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Top 30 Boston Luxury Apartment Buildings for 2022

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In the past year, we have rented more Boston luxury apartments than ever before! Thanks to feedback from customers and agents alike, we have put together the list of our top 30 Boston luxury apartment buildings for 2022.

With buyers finding themselves priced out of the current housing market, but many with a comfortable amount of cash in the bank, some are opting to rent luxury apartments until the market softens in their favor. When you consider today’s high inflation, and the supply chain crisis leading to construction delays, it’s not a bad idea to rethink your housing options. Other apartment seekers simply want to enjoy the conveniences and amenities that come with luxury living.

Some of the buildings mentioned below have found themselves on our top 20 lists from previous years. Although there are many incredible buildings in Greater Boston, and the number is growing, the 30 listed here (in no particular order!) have something special that made them stand out in 2022.

1. 7INK

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s South End
7InkBoston focuses on convenient and inclusive living, which means all of the apartments are fully furnished. That even includes the silverware, plates, sheets, and blankets etc. Residents also receive bi-weekly housekeeping as part of the package as well as cable TV and streaming services. Building amenities include an awesome “GREAT” room that has 24/7 cold brew and kombucha on tap. The community kitchen and dining room is a great way to meet other residents. Team work rooms and solar work pods are available. Grab a drink and relax in the Skyline Lounge and Roof Deck. The Fit studio rivals a top-notch gym. The backyard patio is an area where residents can gather and relax. There’s even a bike garage. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars to explore located nearby the building. Public transportation is easily available as well!

2. Troy Boston

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s South End
Much like 7INK, Troy Boston’s location provides easy access to the many charms of the South End- from the boutiques to the history and the food. However, Troy Boston offers a different modern luxury experience. The apartment finishes are stunning, and 3 different color palettes are offered. The community is pet friendly and even has an outdoor dog run area. You’ll also love the gorgeous swimming pool, rooftop terrace with lounge area, grilling station, and fully equipped fitness club.

The building features a full-service concierge, garage parking (with a detailing service!), a fitness center, and many more amenities. The views in this high rise are spectacular and can be enjoyed from the roof deck terrace as well as private terraces in select units. In addition, Church Park is a pet-friendly building, so you can bring your furry four-legged friends along with you. Studios, 1 bedrooms, and 2 bedrooms are currently available.

3. The Andi

Luxury Apartment Building in Dorchester
The Andi is located in the heart of Dorchester. Residents get to explore shops, dining, and entertainment options right outside of the building. Community amenities include not one, but two (2) fitness centers with new equipment. The building has a 24/7 concierge, co-working spaces, and a large conference room. Enjoy the pool with a sundeck and cabanas during the warm summer months. This is a pet friendly community that has an indoor pet wash station. The indoor and outdoor fire features are impressive. The courtyard with a grilling station is perfect for outdoor entertaining, next to the 90-inch outdoor televisions.

4. The Overlook at Saint Gabriel’s

Luxury Apartment Building in Brighton
If you want to live in a Boston luxury apartment building that is unlike any other, check out the Overlook at St. Gabriel’s. The complex itself is gorgeous. Saint Gabriel’s Monastery and church, a Boston landmark building, had been abandoned for over 10 years. The developer went a long way in restoring these historic buildings and turning them into something modern with a touch of nostalgia. The complex rests on the top of a hill, with a great view of Boston. The Allston/ Brighton neighborhood it’s located in features an amazing nightlife, countless restaurant options, shopping, and more. You can choose from studios to four-bedroom apartments.

5. Cambridge Park Apartments

Luxury Apartment Building in Cambridge
If access to great amenities is a priority for you, Cambridge Park Apartments is a must see. Do you like to work out? There’s a 24/7 fitness center and you can also take a swim in the resort sized pool. Do you love cooking for friends and family? Take advantage of the outdoor grilling station!

Cambridge Park Apartments also offers 24/7 concierge service, a club suite that has a pool table and shuffleboard, and work/study areas with Wifi. This pet friendly community even has a dedicated dog park.

6. Church Park Apartments

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s Back Bay
If you’ve been searching for a Boston luxury apartment building with a modern feel in a historic neighborhood, then Church Park Apartments is an excellent choice for you. Located in Back Bay, there are plenty of nearby shopping options, top-rated restaurants, quaint cafes, and a thriving nightlife that includes some of the best bars in the city.

