With a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.4 and excellent price and location ratings, it offers exceptional value and convenience. Residents will also appreciate the cozy atmosphere, off-street parking, on-site laundry facilities, and gleaming hardwood floors, all situated in a vibrant neighborhood within proximity to top-rated schools.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$1,250 /mo1 unit availableExplore your potential new residence in the heart of Holyoke! These delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments exude charm and convenience, perfectly situated in a vibrant neighborhood. Residents will appreciate the option for off-street parking, which is available, ensuring a hassle-free parking experience. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities, eliminating those trips to laundromats. Inside, the apartments boast a warm and inviting ambiance with a combination of gleaming hardwood floors and soft carpeting, creating a cozy atmosphere perfect for relaxation or entertaining guests. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to enhance your living experience! Apply today and take your first step towards this exciting new chapter in your life! Qualification: 2x asking rent in minimum income 2 yrs rental history Pass a background and credit check Section 8 welcome NOTE: No showings until you have applied and have been pre-qualified. Units May vary from the pictures.

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Amenities for 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street

Apartment Amenities

Hot Water

Building

Cats OK

Grounds

Off-Street 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

Not Allowed 

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1

1 pet maximum.

Building details

Property details

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About 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street

HomeApartments in Holyoke 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street

Explore your potential new residence in the heart of Holyoke! These delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments exude charm and convenience, perfectly situated in a vibrant neighborhood. Residents will appreciate the option for off-street parking, which is available, ensuring a hassle-free parking experience. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities, eliminating those trips to laundromats. Inside, the apartments boast a warm and inviting ambiance with a combination of gleaming hardwood floors and soft carpeting, creating a cozy atmosphere perfect for relaxation or entertaining guests. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to enhance your living experience! Apply today and take your first step towards this exciting new chapter in your life! Qualification: 2x asking rent in minimum income 2 yrs rental history Pass a background and credit check Section 8 welcome NOTE: No showings until you have applied and have been pre-qualified. Units May vary from the pictures.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street
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.
76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street 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, 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street 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.
76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust 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·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 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street is great for:

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 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 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Holyoke

2-bedroom apartments at 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Holyoke.

Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Holyoke
A table of studio rental data trends in Holyoke
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$1,184
May 2025$1,174
October 2025$1,162

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$50,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near 76 - 253-257 Essex Street and 60-64 Locust Street

Joseph Metcalf School

2019 northampton st

holyoke, MA, 1040

PK, K-8Public
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Lt. Elmer J. McMahon Elementary School

75 kane rd

holyoke, MA, 1040

PK, K-8Public
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Getting around MA 01040 near Holyoke

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for Holyoke, MA 01040

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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