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242 Fort Pleasant Ave #2L, Springfield, MA 01108, USA|Forest Park
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Property Overview
242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L earns strong marks for value, amenities, and location, with an overall rating of 8 out of 10 and especially high price and location scores. It also stands out for walkable access to nearby areas, 121 mixed-use spaces, 52 restaurants within a mile, and a diverse mix of age groups in the neighborhood.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,800 /mo | Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom apartment in the desirable Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield. This bright and spacious unit features a modern kitchen, updated bathroom, hardwood and luxury vinyl flooring, generous closet space, and a functional layout designed for comfortable living. Heat and cooking gas is included in the rent. Residents also enjoy coin-operated laundry in the building, first-come, first-served off-street parking, and convenient access to parks, shopping, restaurants, public transportation, and major highways. Requirements: All applicants age 18 or older must complete credit, background, criminal-history, and rental-history screening. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient verifiable income or lawful resources to pay their portion of the rent. As a general guideline, household income should equal at least three times the applicant-paid portion of the monthly rent. All lawful sources of income and rental assistance are considered. |
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Amenities for 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L
Apartment Amenities
| Gas | Hardwood Floor |
| Water |
Appliances
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom apartment in the desirable Forest Park neighborhood of Springfield. This bright and spacious unit features a modern kitchen, updated bathroom, hardwood and luxury vinyl flooring, generous closet space, and a functional layout designed for comfortable living. Heat and cooking gas is included in the rent. Residents also enjoy coin-operated laundry in the building, first-come, first-served off-street parking, and convenient access to parks, shopping, restaurants, public transportation, and major highways. Requirements: All applicants age 18 or older must complete credit, background, criminal-history, and rental-history screening. Applicants must demonstrate sufficient verifiable income or lawful resources to pay their portion of the rent. As a general guideline, household income should equal at least three times the applicant-paid portion of the monthly rent. All lawful sources of income and rental assistance are considered.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L 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·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.
242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L 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·9A 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.
242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L 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 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L 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.
242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L is great 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 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Forest Park
2-bedroom apartments at 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L cost about 13% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Forest Park.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Forest Park
Springfield
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,349 |
| September 2024 | $1,378 |
| October 2024 | $1,334 |
| November 2024 | $1,275 |
| December 2024 | $1,237 |
| January 2025 | $1,268 |
| February 2025 | $1,309 |
| March 2025 | $1,240 |
| April 2025 | $1,300 |
| May 2025 | $1,340 |
| June 2025 | $1,303 |
| July 2025 | $1,302 |
| August 2025 | $1,296 |
| September 2025 | $1,275 |
| October 2025 | $1,282 |
| November 2025 | $1,302 |
| December 2025 | $1,303 |
| January 2026 | $1,283 |
| February 2026 | $1,282 |
| March 2026 | $1,297 |
| April 2026 | $1,300 |
| May 2026 | $1,270 |
| June 2026 | $1,304 |
| July 2026 | $1,314 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,245 |
| December 2024 | $1,100 |
| January 2025 | $1,112 |
| February 2025 | $1,050 |
| March 2025 | $1,072 |
| April 2025 | $1,215 |
| May 2025 | $1,247 |
| June 2025 | $1,247 |
| July 2025 | $1,232 |
| August 2025 | $1,203 |
| September 2025 | $1,230 |
| October 2025 | $1,250 |
| November 2025 | $1,195 |
| December 2025 | $1,243 |
| January 2026 | $1,228 |
| February 2026 | $1,251 |
| March 2026 | $1,269 |
| April 2026 | $1,256 |
| May 2026 | $1,200 |
| June 2026 | $1,237 |
| July 2026 | $1,266 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 242 Fort Pleasant Ave #2L?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$72,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $72,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,800.
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Schools near 242 Fort Pleasant Avenue, Unit 2L
Sumner Avenue Elementary School
45 sumner ave
springfield, MA, 1108
PK, K-5Public
C
Early Childhood Education Center
15 catherine st
springfield, MA, 1109
PKPublic
Springfield International Academy at Johnson
55 catherine st
springfield, MA, 1109
3-5Public
Springfield Public Day Elementary School
34 nye st
springfield, MA, 1104
1-5Public
C
Margaret C. Ells School
319 cortland st
springfield, MA, 1109
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Forest Park | Springfield, MA
Getting around Springfield near 242 Fort Pleasant Ave #2L
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
5/10
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 242 Fort Pleasant Ave #2L, Springfield
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 242 Fort Pleasant Ave #2L
Tejada Gonzalez Market
21 Locust St
Food Zone International Supermarket
355 Belmont Ave
A C Produce Co
489 Main St
Interstate Mart
475 Sumner Ave
Fine Fresh Market
590 Main St
Family Dollar
292 Belmont Ave
Fajas Edge & Boutique
312 Belmont Ave
Belmont Laundry & Custom Dry Cleaners
333 Belmont Ave
Boutique of Praise
157 Leyfred Ter
Family Dollar
575 Main St
Dunkin'
568 Belmont Ave
Dunkin'
570 Sumner Ave
Dunkin'
805 Main St
Starbucks
1089 E Columbus Ave
Dunkin'
1211 E Columbus Ave
Ambrosia Lounge
143 Main St
Trespass
1251 River Rd
Riverboat
11 S End Bridge Cir
Borichino
497 Belmont Ave
Plan b Springfield
1000 W Columbus Ave
Maria Cake's
72 Locust St
Benson's Bagels
598 Sumner Ave
Golden Garden Gourmet Co
494 Central St
La Fiorentina Pastry Shop-Springfield
883 Main St
Zonin's Meats Inc
883 Main St
Garfield Triangle
Pynchon Point
Forest Park
Emerson Wight Park
Stebbins Park
Ambrosia Lounge
143 Main St
Crunchy Fried Chicken & Pizza
30 Fort Pleasant Ave
Dynasty
5 Locust St
McDonald's
360 Main St
Hispaniola Express
432 Belmont Ave
Fort Pleasant / Warner (2)
Tripper 1 Helper Service, Chicopee / Sumner-Allen-Canon Circle
Fort Pleasant / Sumner
Tripper 2 Helper Service, Tripper 1 Helper Service, Tripper 92 Helper Service, Chicopee / Sumner-Allen-Canon Circle
Fort Pleasant / Warner (1)
Tripper 2 Helper Service, Tripper 1 Helper Service, Chicopee / Sumner-Allen-Canon Circle, Tripper 92 Helper Service
Sumner / Beechwood
Chicopee / Sumner-Allen-Canon Circle, Tripper 1 Helper Service
Sumner / Randolph
Tripper 2 Helper Service, Chicopee / Sumner-Allen-Canon Circle, Tripper 92 Helper Service, Tripper 1 Helper Service
Springfield
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