7. Benjamin Seaport Residences

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s Seaport
If you’ve been looking for amazing water views, your search is over. The Benjamin Seaport Residences boast “unparalleled level of service and amenities”. These include an exclusive lounge with billiards and other gaming options, various fitness and wellness rooms, and an outdoor kitchen with grills. Discover for yourself everything else that Benjamin Seaport Residences has to offer!

8. Flats on D

Luxury Apartment Building in South Boston
Experience Boston luxury apartment living at its finest! The Flats on D incorporates some of the most amazing views of the city and modern touches that will leave you speechless. The Flats on D even has a rooftop deck with a garden area for residents to relax after a hard day of work or school. Other building amenities include an on site coffee shop for your convenience, and a full scale media room. There is also a dry cleaning service to make things easier for you.

9. 839 Beacon St.

Luxury Apartment Building in Fenway
839 Beacon is located in the popular Fenway neighborhood. There are many things to do in this area including fine dining, top rated bars and nightclubs, and shopping. Building amenities include everything expected from a luxury apartment building and then some. The complex has a secured entry with key fob access and a video intercom system. The common lounge has a kitchenette, WiFi and Cable. The gym has modern work out machines and free weights and garage parking is available. Enjoy your own oasis of comfort and luxury in the middle of the city!

10. Avalon North Station

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s West End
Avalon North Station is a Boston luxury apartment building that was built around the concept that high-end living should be all about incorporating your lifestyle into your community surroundings. This amazing place delivers just that. Enjoy the most incredible views of Boston from the rooftop terrace and lounge. Get a great workout in the state of the art fitness center. Enjoy everything that the area has to offer including fine dining, an amazing nightlife scene, and professional sports and concerts at the world-famous Boston Garden, which is located close by.

11. Avenir Apartments

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s North End
Avenir Apartments offers residents an incredible Boston luxury apartment building setting in one of the city’s most sought after neighborhoods. The developer spared no expense when it comes to design; you will find condo- quality finishes throughout. Building amenities includes a gorgeous rooftop deck, fully equipped, state-of-the-art fitness center, and stunning lounge where neighbors can gather to socialize.

12. Devonshire

Luxury Apartment Building in Downtown Boston
The Devonshire is a Boston luxury apartment building that focuses on providing its residents with the best services in the industry that will make their life a bit easier. From the attentive doorman to the concierge service, you’ll feel as if you’re living in a fancy hotel. There is even a professional house cleaning staff that you can utilize on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. You don’t need to leave the building to have your clothes dry cleaned or laundered. Devonshire offers pickup and delivery services that make things seamless for the residents. In addition, package deliveries, including groceries, are kept in a secured area. You’ll enjoy convenience, comfort, and luxury- all in a wonderful Downtown location.

13. Windsor at Maxwell’s Green

Luxury Apartment Building in Somerville
Windsor at Maxwell’s Green provides upscale, Boston luxury apartment building living with a focus on environmental friendly services. They include multiple electric car charging stations, bike storage areas, alternate transportation options, and even an on-premise recycling program. It’s also a LEED Certified community! If you have a pet or pets, then you’re in luck. This is a pet friendly community. Please note that this is a smoke free environment.

14. Hub50

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s West End
Location is everything and this building is conveniently located on Causeway Street near North Station and the North End of Boston. There is so much to do in this area including dining, clubbing, bar hopping, shopping, and catching a Celtics or Bruins game during the basketball and hockey seasons. Hub50 has plenty of luxury building related amenities as well. Let’s start with the SkyPool, which is on the 38th floor. Residents can also reserve a club room for private events. The Gym not only has all the latest and greatest equipment, it also has amazing views of the city. Residents can even take fitness, spin, and yoga classes. Hub50 is a pet friendly community that has a covered outdoor lawn area for dogs. There’s even a pet spa and grooming station. The outdoor Skyline deck has a beautiful fire pit, private grill pods, and dining areas. There’s lounge seating available as well. The building contains party rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows for social gatherings.

15. J Vue at the LMA Apartments

Luxury Apartment Building in Mission Hill
The J Vue at the LMA Apartments features modern amenities with a bit of a nostalgic feel in its design. You’ll enjoy the swimming pool and sundeck now that summer is here! The 24- hour fitness center has everything you need and will save you on gym membership fees. The community is pet friendly and even has a dog park with a new pet spa that is on the way to being completed. Parking is available in the garage. There are also outdoor parking options available for residents!

