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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Custom cabinetry
  • Stainless appliances
  • Open living area
  • Pet-friendly
  • Spacious two-bedroom residence

Location

126 Leyden St, East Boston, MA 02128, USA|Harbor View - Orient Heights
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Management

The Grid Boston

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(857) 577-8738

Property Overview

126 Leyden St is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, suggesting solid value and convenience for renters. Its notable features include stainless appliances, custom cabinetry, a dishwasher, an open living area, pet-friendly living, and a spacious two-bedroom layout, while its 20 photos, value-for-money standing, and nearby middle school add 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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 126 Leyden St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 126 Leyden 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath480 sqft$2,150 /mo1 unit availableRenovated Studio with office and great natural light! Custom kitchen with dishwasher and washer/dryer in unit! Large outdoor green space and patio. Pet Friendly! 3D TOUR: https www zillow com view-3d-home bdbe4d8d-4e01-4eb2-99f8-5d00f67c95e1?setAttribution=mls&wl=true Tenant is responsible for utilities ( gas/electric)
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath911 sqft$2,450 /mo1 unit availableSpacious 2 bedroom residence. Open living area with luxury kitchen including, custom cabinetry, stainless appliances and dishwasher. Washer/ dryer in unit! Large outdoor deck with great views of Boston! Pet Friendly!

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Amenities for 126 Leyden St

Apartment Amenities

DeckGranite Countertops
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Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor Space
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Applicants

One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 126 Leyden St

HomeApartments in BostonHarbor View - Orient Heights 126 Leyden St

Renovated Studio with office and great natural light! Custom kitchen with dishwasher and washer/dryer in unit! Large outdoor green space and patio. Pet Friendly! 3D TOUR: https www zillow com view-3d-home bdbe4d8d-4e01-4eb2-99f8-5d00f67c95e1?setAttribution=mls&wl=true Tenant is responsible for utilities ( gas/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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 126 Leyden St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 126 Leyden 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 126 Leyden 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.
126 Leyden 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·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.
126 Leyden St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including outdoor space. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 126 Leyden St 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.
126 Leyden 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 126 Leyden St to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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 126 Leyden St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Harbor View - Orient Heights

Studio apartments at 126 Leyden St cost about 7% less than the average rent price for studios in Harbor View - Orient Heights.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 126 Leyden St to be 18% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Harbor View - Orient Heights.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Harbor View - Orient Heights
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
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
August 2026$2,496
September 2026$2,500
A table of studio rental data trends in Harbor View - Orient Heights
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,187
October 2025$2,258
November 2025$1,660
January 2026$2,281
February 2026$2,300
April 2026$2,295
May 2026$2,560
June 2026$2,359
July 2026$2,403
August 2026$2,419
September 2026$2,358

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 126 Leyden St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$86,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $86,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,150.
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Schools near 126 Leyden St

Capic Head Start

67 crescent ave

chelsea, MA, 2150

PKPublic

Webster Extension

548 broadway

everett, MA, 2149

PKPublic

Webster School

30 dartmouth st

everett, MA, 2149

PK, K-5Public
B-

ABCD South Boston Head Start

424 west broadway

south boston, MA, 2127

PKPublic

Johnson Elementary School

290 castle rd

nahant, MA, 1908

PK, K-6Public
B+
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Getting around East Boston near 126 Leyden St

Walking

6/10
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

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 126 Leyden St, East Boston

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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Orient Heights Food Market
1014 Bennington St
Milanos Delicatessen
978 Saratoga St
Stop & Shop Supermarket
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State Road Liquor & Food Market
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Olympia Market
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