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81 Empire Street81 Empire Street, Boston, MA 02134, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $2,495–$3,125The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 2–3 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 0–1,200 |
Listed 5+ Days Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 15 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Dishwasher
- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Units
81 Empire Street, Boston, MA
81 Empire Street Boston, MA
New Listing
2 Beds, 1 Bath
2 Beds
1 Bath
$2,495
Available
3
3 Beds
1 Bath
$3,125
Carpet • Hardwood Floor • Dishwasher • On-Site Laundry
Amenities for 81 Empire Street
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Management
- On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
- Carpet
- Hardwood Floor
- Dishwasher
- On-Site Laundry
- High Ceilings
- Central Heat
Policies at 81 Empire Street
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
Allowed
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About 81 Empire Street
Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at 81 Empire St in Boston's vibrant North Allston neighborhood. This charming property features 13 units, including a spacious 3-bedroom floorplan. As a pet-friendly community, you can bring your furry friends along. Enjoy the ease of long-term rentals and take advantage of the on-site amenities, including a dishwasher, beautiful hardwood floors, and the convenience of on-site laundry facilities. With its great location and thoughtful amenities, this property is an ideal choice for those seeking a relaxed and hassle-free living experience.
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Address details
| Units | 15 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02134 |
81 Empire St 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 81 Empire Street, Boston, MA 02134, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Kitchens at this address include dishwashers
- 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
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Boston
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 81 Empire St to be 33% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in North Allston.
3-bedroom apartments at 81 Empire St cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in North Allston.
Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
North Allston
Boston
| Month | Median 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 |
| August 2026 | $2,500 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,159 |
| September 2024 | $3,090 |
| October 2024 | $2,816 |
| November 2024 | $2,828 |
| December 2024 | $2,661 |
| January 2025 | $2,397 |
| February 2025 | $2,050 |
| March 2025 | $2,170 |
| April 2025 | $2,683 |
| May 2025 | $2,938 |
| June 2025 | $3,093 |
| July 2025 | $3,253 |
| August 2025 | $2,964 |
| September 2025 | $2,957 |
| October 2025 | $2,863 |
| November 2025 | $2,896 |
| December 2025 | $2,700 |
| January 2026 | $2,714 |
| February 2026 | $2,728 |
| March 2026 | $2,908 |
| April 2026 | $2,926 |
| May 2026 | $2,917 |
| June 2026 | $2,891 |
| July 2026 | $2,950 |
| August 2026 | $2,978 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 81 Empire Street?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$99,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $99,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,495.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 months ago | $3,125 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,300 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,300 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,875 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,395 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,325 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,195 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,075 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 81 Empire St
Allston Head Start & Children's Services
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
ABCD Allston Head Start
41 quint ave
allston, MA, 2134
PKPublic
Horace Mann School for the Deaf
40 armington st
allston, MA, 2134
PK, K-12Public
ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start
478 western ave
brighton, MA, 2135
PKPublic
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road
333 washington st
brookline, MA, 2445
PKPublic
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Getting around Boston near 81 Empire Street
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 81 Empire Street, Boston
Groceries
9/10
Wide 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
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
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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