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South End 3 beds 2 baths Boston - $5,495

Available: 08-31-2025
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$5,495/mo
3 Beds
2 Baths
Available: 08/31/2025
South End, Boston, MA
556 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02116

Amenities & Apartment Information

Unit

Pet Friendly
In-Unit Laundry
Living Room

Property Description

STEPS TO BACK BAY THROUGH THE PARK - Amazing views from super tall Columbus boulevard building. Two very large master bedrooms w/ ensuite bathroom, add'l study, w/ window and large closet, currently used as home office but easy small 3rd BR. Hidden stair-to-full laundry. Tall ceilings. Very roomy. Again, additional Half bedroom is a 2-person office currently, fireplace and parking additional right...

Map & Nearby Areas

Northeastern University

University

0.15mi

Carter Developmental Day Care

Public School, Grades: 9-12

0.16mi

Hurley K-8 School

Public Elementary School, Grades: PK-8

0.22mi

Northeastern University

University

0.29mi

Blackstone Elementary School

Public Elementary School, Grades: PK-6

0.43mi

Melvin H. King South End Academy

Public Secondary School, Grades: PK-12

0.44mi

Boston University Medical Campus

University

0.44mi

New England Conservatory of Music

Music School, Grades:

0.22mi

Sister Sorel

Bar

0.29mi

Render Coffee

Coffee Shop & Sandwich (Cafe)

0.03mi

Farmer Horse Coffee

Cafe

0.14mi

Caffé Bene

Cafe

0.22mi

Charlie's Sandwich Shoppe

Diner (Cafe)

0.26mi

Gong Cha

Bubble Tea (Cafe)

0.29mi

Pavement Coffeehouse

Coffee Shop

0.32mi

Caffè Nero

Coffee Shop

0.34mi

Boston Medical Center

Hospital

0.52mi

Commonwealth Community Care

Hospital

0.59mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 22

Fire Station

0.17mi

Boston Fire Department Engine 33, Ladder 15

Fire Station

0.54mi

Berklee College Police

Police

0.51mi

MBTA Transit Police

Police

0.52mi

Boston Police Department, Area D-4

Local Police

0.59mi

Pierce Hall

Theatre

0.22mi

Huntington Avenue Theatre

Theatre

0.23mi

Burnes Hall

Theatre

0.23mi

Plimpton Shattuck Black Box Theatre

Theatre

0.24mi

Huntington Theatre Company

Theatre

0.25mi

Symphony Hall

Theatre

0.26mi

Williams Hall

Theatre

0.27mi

Keller Room

Theatre

0.27mi

YMCA

Sports Centre

0.29mi

Badger & Rosen SquashBusters Center

Sports Centre

0.31mi

Jim Rice Field at Ramsey Park

Sports Centre. Sports: Baseball

0.42mi

Barletta Natatorium

Sports Centre. Sports: Swimming

0.43mi

Cabot Physical Education Center

Sports Centre

0.44mi

Boston Sports Club

Fitness Centre. Sports: Fitness

0.41mi

Blackstone Community Center Gym

Fitness Centre

0.41mi

Flywheel

Fitness Centre. Sports: Cycling, Spin

0.41mi

Carleton Court Dog Park

Dog Park

0.31mi

Southwest Corridor Park

State Park

0.1mi

Southwest Corridor Park

State Park

0.11mi

Southwest Corridor Park

State Park

0.12mi

Titus Sparrow Park

Municipal Park

0.15mi

South End Library Park

Municipal Park

0.17mi

Chester Park

Municipal Park

0.17mi

Hiscock Park

Park

0.17mi

Worcester St. Playground

Playground

0.06mi

South End Branch - Boston Public Library

Library

0.19mi

Wayne S. Wright Community Resource Cent

Library

0.2mi

Harriet M. Spaulding Library

Library

0.27mi

William Morris Hunt Memorial Library

Library

0.27mi

Isabelle Firestone Audio Library

Library

0.28mi

New England Conservatory of Music Performance Library

Library

0.29mi

Snell Library

Library

0.38mi

The Mary Baker Eddy Library for the Betterment of Humanity

Library

0.39mi

The Food Basket

Convenience

0.03mi

College Convenience

Convenience

0.29mi

Quick Pick

Convenience

0.3mi

Symphony Market

Convenience

0.31mi

the Market

Convenience

0.38mi

Villa Victoria's Market

Convenience

0.41mi

Peña's Market

Convenience

0.41mi

Whole Foods Market

Supermarket

0.38mi

Massachusetts Ave @ Tremont St

1

0.11mi

Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station

1

0.12mi

Massachusetts Ave @ Massachusetts Ave Station

1

0.13mi

Tremont St @ Concord Sq

43

0.13mi

Tremont St @ Worcester St

43

0.13mi

Massachusetts Ave @ Tremont St

1

0.14mi

Massachusetts Avenue

Orange

0.14mi

Tremont St @ Northampton St

43

0.15mi

Price Comparison

This apartment is above the average price of $3,921 for 3 bedroom apartments in South End. The unit includes some utilities. If you consider the cost of paying for these utilities separately, you may find that having them included in the rent saves you money. The other amenities this apartment offers, along with its condition, location, and size, can also contribute to the above average rent price. Contact us about this great unit before it's gone!

Rent Calculator & Affordability

Recommended Annual Gross Income

Household:

$199,818 - $263,760

You + 2 Roommates, Each:

$73,267 - $87,920
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.

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

High Range

35% of Gross Income

$7,693

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Mid Range

25% of Gross Income

$5,495

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Low Range

15% of Gross Income

$3,297

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Listing courtesy of Clarendon Companies Group , Clarendon Companies Group
MLS ID#: 73404505

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MLS PIN Data Last Updated: 2025-07-19 03:05:00

Apartment Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this apartment located?

This apartment is located at 556 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02116.

How many bedrooms does this apartment have?

This apartment has 3 bedrooms.

How many bathrooms does this apartment have?

This apartment has 2 bathrooms.

What is the monthly rent?

The monthly rent is $5,495 for this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment in Boston's South End 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 in-unit laundry.

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