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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood floors
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Refrigerator
  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Open-concept layout

Location

121 Centre St, Boston, MA 02119, USA|Highland Park
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Groma

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(844) 913-7494 ext. 1479

Property Overview

121 Centre Street offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and well-rounded living, with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.1 out of 10, including especially high marks for price and location. It also features hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, an in-unit washer and dryer, an open-concept layout, and a dishwasher, while 25 photos provide a helpful preview 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 121 Centre Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 121 Centre 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

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Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

121 Centre Street - 41 bed1 bath$2,350 /moThis 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment has hardwood floors and an assigned parking spot for rent. The full kitchen appliance package includes a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and stove. Common laundry is available in the building. Set in Roxbury, this 10-unit building is about a 10-minute walk from Jackson Square on the Orange Line, with Roxbury Crossing on the same line about 11 minutes away. The shops and restaurants along Tremont Street are a short walk away. This is a student-friendly building, with Roxbury Community College nearby and Northeastern University stops away on the Orange Line. Photos shown are representative of this apartment's layout, finishes, and amenities. They may be from a similar Groma apartment, not this exact unit. Renting with Groma means a centralized in-house team across every property, handling move-in coordination, maintenance requests, and resident support. Groma owns and operates apartment buildings across Greater Boston. Each rental includes: - No brok
121 Centre Street - 22 bed1 bath$2,995 /moThis 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment has hardwood floors and an assigned parking spot for rent. The full kitchen appliance package includes a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and stove. Common laundry is available in the building. Located in Roxbury, this 10-unit building is about a 10-minute walk from Jackson Square on the Orange Line, with Roxbury Crossing on the same line about 11 minutes away. The shops and restaurants along Tremont Street are a short walk away. This is a student-friendly building, with Roxbury Community College nearby and Northeastern University stops away on the Orange Line. Renting with Groma means a centralized in-house team across every property, handling move-in coordination, maintenance requests, and resident support. Groma owns and operates apartment buildings across Greater Boston. Each rental includes: - No broker fee when leasing direct with Groma - Flexible security deposit based on qualifications - In-house maintenance with 24/7 emergency response - In

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HomeApartments in BostonHighland Park 121 Centre Street

This 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment has hardwood floors and an assigned parking spot for rent. The full kitchen appliance package includes a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, and stove. Common laundry is available in the building. Set in Roxbury, this 10-unit building is about a 10-minute walk from Jackson Square on the Orange Line, with Roxbury Crossing on the same line about 11 minutes away. The shops and restaurants along Tremont Street are a short walk away. This is a student-friendly building, with Roxbury Community College nearby and Northeastern University stops away on the Orange Line. Photos shown are representative of this apartment's layout, finishes, and amenities. They may be from a similar Groma apartment, not this exact unit. Renting with Groma means a centralized in-house team across every property, handling move-in coordination, maintenance requests, and resident support. Groma owns and operates apartment buildings across Greater Boston. Each rental includes: - No broker fee when leasing direct with Groma - Flexible security deposit based on qualifications - In-house maintenance with 24/7 emergency response - Integrated smart technology and online resident portal - Pet-friendly building Utilities not included in rent: - Rubbish removal service - Water and sewage - Electricity - Radiant Heat - Electric


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 121 Centre Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 121 Centre 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 121 Centre 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.
121 Centre 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·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, 121 Centre 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.
121 Centre 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 121 Centre 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.

121 Centre Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • A bustling neighborhood

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 53 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 121 Centre Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Highland Park

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% lower than 1-bedrooms in Highland Park.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 121 Centre Street to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Highland Park.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,350
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$2,500
February 2026$2,427
March 2026$2,500
April 2026$2,500
May 2026$2,494
June 2026$2,470
A table of studio rental data trends in Highland Park
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$1,975

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Schools near 121 Centre Street

ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start

22 elm hill ave

dorchester, MA, 2121

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Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road

333 washington st

brookline, MA, 2445

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ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer

125 mercer st

south boston, MA, 2127

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ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

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Allston Head Start & Children's Services

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

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Getting around Boston near 121 Centre St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
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 121 Centre St, Boston

Groceries

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

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
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

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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