16. Continuum

Luxury Apartment Building in Allston
Continuum is a unique luxury apartment complex in Boston that consists of Continuum North and Continuum South. Although the layout of both buildings match, they have been designed and decorated with different color schemes. The developers did this in order to provide options for a different vibe and feel. Renters can choose which they prefer! The building is mixed-use, so residents can also enjoy the convenience of having shops such as Starbucks and Trader Joes at their doorstep.

17. Clippership Apartments on the Wharf

Luxury Apartment Building in East Boston
This building boasts a fitness center, fitness lounge, and a Kayak launching area for residents who like to take advantage of Boston’s waterfront based activities. Convenience amenities include a water taxi service, on-site car sharing, electric vehicle charging stations, parking in the underground garage, full concierge services, a dog wash station, and a cafe. Additionally, Clippership Apartments even has a children’s play room, private workstations, WiFi spaces, waterfront lounges, catering kitchen, and an art gallery that rotates the exhibits. There’s also a game room with both a billiard table and shuffleboard. The outside of the building is as nice as the inside. It features a landscaped courtyard, harbor walk, dog park, amphitheater, and boat dock. There’s even a patio that has fire pits and grilling stations and you can enjoy the amazing views of Boston Harbor. The MBTA Blue Line is located close to the complex.

18. 28 Exeter at Newbury

Luxury Apartment Building in Back Bay
If you desire to live in a Boston luxury apartment building that’s located in the famous Back Bay, then you need to see 28 Exeter at Newbury. This classic complex is close to shopping, restaurants, bars, and just about everything you need to live an upscale lifestyle. If you have a pet or pets, no problem. 28 Exeter is a pet friendly building. You can even choose a unit that has wall-to wall windows so that you can take in the amazing views of the city from your couch or bedroom!

19. The Brynx

Luxury Apartment Building in Jamaica Plain
The Brynx luxury apartment complex features a mix of original construction aspects, and contemporary finishes. The location is great, close to the Green Line E- Line. Jamaica Plain is a thriving neighborhood that has something to offer to everyone. From shopping, restaurants and green spaces to the local bar scene, this area has it all. The Brynx also has exciting building- specific amenities. This is a pet friendly community that has an outdoor dog run and luxury dog washing stations. Both buildings in the complex share a fitness room that is filled with brand new equipment and machines. There’s also a fitness on-demand room and indoor rock climbing wall!

20. The Holmes Building Central Square

Luxury Apartment Building in Cambridge
The Holmes Building Central Square is located between Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, two of the most prestigious colleges in the world. Cambridge is also famous for its quirky shops, eclectic music scene, and local cuisine culture. It’s also conveniently located close to downtown Boston and the suburbs. This is a pet friendly luxury apartment complex. Building amenities include card operated laundry rooms on each floor, residents lounge with Wi-Fi, and high speed Internet. The Holmes Building Central Square also provides residents with 24 hour concierge services and security, and a state-of-the-art fitness facility that’s available to residents at any time of the day or night. Parking in the underground garage is available. Public transportation is located a short distance from the complex.

21. Serenity

Luxury Apartment Building in Jamaica Plain
If you’re looking to live in an oasis of serenity, pun intended, then this building offers exactly that amidst the chaos of the city. It’s certainly a well known luxury apartment building in Boston that’s located close to many shopping choices, restaurants, and culture. Building amenities include an outdoor fireplace and lounge, state of the art fitness center, two story glass lobby with incredible views, billiards room, and a resident lounge to name a few.

22. Beach House

Luxury Apartment Building in Revere
The Beach House building is located within minutes of Revere Beach, which is the first public beach in the entire United States. However, this luxury apartment building is a great place to live even if you’re not a beach bum. Community amenities include a hotel like lobby, access with your smartphone, amazing ocean views, virtual concierge, and a round the clock package retrieval system. This complex also has a resort style pool deck, with fire pits and grilling stations, that overlooks the ocean. The rooftop Sky Lounge also has a firepit and Grill. There’s even a Beach Club Lounge with a gaming area and kitchen/dining room. Residents can park in the underground garage that even has electric vehicle charging stations. A complimentary shuttle to the Wonderland MBTA Station is available in the morning and evening for residents who utilize public transportation.

23. Fenway Triangle

Luxury Apartment Building in Fenway
Fenway Triangle is the perfect Boston luxury apartment building for people who are looking to live in the world famous Fens and everything that the area has to offer. This includes top notch dining, bars, nightclubs, shopping, and cultural events. You’ll truly appreciate the fitness center, private courtyard, game room, and Wifi business center. Residents also enjoy the 24-hour concierge 24-hour maintenance, HDTV lounge, and underground parking. Did we mention that this is a pet friendly building? Fenway Triangle is not only a pet friendly building, but it hosts a wonderful pet grooming station.

