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Highlights

  • Large rooms
  • In-unit washer/dryer
  • Huge closets
  • Wall to wall carpeting
  • Ceramic tiled kitchen
  • High ceilings

Location

280 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116, USA|Back Bay
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Management

Charlesgate Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(508) 928-4579

Property Overview

280 Newbury Street is a highly rated, amenity-rich property with large rooms, huge closets, in-unit laundry, high ceilings, wall-to-wall carpeting, and a ceramic tiled kitchen. With strong expert scores for overall experience, amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness, it offers an elevated standard of living and clear expectations for renters. Its vibrant surroundings, including hundreds of nearby restaurants, cultural venues, and on-site gathering spaces, make it especially appealing to those who value an active social life.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.1
Very Good
280 Newbury Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath900 sqft$5,200 /mo1 unit availableApply now: https screen boompay app a CJ8Hjsdvd6JFy7dyn2VB SEPTEMBER 1 - Back Bay sunny 3 bedroom 2 bath unit on Newbury Street! Hardwood floors, laundry in unit, high ceilings and great closet space. Kitchen features gas cooking and a dishwasher. Big living room with recessed lighting, bay window overlooking Newbury and room for dining area. Professionally managed building, awesome location steps to The Prudential, the T, shopping, restaurants and all the city has to offer!

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Amenities for 280 Newbury Street

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air
Hardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherGas Cooking
In-Unit LaundryRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Building

Onsite LaundryWater/Sewer
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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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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HomeApartments in BostonBack Bay 280 Newbury Street

Apply now: https screen boompay app a CJ8Hjsdvd6JFy7dyn2VB SEPTEMBER 1 - Back Bay sunny 3 bedroom 2 bath unit on Newbury Street! Hardwood floors, laundry in unit, high ceilings and great closet space. Kitchen features gas cooking and a dishwasher. Big living room with recessed lighting, bay window overlooking Newbury and room for dining area. Professionally managed building, awesome location steps to The Prudential, the T, shopping, restaurants and all the city has to offer!


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.
7.1
/10
Very Good
280 Newbury Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 280 Newbury Street
Price·4A 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.
Monthly rent at 280 Newbury Street is less expensive than other properties in the neighborhood. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 4/10. Expect to pay less, but only get the basic necessities.
Amenities·10A 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.
280 Newbury Street stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
280 Newbury Street 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 280 Newbury Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
280 Newbury Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

280 Newbury Street is great for:

Social life

  • 683 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • 111 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 266 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 280 Newbury Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in Back Bay

3-bedroom apartments at 280 Newbury Street cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Back Bay.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Back Bay
Boston
A table of studio rental data trends in Boston
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,375
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
May 2026$2,500
A table of studio rental data trends in Back Bay
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,300
June 2024$2,309
July 2024$2,418
August 2024$2,474
September 2024$2,482
October 2024$2,630
November 2024$2,705
December 2024$2,531
January 2025$2,475
February 2025$2,328
March 2025$2,495
April 2025$2,675
May 2025$2,820
June 2025$2,665
July 2025$2,620
August 2025$2,644
September 2025$2,690
October 2025$2,751
November 2025$2,730
December 2025$2,655
January 2026$2,657
February 2026$2,438
March 2026$2,498
April 2026$2,582
May 2026$2,567

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$208,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $208,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $5,200.
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Schools near 280 Newbury Street

ABCD South Boston Head Start

424 west broadway

south boston, MA, 2127

PKPublic

ABCD South Boston Head Start - Mercer

125 mercer st

south boston, MA, 2127

PKPublic

Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road

333 washington st

brookline, MA, 2445

PKPublic

ABCD Walnut Grove Head Start

22 elm hill ave

dorchester, MA, 2121

PKPublic

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Back Bay | Boston, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Boston near 280 Newbury St

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 280 Newbury St, Boston

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

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

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

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

Nightlife

10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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