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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Quartz countertops
  • Balcony
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Centrally located
  • Well maintained building
  • Street parking

Location

8 Kenwood St, Dorchester, MA 02124, USA|St. Marks
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Management

East Cottage Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 326-6607 ext. 4325

Property Overview

8 Kenwood St stands out with an expert Zumper rating of 8.3/10, driven by an exceptional 10/10 price score that reflects strong value, plus solid trustworthiness at 7/10. Residents can expect an elevated standard of living from its 8/10 amenities, a highly convenient 9/10 location near key destinations and a top-rated middle school less than half a mile away.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 8 Kenwood St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8 Kenwood 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Pet friendly

Floor plans

8 Kenwood St - 62 bed1 bath800 sqft$2,750 /moAvailable June 1. Welcome to 8 Kenwood, located in a well maintained building, with hot water included. 2 bed/ 1 bath luxurious feel with quartz countertops, kitchen island, stainless steel appliances, and balcony! This apartment is centrally located,with many shops and grocery store around the corner and WALKING DISTANCE, .3 MILES to Shawmut RED LINE stop. Common laundry is located in the basement. Apartment is de-leaded. First month rent and security deposit is due to move inside. Street parking only. Video:https youtu be FdSTIW9UOOk

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Amenities for 8 Kenwood St

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 8 Kenwood St

HomeApartments in BostonSt. Marks 8 Kenwood St

Available June 1. Welcome to 8 Kenwood, located in a well maintained building, with hot water included. 2 bed/ 1 bath luxurious feel with quartz countertops, kitchen island, stainless steel appliances, and balcony! This apartment is centrally located,with many shops and grocery store around the corner and WALKING DISTANCE, .3 MILES to Shawmut RED LINE stop. Common laundry is located in the basement. Apartment is de-leaded. First month rent and security deposit is due to move inside. Street parking only. Video:https youtu be FdSTIW9UOOk


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 8 Kenwood St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8 Kenwood 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 8 Kenwood St
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.
8 Kenwood 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, 8 Kenwood 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.
8 Kenwood 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 8 Kenwood 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.
8 Kenwood 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.

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 8 Kenwood St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
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Rent trends in St. Marks

2-bedroom apartments at 8 Kenwood St cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in St. Marks.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
St. Marks
Boston
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,800
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$2,997
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in St. Marks
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,450
June 2024$2,555
July 2024$2,650
August 2024$2,650
October 2024$2,681
November 2024$2,662
January 2025$2,200
February 2025$2,150
March 2025$2,100
April 2025$2,100
August 2025$2,484
September 2025$2,560
October 2025$2,702
November 2025$2,591
December 2025$2,490
January 2026$2,492
February 2026$2,512
March 2026$2,490
April 2026$2,490
May 2026$2,490

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$110,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $110,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,750.
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Schools near 8 Kenwood St

ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start

22 elm hill ave

dorchester, MA, 2121

PKPublic

ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer

125 mercer st

south boston, MA, 2127

PKPublic

ABCD South Boston Head Start

424 west broadway

south boston, MA, 2127

PKPublic

Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road

333 washington st

brookline, MA, 2445

PKPublic

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic
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Getting around Dorchester near 8 Kenwood St

Walking

10/10
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

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 8 Kenwood St, Dorchester

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

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 walking distance

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