The Longwood
1 - 2 Beds
$2,613 - $3,640
12 Month Lease
$6,250
27 St James St, Boston, MA 02119
Last Updated:
What This House Offers
All utilities included in rent price! Set atop a hill in Boston's historic Tommy's Rock,this meticulously maintained Greek Revival dates to the mid-1800s and... pairs architectural pedigree with modern comfort. Ten-foot ceilings,generous room proportions,and oversized windows fill the five-bedroom,four-bath home with light. Original pumpkin pine floors,curved staircases,inlaid shutters,and marble fireplaces sit alongside recent updates,including all-new bathrooms and an electric car charger. Outside,a multi-tiered,professionally landscaped yard and several decks open onto sweeping Boston skyline views. A two-car driveway and easy access to transit,universities,and a thriving restaurant scene round out the package — historic character,modern living,in one of the city's most sought-after up-and-coming neighborhoods. No pets,no smoking,and no undergraduate students. MLS ID 73557987
Unit
- $6,250
Total Monthly Price - 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2700 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Deck
- Fireplace
- Patio
- Views
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Fenced Lot
- Utilities Included
27 St James St is a single-family home for rent in Boston, MA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$6,250
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Home Details
Views
- City Views
Home Design
- Single Family Detached Home
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 4 Fireplaces
- 2700 Sq Ft Home
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
Parking
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- 3 Car Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Lot Details
- 5570 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Garden
Utilities
- No Cooling
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $6,250
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Rent includes heat, hot water, electricity, gas, water, sewer, internet
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Explore Commute Options
Destination Address
- Drive Time--
- Walk Time--
- Bike Ride Time--
- Public Transit--
Get In Touch
Property Address: 27 St James St,
Boston, MA 02119
Boston, MA 02119
Listed by
Miller & Co. | CompassPhone Number: (617) 286-6833
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit100 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Scores provided by 
Soundscore ™
Active71 / 100
Scores provided by
HowLoud
Travel and Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
4 min Drive
Subway
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
11 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Hale Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
St. Joseph School
Grades PK-5
Private
Higginson/Lewis K-8
Grades K-8
Public
Nativity Prep School
Grades K-8
Private
Boston Day And Evening Academy Charter School
Grades 9-12
Public
Madison Park High
Grades 9-12
Public
Dearborn Middle School
Grades 6-12
Public
O'Bryant School Math/Science
Grades 6-12
Public
Paige Academy at RCC
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Wentworth Inst. of Technology
Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi)
MCPHS University, Boston
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
MassArt
Drive: 3 min (1.7 mi)
Northeastern University
Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi)
Discover Washington Park, Boston, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 27 St James St proximity to Washington Park Shopping Mall, 1-5 Blue Hill Ave, and 158 Longwood Ave. Washington Park Shopping Mall is 1.1 miles away, and 1-5 Blue Hill Ave is within a 12 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Washington Park is exceptional public transit. Within 2.3 miles of 27 St James St, you’ll find Roxbury Crossing Station, Jackson Square Station, and Northeastern University Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 27 St James St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3 miles, including Roxbury Heritage State Park, Lower Neponset River Trail, and Franklin Park Zoo.
Airports
Living in Washington Park provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 12 minutes from 27 St James St.
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