488 Beacon St Unit #2

Boston, MA 02115 Back Bay

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  • Monthly Rent

    $4,200

  • Bedrooms

    2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    9,999 sq ft

Details

12 Month Lease, $4,200 deposit, Available Sep 1, 2025

Great unit in Kenmore Square on the Back Bay border that features: - Hardwood flooring throughout! - High end, fully equipped kitchen! - Stainless appliances inc dishwasher! - Open concept floorplan w/ high ceilings! - Spacious bow front living room! - Charming decorative fireplace mantle! - 2 large, nearly equal sized bedrooms! - Ample closet & storage space! - Updated tiled full bathroom! - Laundry machines in building! Located in the heart of Kenmore Square, minutes to everything Boston has to offer! All Green Line trains are close by, as well as multiple major MBTA bus routes! Conveniently located near to top schools, hospitals, and attractions - Berklee College, MCPHS, Boston University, Mass Art, Boston University, Simmons, Wentworth, Symphony Hall, Beth Israel, Harvard School of Medicine, Longwood Medical Area, Emmanuel, Brigham & Women’s, Children’s Hospital, Back Bay, Newbury Street, Copley, Fenway Park, and much more!

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488 Beacon St Unit #2
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About This Property

488 Beacon St is a condo located in Suffolk County and the 02115 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Boston Public Schools attendance zone.

Contact

Nancy Pierre

Condo Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Refrigerator

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Laundry Facilities

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
Location
Property Address: 488 Beacon St, Boston,
MA 02115
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Neighborhood

Known as one of Boston’s trendiest areas for shopping and dining, Back Bay is a mix of students, professionals, affluent families, and retirees, all come to enjoy the neighborhood’s lively atmosphere. Anchored by the Prudential Center (whose Skywalk Observatory is one of the best vantage points in the city), this area is home to some of Boston’s most recognizable landmarks, including the Boston Public Library, Hancock Tower, and the Back Bay Architectural District.

Considering moving to Back Bay? Students, young professionals, and families thrive in all the neighborhood’s opportunities. The local academic community includes the prestigious Berklee College of Music, the Boston Conservatory, and the Boston Architectural College. Renters love that Back Bay’s location along the Charles River allows for a considerable amount of waterfront property. Others enjoy the Charles River Esplanade, a popular greenspace for walkers, runners, and cyclists.

Learn more about living in Back Bay 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
MIT
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
488 Beacon St Unit #2 is within 8 minutes or 0.4 mile from Berklee College of Music. It is also near Lesley Univ., Art Institute and MIT.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 2-12
158 Students
Attendance Zone
1
Out of 10
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
352 Students
Attendance Zone
6
Out of 10
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
26 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
530 Students
Attendance Zone
3
Out of 10
Public High School
Grades 9-12
463 Students
Attendance Zone
2
Out of 10
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
349 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
127 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
204 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Boston include Hynes Convention Center Station, located 0.3 miles from 488 Beacon St Unit #2. 488 Beacon St Unit #2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.4 miles or 12 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 4 min 0.3 mi
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 6 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
Drive: 6 min 3.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Drive: 12 min 5.4 mi
Walker's Paradise
96
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
89
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Living in this area is considered a rider’s paradise, with world-class transportation.
Biker's Paradise
90
Bike Score®
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Soundscore
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 488 Beacon St Unit #2.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Drive: 7 min 4.5 mi
Drive: 8 min 4.6 mi
488 Beacon St Unit #2 has 3 shopping centers within 4.6 miles, which is about a 8-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Charles River Reservation
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Coit Observatory
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
Boston Public Garden
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Roxbury Heritage State Park
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
488 Beacon St Unit #2 has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Charles River Reservation, Boston Public Garden, and Coit Observatory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
488 Beacon St Unit #2 has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center which is 1.2 miles away and a 3 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 28 min 14.0 mi
Drive: 28 min 16.1 mi
488 Beacon St Unit #2 is 14.0 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Storage Space
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Laundry Facilities