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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Ample space
  • Central air

Location

226 Princeton St # 228, Boston, MA 02128, USA|Eagle Hill
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Property Overview

226-228 Princeton St offers excellent overall value, earning strong expert scores for price, amenities, and especially location, with convenient access to nearby top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools. Residents can expect comfortable living with features like hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, ample space, and central air, supported by a solid trustworthiness rating reflecting clear, detailed property information.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 226-228 Princeton St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 226-228 Princeton St. 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
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

3 Bed 2 Bath3 bed2 bath910 sqft$3,795 /mo

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Amenities for 226-228 Princeton St.

Apartment Amenities

Washer

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Controlled AccessOnsite Laundry
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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 226-228 Princeton St.

HomeApartments in BostonEagle Hill 226-228 Princeton St.

Welcome to your new home in East Boston, MA! This stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment offers a blend of comfort, style, and convenience. The apartment is equipped with central air to keep you cool during the summer months, and a washer/dryer for your laundry needs. Parking is available for an additional fee, making commuting a breeze. The kitchen provides stainless steel appliances and ample space for meal preparation. The hardwood floors add a touch of elegance and are easy to maintain. For your security, the apartment features combination keypad locks. The building is a smart building, equipped with the latest technology for your convenience. And for those who have furry friends, this apartment is pet-friendly (approval required). Experience the best of East Boston living in this modern, well-appointed apartment.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 226-228 Princeton St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 226-228 Princeton St. 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 226-228 Princeton St.
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.
226-228 Princeton St. 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·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, 226-228 Princeton St. 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.
226-228 Princeton St. 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 226-228 Princeton St. 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.
226-228 Princeton St. 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.

226-228 Princeton St. is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 32 parks within a mile

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 226-228 Princeton St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Eagle Hill

3-bedroom apartments at 226-228 Princeton St. cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Eagle Hill.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Eagle Hill
Boston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,800
July 2024$2,800
August 2024$2,800
September 2024$2,815
October 2024$2,890
November 2024$2,933
December 2024$2,906
January 2025$2,825
February 2025$2,831
March 2025$2,850
April 2025$2,868
May 2025$2,877
June 2025$2,850
July 2025$2,873
August 2025$2,959
September 2025$2,910
October 2025$2,900
November 2025$2,899
December 2025$2,894
January 2026$2,926
February 2026$2,943
March 2026$3,021
April 2026$2,998
May 2026$2,999
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Eagle Hill
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,366
July 2024$2,350
August 2024$2,248
September 2024$2,150
October 2024$2,168
November 2024$2,280
December 2024$2,387
January 2025$2,175
February 2025$2,225
March 2025$2,460
April 2025$2,616
May 2025$2,490
June 2025$2,490
July 2025$2,457
August 2025$2,250
September 2025$2,283
October 2025$2,175
November 2025$2,016
December 2025$1,995
January 2026$2,060
February 2026$2,128
March 2026$2,156
April 2026$2,249
May 2026$2,114

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Can I afford to live at 226 Princeton St # 228?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$151,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $151,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,795.
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Schools near 226-228 Princeton St.

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
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Getting around Boston near 226 Princeton St # 228

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 226 Princeton St # 228, Boston

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of 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 10-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 226 Princeton St # 228

Tienda Taqueria
257 Princeton St
Super Ahorro Grocery & Food
300 Bennington St
Sava's Market
150 Bennington St
Portillo Food Market
44 Brooks St
Elvalle De La Sultana Market
121 Bennington St

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