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838 Saratoga St # 842, Boston, MA 02128, USA|Harbor View - Orient Heights
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Property Overview
838 & 842 Saratoga St is highly rated, featuring an 8.3 overall expert rating, with a perfect price rating of 10, indicating excellent value for its competitive pricing. The property showcases notable amenities and a prime location, with scores of 8 and 9, respectively, ensuring residents enjoy a superior living experience close to essential points of interest. Additionally, a trustworthiness rating of 7 reflects transparency in property management, contributing to a clear understanding of the rental experience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 838 & 842 Saratoga St - 842-1 | 3 bed | 1 bath | 900 sqft | $2,700 /mo | 3-Bed / 1-Bath Apartment with Parking – East Boston Well-maintained three-bedroom, one-bath apartment located in a convenient East Boston neighborhood. The unit features a functional, efficient layout with good natural light throughout, offering comfortable everyday living. The apartment includes a practical kitchen with adequate cabinet space, a comfortable living area, and three bedrooms suitable for flexible use. One off-street parking space included. No pets. No smoking. Conveniently located near public transportation, major routes, shops, and restaurants, providing easy access to downtown Boston and surrounding areas. Highlights: 3 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom Functional layout with good natural light 1 parking space included No pets / No smoking East Boston location close to transit and amenities Available for immediate occupancy. |
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About 838 & 842 Saratoga St
3-Bed / 1-Bath Apartment with Parking – East Boston Well-maintained three-bedroom, one-bath apartment located in a convenient East Boston neighborhood. The unit features a functional, efficient layout with good natural light throughout, offering comfortable everyday living. The apartment includes a practical kitchen with adequate cabinet space, a comfortable living area, and three bedrooms suitable for flexible use. One off-street parking space included. No pets. No smoking. Conveniently located near public transportation, major routes, shops, and restaurants, providing easy access to downtown Boston and surrounding areas. Highlights: 3 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom Functional layout with good natural light 1 parking space included No pets / No smoking East Boston location close to transit and amenities Available for immediate occupancy.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 838 & 842 Saratoga St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 838 & 842 Saratoga 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.
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.
838 & 842 Saratoga St 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, 838 & 842 Saratoga 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.
838 & 842 Saratoga 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 838 & 842 Saratoga 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·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.
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 838 & 842 Saratoga St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Harbor View - Orient Heights
3-bedroom apartments at 838 & 842 Saratoga St cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Harbor View - Orient Heights.
Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Harbor View - Orient Heights
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 | $2,550 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,225 |
| September 2025 | $2,187 |
| October 2025 | $2,258 |
| November 2025 | $1,660 |
| January 2026 | $2,075 |
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Can I afford to live at 838 Saratoga St # 842?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$108,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $108,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,700.
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Schools near 838 & 842 Saratoga St
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Boston near 838 Saratoga St # 842
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 838 Saratoga St # 842, Boston
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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