24. Mercantile Wharf Apartments

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s North End
The North End is famous for its incredible restaurants, coffee and pastry shops, entertainment options and nightlife. It’s also conveniently located near Boston’s Financial District. The Mercantile Wharf Apartments deliver everything and more that you would expect from a luxury apartment complex in this area. Building amenities include a stylish community gathering space, gorgeous open interior atrium with skylights, and 24-hour emergency maintenance and on-site management. In addition, this is a pet friendly complex with elevator access. There are two (2) laundry facilities located within the building. The Mercantile Wharf Apartments are close to Logan International Airport, multiple public transportation options, and is easily accessible to and from the highway.

25. 1443 Beacon St.

Luxury Apartment Building in Brookline
1443 Beacon Street provides residents with the best of Brookline. It’s across the street from the Green line, and just minutes away from Coolidge corner’s shops, restaurants, bars, and more. The pool and sundeck in the building are perfect for the upcoming summer months. Residents can utilize the dry cleaning valet and or the fluff and fold laundry service. You can spend some time relaxing in the resident lounge, or work from home in the conference room. There are many more amenities to discover at 1443 Beacon St!

26. The Sudbury Apartments

Luxury Apartment Building in Beacon Hill
The developers of The Sudbury Apartments want their tenants to live vibrant lives, and this is evident in the design and amenities. The resort- style pool has cabana seating, which will make you feel like you’re on vacation. If you feel like grilling there are grilling stations and private dining areas. You can also enjoy the spectacular views from the 32nd floor Skydeck. Many residents say it has the best views in Boston!

27. Portside at East Pier

Luxury Apartment Building in East Boston
If you’re looking at luxury apartment buildings near the water, you simply need to check out Portside at East Pier. Building amenities include not one but two fitness centers. The first is fully equipped with everything you need to get a great workout. It even has water views that will truly inspire you! The second fitness center features a spin room and a yoga room. Take a swim in the indoor pool or take in the view from the rooftop deck. This is a pet friendly community and even includes a dog run.

28. Ink Block

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s South End
You should absolutely take a look at Ink Block South End if you’re in the market to rent a Boston luxury apartment. This unique building features the amenities that you would expect from high-end living, including a rooftop pool with sundeck and grilling areas, botanical gardens, and a pet grooming station. Yes, this is a pet friendly community. There are also additional WiFi stations and a conference room for residents who need to conduct business from the comforts of home. The shops and cuisine of the South End are also at your fingertips!

29. Velo

Luxury Apartment Building in Boston’s South End
Velo Jamaica Plain is the perfect Boston luxury apartment building for residents who have up to two (2) pets. Other community based amenities include a state of the art fitness center with everything you need for a great workout. You can also take part in the spin studio and or yoga studio. The clubhouse is perfect for people who enjoy playing pool, watching TV, or relaxing by the fireplace. Conveniently, Forest Hills station is right around the corner!

30. Waterside Place by Windsor

Luxury Apartment Building in South Boston
Waterside Place by Windsor provides residents with everything they need- including the most amazing views of the ocean. Community amenities feature a dedicated outdoor living area that includes grilling stations and dining spaces. There are also community garden spaces so residents can test out their green thumbs. Speaking of the outdoors, this is a pet friendly building with an outdoor dog area.

The maintenance team lives on site in this professionally managed community in order to keep it in tip-top shape at all times. As an added bonus, residents who lease at Waterside Place by Windsor earn valuable points each and every time they pay the monthly rent. The points can be redeemed to book travel with top hotels and airlines. Residents can even pay for the next month’s rent with their points if they have enough.

In conclusion, now is the perfect time to start looking at some Boston luxury apartment buildings. As you can clearly see, there are many complexes to choose from. However, there are even more Boston luxury apartment buildings listed on the Boston Pads Real Estate Portal- we have 400+ luxury buildings in our database! If you’d like to see any in person, please contact us today by calling (617) 208- 2121. Do not delay. Start your search today. We are here to help you find a place you love- guaranteed.


Yana Andreeva

Yana Andreeva

Published June 16, 2022

Yana is a dedicated real estate professional with an MBA from the Suffolk University's Sawyer Business School. From the moment she joined Jacob Realty, she quickly became a top closer. She's in the office day and in and day out, finding her clients the perfect homes for them and using real- time data to understand the nuances throughout the Greater Boston market.

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