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Highlights
- Spacious apartment
- Newly remodeled unit
Location
1277 Massachusetts Ave, Dorchester, MA 02125, USA|Columbia Point
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Property Overview
1277mas is a spacious, newly remodeled apartment offering excellent value, with a top-tier price rating and strong overall expert score of 8.6 out of 10. High marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness highlight its impressive living standards, convenient access to schools and key destinations, and a clear, detailed listing that helps renters know what to expect.
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
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- Dishwasher
Great for
Eco living
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 936 sqft | $2,635 /mo | 1 unit available | This second floor deleaded unit features glossy and smooth hardwood floors and the entire apartment will be painted with smoke ember gray paint before move-in. The unit is in a desirable location, only a 5-minute walk to South Bay Center (movie theaters, Home Depot, Target, Best Buy). The kitchen has plenty of cabinets for storage and space for a kitchen table. A back porch is adjacent to the kitchen. One bedroom features a large walk-in closet that could even be used for an office. The entire unit has plenty of windows allowing for copious amounts of natural light. Surroundings - 5 minute walk to South Bay Center - 6 minute walk to Star Market Public Transportation - 15 minute walk to Andrew Station (red line) - 2 minute walk to Massachusetts Ave @ Columbia Road 388 LLC partners with: - Arlington Housing Authority - Attleboro Housing Authority - Boston Housing Authority - Braintree Housing Authority - Brockton Housing Authority - Brookline Housing Authority - Cambridge Housing Authority - Dedham Housing Authority - FamilyAid Boston / TravelersAid Boston - Heading Home, Inc. - Metro Housing Boston - Needham Housing Authority - Quincy Housing Authority |
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Amenities for 1277mas
Apartment Amenities
| Back Porch | Patio |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Oven |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Services
| Water and Sewage |
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. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 1277mas
This second floor deleaded unit features glossy and smooth hardwood floors and the entire apartment will be painted with smoke ember gray paint before move-in. The unit is in a desirable location, only a 5-minute walk to South Bay Center (movie theaters, Home Depot, Target, Best Buy). The kitchen has plenty of cabinets for storage and space for a kitchen table. A back porch is adjacent to the kitchen. One bedroom features a large walk-in closet that could even be used for an office. The entire unit has plenty of windows allowing for copious amounts of natural light. Surroundings - 5 minute walk to South Bay Center - 6 minute walk to Star Market Public Transportation - 15 minute walk to Andrew Station (red line) - 2 minute walk to Massachusetts Ave @ Columbia Road 388 LLC partners with: - Arlington Housing Authority - Attleboro Housing Authority - Boston Housing Authority - Braintree Housing Authority - Brockton Housing Authority - Brookline Housing Authority - Cambridge Housing Authority - Dedham Housing Authority - FamilyAid Boston / TravelersAid Boston - Heading Home, Inc. - Metro Housing Boston - Needham Housing Authority - Quincy Housing Authority
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1277mas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1277mas 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·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.
1277mas 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.
1277mas goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1277mas 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.
1277mas 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 1277mas 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.
1277mas 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 1277mas compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Columbia Point
2-bedroom apartments at 1277mas cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Columbia Point.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Columbia Point
Boston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,493 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,557 |
| June 2024 | $2,494 |
| July 2024 | $2,476 |
| August 2024 | $2,421 |
| September 2024 | $2,396 |
| October 2024 | $2,410 |
| November 2024 | $2,338 |
| December 2024 | $2,394 |
| January 2025 | $2,451 |
| February 2025 | $2,376 |
| March 2025 | $2,403 |
| April 2025 | $2,418 |
| May 2025 | $2,598 |
| June 2025 | $2,652 |
| July 2025 | $2,577 |
| August 2025 | $2,519 |
| September 2025 | $2,555 |
| October 2025 | $2,470 |
| November 2025 | $2,437 |
| December 2025 | $2,314 |
| January 2026 | $2,235 |
| February 2026 | $2,284 |
| March 2026 | $2,448 |
| April 2026 | $2,424 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1277mas
ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer
125 mercer st
south boston, MA, 2127
PKPublic
ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start
22 elm hill ave
dorchester, MA, 2121
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 1277 Massachusetts Ave
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
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 1277 Massachusetts Ave, Dorchester
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
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
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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