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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Large closets
  • Exposed brick walls

Location

896 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA|Mission Hill
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Management

Boston Brokerage Group

Leasing office

(781) 424-3602

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

896 Huntington Ave. offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and property features, with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent price and location scores, and a value-for-money standing in the 90.91 percentile. Notable touches like hardwood floors, large closets, and exposed brick walls add character, while 24 photos and nearby middle school access help give renters a clearer picture of the property.

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

7.8
Very Good
896 Huntington Ave. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

1 Bed 1 Bath1 bed1 bath$2,300 /mo
2 Bed 1 Bath2 bed1 bath$2,600–$2,800 /mo

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Amenities for 896 Huntington Ave.

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor
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One-time. Refundable.

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About 896 Huntington Ave.

HomeApartments in BostonMission Hill 896 Huntington Ave.

Comfortable 2 BR with hardwood floors and exposed brick walls,new windows and large closets.


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
896 Huntington Ave. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 896 Huntington Ave.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 896 Huntington Ave. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Mission Hill. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, 896 Huntington Ave. 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.
896 Huntington Ave. 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 896 Huntington Ave. 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 896 Huntington Ave. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Mission Hill

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% lower than 1-bedrooms in Mission Hill.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 896 Huntington Ave. to be 22% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Mission Hill.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Mission Hill
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,400
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$2,464
July 2026$2,443
A table of studio rental data trends in Mission Hill
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,000
September 2024$2,000
October 2024$2,137
November 2024$2,413
December 2024$2,151
January 2025$2,000
February 2025$2,000
March 2025$2,000
April 2025$1,975
May 2025$1,935
June 2025$1,972
July 2025$1,957
August 2025$1,996
September 2025$2,100
October 2025$2,057
November 2025$2,000
December 2025$2,000
January 2026$2,035
February 2026$1,962
March 2026$1,976
April 2026$1,931
May 2026$1,897
June 2026$1,836
July 2026$1,837

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Can I afford to live at 896 Huntington Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$92,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near 896 Huntington Ave.

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

Allston Head Start & Children's Services

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public

ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start

22 elm hill ave

dorchester, MA, 2121

PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 896 Huntington Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

4/10
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

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 896 Huntington Ave, Boston

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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Huntington Markets
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Pimentel Market
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