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Home Massachusetts Boston Back Bay Apartments

Back Bay 1 beds 1 baths Boston - $3,000

Available: 01-01-2026
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$3,000+
1 Bed
1 Bath
Available: 01/01/2026
Back Bay, Boston, MA
242 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116

Cost & Fee Information

Required

Monthly Base Rent

$3,000.00

Heat

Tenant pays utility company monthly.

Usage-Based

Hot Water

Tenant pays utility company monthly.

Usage-Based

Electricity

Tenant pays utility company monthly.

Usage-Based

Water & Sewer

Included in monthly rent.

Included

Garbage Collection

Weekly trash pickup or dumpster.

Included

Optional

Pets

Pets allowed.

Included
Parking

No parking.

-

First Month's Rent
$3,000.00
Last Month's Rent
$3,000.00
Security Deposit
$3,000.00
Key & Lock Replacement Fee
$0

Amenities & Apartment Information

Unit

Pet Friendly
Living Room
Modern Kitchen
Granite Countertops

Property Description

Prime location waterside Beacon St renovated one-bed condo. This professionally managed building is a historic Back Bay mansion that features an elegant New York Style lobby. Ideally located in the heart of Back Bay, moments away from the Charles River, Boston Commons, Copley Square, Newbury St, The Prudential Center, and all of Back Bay’s best restaurants. Enter the unit into an open layout with a renovated kitchen with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, well-maintained appliances, and a granite breakfast bar with storage underneath. The generously sized living room has a dedicated dining area that could also be used as a second bedroom or office space. The bedroom can comfortably fit a queen-size bed and gets nice light from a picture window. This unit features hardwood floors throughout, Central Air, and ample storage throughout. Common laundry is conveniently located right outside the unit door.

Map & Nearby Areas

Commonwealth School

Private School, Grades: 9-12

0.11mi

The Learning Project

Private School, Grades: K-6

0.13mi

The Learning Project Elementary School

Private School, Grades: K-6

0.13mi

Newman School

Private School, Grades: 9-12

0.15mi

Newman School

Private School, Grades: 7-12

0.16mi

Kingsley Montessori School

School

0.2mi

Snowden International High School

Public Secondary School, Grades: 9-12

0.22mi

School of Fashion Design

School

0.23mi

Lolita

Bar

0.23mi

Lir

Bar

0.43mi

McGreevy's

Bar

0.43mi

The Pour House

Bar

0.43mi

Blue Bottle Coffee

Coffee Shop

0.19mi

Caffè Nero

Coffee Shop

0.24mi

Revival Cafe + Kitchen

Breakfast & Coffee Shop

0.24mi

Thinking Cup

Cafe

0.26mi

Pawsh

Pet Grooming

0.36mi

Back Bay Veterinary Clinic

Veterinary

0.41mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 33, Ladder 15

Fire Station

0.49mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 7, Ladder 17

Fire Station

0.53mi

MBTA Transit Police

Police

0.47mi

First Corps of Cadets Museum

Museum

0.21mi

New England Historic Genealogical Society

Museum

0.25mi

Gibson House

Museum

0.29mi

Hynes Convention Center

0.41mi

Rolly-Michaux Galleries

Gallery

0.17mi

DTR Modern Galleries

Gallery

0.19mi

Childs Gallery

Gallery

0.19mi

Arden Gallery

Gallery

0.2mi

The Bar Method

Fitness Centre. Sports: Yoga

0.22mi

Parker Cote Fitness

Fitness Centre

0.25mi

Fitness Hub

Fitness Centre

0.26mi

Boston Sports Club

Fitness Centre. Sports: Swimming, Fitness, Exercise

0.3mi

Turnstyle

Fitness Centre. Sports: Cycling

0.33mi

SoulCycle

Fitness Centre. Sports: Cycling

0.35mi

Barry's

Fitness Centre. Sports: Fitness

0.38mi

Healthworks

Fitness Centre. Sports: Multi, Yoga

0.38mi

Charles River Esplanade

Park

0.06mi

Commonwealth Ave Mall

Municipal Park

0.12mi

Sitting Grove

Park

0.34mi

Boston Public Garden

Park

0.39mi

Southwest Corridor Park

State Park

0.45mi

Clarendon Street Play Area

Playground

0.14mi

Esplanade Playspace

Playground

0.26mi

Miriam & Sidney Stoneman Playground

Playground

0.36mi

Snowden International School Library

Library

0.22mi

French Cultural Center

Library

0.24mi

Boston Public Library

Library

0.27mi

Norman B. Leventhal Map Center

Library

0.29mi

New England College of Optometry Library

Library

0.39mi

Citizens Bank

Bank

0.25mi

ETHIC Wealth Bank

Bank

0.26mi

Bank of America

Bank

0.26mi

CVS Pharmacy

Pharmacy

0.25mi

Walgreens

Pharmacy

0.36mi

Capsule

Pharmacy

0.4mi

Anime Zakka

Variety Store

0.42mi

Prudential Center

Mall

0.38mi

Copley Place

Mall

0.4mi

Saks Fifth Avenue

Department Store

0.4mi

Neiman Marcus

Department Store

0.44mi

Boylston St @ Dartmouth St

10
39
55
57
9

0.27mi

Copley

Green B
Green C
Green D
Green E

0.27mi

Boylston St @ Clarendon St

10
39
55
57
9

0.3mi

Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St

10
39
501
504
55
57
9

0.32mi

Ring Rd @ Boylston St

39
9

0.33mi

Saint James Ave @ Clarendon St

39
501
504
57
9

0.35mi

Boylston St @ Berkeley St

39
57
9

0.37mi

Boylston St @ Prudential Center

55
57

0.37mi

Price Comparison

This apartment is above the average price of $2,570 for 1 bedroom apartments in Back Bay. An above average rent can often be attributed to the amenities an apartment provides, as well as its condition, size, and location. Those are important factors to consider as you are searching for the perfect apartment. Contact Boston Pads now to see this apartment or request a rental application.

Rent Calculator & Affordability

Recommended Annual Gross Income

Household:

$109,091 - $144,000
A range of 25-30% is usually the recommended amount of household or combined gross income to spend on rent. This is also what many landlords are looking for in a prospective tenant, a group of roommates, or their cosigner(s). Remember, this is just a suggestion and does not take into account any other expenses you may have.

Rent Calculator

How much do you (or your cosigner) earn each year before taxes?

High Range

35% of Gross Income

$4,200

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Mid Range

25% of Gross Income

$3,000

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Low Range

15% of Gross Income

$1,800

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Apartment Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this apartment located?

This apartment is located at 242 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116.

How many bedrooms does this apartment have?

This apartment has 1 bedroom.

How many bathrooms does this apartment have?

This apartment has 1 bathroom.

What is the monthly rent?

The monthly rent is $3,000 for this 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood.

Does this apartment allow pets?

This apartment allows pets. Remember to ask your agent about the type and number of pets allowed by the property owner, as well as any dog breed restrictions.

Is parking available?

Parking is not available with this apartment.

Are heat and hot water included?

Heat and hot water are not included in the rent.

What other amenities does this apartment have?

This apartment has other amenities including Modern Kitchen, and granite countertops.

To view this property, or others, call or email us and we will connect you with an agent to represent you. There is a one-time nonrefundable $50 application fee to apply for a property and obtain a credit check. If your application is accepted, a service fee of up to one month's rent will be due for the agent's services.


Listing courtesy of Christopher Heller , Weichert Realtors - Penrose Group
MLS ID#: 73464011

The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein.

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MLS PIN Data Last Updated: 2025-12-29 11:51:00

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