278 E Cottage St, Boston, MA 02125
What This Condo Offers
Modern 2-Bedroom, 2-Bathroom Apartment in Dorchester
959 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02125
Contemporary Living in a Prime Location
This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment in Dorchester offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and urban... convenience. Featuring spacious interiors, updated amenities, and a fantastic location, this home is ideal for professionals, students, or anyone looking to experience city living with ease.
Apartment Features:
Bedrooms: Two generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space.
Bathrooms: Two full, updated bathrooms with modern fixtures and sleek finishes.
Kitchen: Contemporary kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and plenty of cabinet storage.
Living Space: Open-concept living and dining area with hardwood flooring throughout.
Laundry: In-unit washer and dryer for added convenience.
Cooling & Heating: Central air conditioning and efficient heating system.
Location Highlights:
Transportation:
Savin Hill Station (Red Line): 0.3 miles away for easy access to Downtown Boston and Cambridge.
JFK/UMass Station (Red Line): 0.7 miles away.
MBTA Bus Stops (Routes 18, 41, 17): Within 0.2 miles for citywide travel.
Nearby Schools & Institutions:
UMass Boston: 1.5 miles away.
Boston College High School: 1.1 miles away.
Northeastern University: 3.0 miles away.
Suffolk University & Emerson College: 3.5 miles away.
Shopping & Dining:
Star Market: 0.6 miles away for groceries.
Dorchester Brewing Company: 0.3 miles away for craft beer lovers.
224 Boston Street: 0.5 miles away for upscale dining.
Shanti Restaurant: 0.4 miles away for delicious Indian cuisine.
Recreation & Attractions:
Carson Beach: 1.3 miles away for waterfront relaxation and outdoor activities.
Harborwalk Trail: 1.5 miles away for scenic walks and biking.
Franklin Park Zoo: 2.2 miles away for family-friendly outings.
Why You’ll Love Living Here:
With its unbeatable location near public transit, top schools, great dining, and parks, this 2-bedroom apartment at 959 Dorchester Ave is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the best of city living. Whether you're commuting, dining out, or exploring nearby attractions, everything you need is just minutes away.
- $3,150 / month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 700 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Condo Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Garages
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Waterfront
278 E Cottage St Condo is located in Boston, Massachusetts in the 02125 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Dogs Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Parking
- Garage$250/mo
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Get In Touch
Boston, MA 02125
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise90 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit73 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable69 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Everett Elementary School
Grades PK-6
Public
Roger Clap Elementary School
Grades PK-6
Public
Little House Altern
Grades 7-9
Private
Up Academy Charter School Of Boston
Grades 6-8
Charter
McCormack Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Margaret School
Grades 1-8
Private
St. Kevin Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Cristo Rey Boston High School
Grades 9-12
Private
Community Academy Of Science And Health
Grades 9-12
Public
Excel High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
UMass Boston
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Northeastern University
Drive: 7 min (2.7 mi)
Wentworth Inst. of Technology
Drive: 7 min (3 mi)
Tufts University, Boston
Drive: 6 min (3.1 mi)
Discover Columbia Point, Boston, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 278 E Cottage St Condo proximity to Harborpoint Marketplace, South Bay Center, and Washington Park Shopping Mall. Harborpoint Marketplace is 0.8 miles away, and South Bay Center is within a 17 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 73, 278 E Cottage St Condo has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.3 miles. Transit options include Savin Hill and Andrew.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 278 E Cottage St Condo are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 2.4 miles, including Dorchester Shores Reservation, Lower Neponset River Trail, and Franklin Park Zoo.
Airports
Living in Columbia Point provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 12 minutes from 278 E Cottage St Condo.
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