656 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02118
What This Condo Offers
The building, which was originally constructed in 1865 as a single family home, has undergone a complete restoration converting the structure into a... super-luxury apartment complex. The entire building has been retrofitted with a high efficiency heating systems, central air conditioning and instant hot water heaters. All the windows in the structure have been replaced with brand new custom, historically accurate, high efficiency windows. The latest in insulation technology, closed cell spray in, has been installed to minimize the heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer.
The location is near the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Washington Street.
This location offers a multitude of transportation options (silver line, bus, zip car, hub way) and is ideal for medical professionals practicing at the hospital two blocks away, professionals commuting downtown and students studying at any of the many universities in the direct vicinity. The building is also located less than 1½ mile from the on ramp to I-93 allowing for easy access to regional commuting.
Unit 2
- $4,300
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 9999 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Unit 4
- $5,250
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1200 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Condo Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Heating
- Instant Hot Water
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Storage Space
- Utilities Included
656 Massachusetts Ave is a condo for rent in Boston, MA
Fees and 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
- Covered$275/mo
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.
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Get In Touch
Boston, MA 02118
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit100 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Cathedral Grammar School
Grades PK-5
Private
Blackstone Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Hurley K-8 School
Grades PK-8
Public
Boston Day And Evening Academy Charter School
Grades 9-12
Public
Edward M. Kennedy Academy For Health Careers
Grades 9-12
Public
Cathedral High School
Grades 6-12
Private
O'Bryant School Math/Science
Grades 6-12
Public
Carter School
Grades 6-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Northeastern University
Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
Berklee College of Music
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
Wentworth Inst. of Technology
Drive: 2 min (1.2 mi)
Tufts University, Boston
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Discover South End Boston, Boston, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 656 Massachusetts Ave proximity to South Bay Center. South Bay Center is 1.3 miles away.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, South End Boston is exceptional public transit. Within 4.2 miles of 656 Massachusetts Ave, you’ll find Massachusetts Ave Station (Orange Line), Symphony Station, and Prudential Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 656 Massachusetts Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Roxbury Heritage State Park, Boston Public Garden, and Boston African American National Historic Site.
Airports
Living in South End Boston provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 10 minutes from 656 Massachusetts Ave.
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