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Highlights

  • Spacious bedrooms
  • Stainless appliances
  • Washer/dryer in unit
  • Renovated kitchen
  • Living area

Location

8 Curtis St, East Boston, MA 02128, USA|Harbor View - Orient Heights
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Management

The Grid Boston

Leasing office

(617) 412-3240

Property Overview

The property at 8 Curtis offers a strong overall performance with a solid Zumper expert rating of 8.4 out of 10, indicating it is an excellent option for renters. With competitive pricing, a high location rating of 9 out of 10, and an impressive range of amenities, it promotes a quality lifestyle. Notable features include spacious bedrooms, stainless appliances, a renovated kitchen, and in-unit laundry, enhancing the living experience. Additionally, its proximity to a top-rated middle school further adds to its appeal.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 8 Curtis is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8 Curtis 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
  • Dishwasher
  • Outdoor space

Floor plans

EBB1800 TOP2 bed1 bath800 sqft$2,850 /mo1 unit availableAvailable September 1! Large 2 bed/1bath with home office! Renovated kitchen with stainless appliances and washer/dryer in unit. Spacious bedrooms and living area! For more information or to schedule a tour: (857) 226-9322 or ****

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Amenities for 8 Curtis

Apartment Amenities

Deck

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
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About 8 Curtis

HomeApartments in BostonHarbor View - Orient Heights 8 Curtis

Available September 1! Large 2 bed/1bath with home office! Renovated kitchen with stainless appliances and washer/dryer in unit. Spacious bedrooms and living area! For more information or to schedule a tour: (857) 226-9322 or ****


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 Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 8 Curtis is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 8 Curtis 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 Curtis
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 Curtis 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 Curtis 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 Curtis 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 Curtis 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 8 Curtis compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Harbor View - Orient Heights

2-bedroom apartments at 8 Curtis cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Harbor View - Orient Heights.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Harbor View - Orient Heights
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$2,450
October 2023$2,506
November 2023$2,522
December 2023$2,459
January 2024$2,412
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$2,481
A table of studio rental data trends in Harbor View - Orient Heights
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$2,394
October 2023$2,397
November 2023$2,398
December 2023$2,415
January 2024$2,415
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$2,162

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$114,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $114,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,850.
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Schools near 8 Curtis

Horace Mann School for the Deaf

40 armington st

allston, MA, 2134

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around East Boston near 8 Curtis St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 8 Curtis St, East Boston

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

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 a few minutes’ walk

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